Explanations:The 'Sankranti' festival is a significant cultural event celebrated across several Indian states, particularly in Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Karnataka. The festival marks the transition of the Sun into the zodiac sign of Capricorn (Makara) and is associated with the harvest season. It is a time when people celebrate the end of the winter season and the beginning of longer days.
In Tamil Nadu, the festival is celebrated as Pongal, which is a four-day harvest festival. The first day, Bhogi, is dedicated to the burning of old household items and the cleaning of homes. The second day, Thai Pongal, is the main day of the festival, where people prepare a special dish called Pongal, made from rice and lentils. The third day, Maatu Pongal, is dedicated to cattle, and the fourth day, Kaanum Pongal, is a day for family gatherings and outings.
In Andhra Pradesh, the festival is celebrated as Sankranti or Pedda Panduga (the big festival). It is a four-day festival as well, with the first day being Bhogi, the second day being Sankranti, the third day being Kanuma, and the fourth day being Rishi Panchami. People prepare a variety of sweets and dishes, and there are kite-flying competitions and bull-taming events.
In Karnataka, the festival is celebrated as Sankranti or Makara Sankranti. It is a three-day festival, with the first day being Bhogi, the second day being Sankranti, and the third day being Kanuma. People prepare a special dish called Ellu Bella, which is a mixture of sesame seeds, jaggery, and coconut. There are also kite-flying competitions and bull-taming events.
Thus, the 'Sankranti' festival is celebrated in all the mentioned states, each with its own unique customs and traditions. The correct answer is that all of the above states celebrate the festival, making option D the correct choice.