Question 8 of 19intermediate💡 UnderstandShort Answer2 marks

Find out when the year begins in each of these calendars.

Correct Answer

Different calendars have different new year beginnings.

Hindu calendar (Saka): Begins around March-April (Chaitra).

Islamic calendar: Begins with Muharram, based on lunar cycles.

Sikh/Nanakshahi calendar: Begins around March 14 (Chet).

English calendar: Begins January 1.

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Explanation

The chapter encourages students to explore various calendars used in their communities. Each calendar system has its own new year beginning based on different astronomical or cultural factors.

Solution Steps

  1. Hindu calendar (Saka): Begins around March-April (Chaitra)

  2. Islamic calendar: Begins with Muharram, based on lunar cycles

  3. Sikh/Nanakshahi calendar: Begins around March 14 (Chet)

  4. English calendar: Begins January 1

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