Welcome to Dear Morning Live, your daily dose of information and inspiration from across India!
Today we answer some common questions about Indian culture and traditions that our international viewers have been asking.
Question: What are the main festivals celebrated in India?
Answer: India celebrates numerous festivals throughout the year. Some major ones include Diwali （Festival of Lights）, Holi （Festival of Colors）, Eid, Christmas, and Pongal. Each festival has its unique significance and celebration methods. 
Question: What languages are spoken in India?
Answer: India has 22 official languages with Hindi and English being the most widely used for official purposes. Other major languages include Bengali, Telugu, Marathi, Tamil, and Urdu. There are over 19,500 languages and dialects spoken across the country.
Question: What is traditional Indian food like?
Answer: Indian cuisine varies by region but commonly features rice, wheat, lentils, and spices. Popular dishes include biryani, curry, dosa, samosa, and various breads like naan and roti. Vegetarianism is quite common in many parts of India. |
