Chaitra 1 of the national calendar based on the Saka Era corresponds to which one of the following dates of the Gregorian calendar in a normal year of 365 days.
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A.
22nd March (or 21st March)
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B.
15th May (or 16th May)
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C.
31st March (or 30th March)
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D.
21st April (or 20th April)
Correct Answer:
A. 22nd March (or 21st March)
Explanation:
The Indian National Calendar, based on the Saka Era, begins on Chaitra 1. This date aligns with March 22 of the Gregorian calendar during a standard 365-day year and March 21 during a leap year. Established to mark the start of the Saka Samvat, this traditional Hindu calendar was officially adopted by India in 1957.
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