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Raksha Bandhan Images and Messages

Raksha Bandhan is one of the biggest festivities in India. On this unique day, which honours the link between brothers and sisters, sisters tie a Rakhi around their brother's wrist for his safety, and he promises to look out for them. According to legend, Raksha Bandhan started during the Mahabharata.

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Essay on Quit India Movement

Mahatma Gandhi started the Quit India movement at Mumbai's Gowalia Tank Maidan, also called August Kranti Maidan. On August 8 and 9, 1942, he and other commanders assembled in this location. As a result of the effort, Congress' offices nationwide were searched and it was deemed an illegal group. The leaders were taken into custody, and this incident caused a chaotic situation.

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Happy Teej Images and Messages

This year's Hariyali Teej, a Hindu festival that is lucky for newlyweds, falls on August 19. On this day, we remember the union of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Married Hindu ladies undertake a day-long fast on this holy day and offer prayers to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati for a long and happy marriage.

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All About Women’s Equality Day

The United States observes Women's Equality Day on August 26 to mark the adoption of the Nineteenth Amendment to the Constitution in 1920, which forbids the states and the federal government from denying citizens of the United States the right to vote on the basis of sex. It was originally observed in 1971, declared by Congress in 1973, and declared by the US President each year.

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Importance of National Sports Day

On August 29th, the nation celebrates National Sports Day. We need to participate in sports to keep up our physical and mental health. Sports legends from India include PT Usha, the Udanpari of India, Sachin Tendulkar, the Master-Blaster, and Major Dhyan Chand, the Hockey Wizard. Rashtriya Khel Diwas, also known as National Sports Day, was first added to the calendar of holidays in 2012.

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