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HCS (Haryana)Prelims2024General Studies
Question
Consider the following statements about Bhumia or Khera: 1. It is the god of the homestead or the village 2. Bhumia is worshipped at the time of marriage. 3. First milk of cow or buffalo is always offered to Bhumia. How many of the statements given above is/ are correct?
Options
- A Only one statement is correct.
- B Only two statements are correct.
- C All three statements are correct.
- D None of the statements is correct
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Correct Answer
C All three statements are correct.
Model Answer
- Bhumia refers to a local deity or spirit worshipped in various parts of North India, including Haryana.
- In rural areas of Haryana, Bhumia or Bhumiya is often considered the protector of land and villages. People believe that the deity safeguards agricultural fields, livestock, and the village community from natural calamities and evil forces.
- Small shrines dedicated to Bhumia can often be found near village boundaries or fields.
- These shrines are simple structures where villagers offer prayers, especially during agricultural activities like sowing and harvesting, seeking the deity's blessings for good crops and protection from harm.
- In Haryana, the worship of such local deities is part of the rural folk culture and reflects the deep connection between people, land, and spirituality.
- Hence, all statements are correct.