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Which festival in Uttar Pradesh celebrates Hindu-Muslim unity with processions of Tazia and Ram Lila?

  1. Muharram processions in Lucknow
  2. Ganga Mahotsav in Varanasi
  3. Ramlila in Ayodhya
  4. Urs at Ajmer Sharif

Answer: Muharram processions in Lucknow

Lucknow's Muharram processions historically featured syncretic participation, with Hindus joining Tazia processions and Muslims attending Ramlila. This cultural synthesis reflects Awadh's composite heritage, though practices have evolved.

Topic Festival - Cultural Syncretism
Exam Relevance UPSC, SSC, Railway
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