What is the Indian version of Christmas?

Though the majority of Indians are Hindu, millions of people still celebrate Christmas in India (called Bada Din, meaning “big day”).

What is the Christmas celebration?

Christmas is a celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ, who in the Christian religion, is also known as ‘The Son Of God’. Although there are many interpretations, the traditional narrative behind Christmas celebrations is that Jesus’ parents, Joseph and Mary, arrived at the city of Bethlehem, but had no lodgings.

Do they celebrate Christmas in Pakistan?

In Pakistan, December 25th is a public holiday, but it is in memory of Jinnah, the founder of Pakistan. Like in India, Christians make up a very small part of the population. But as Pakistan has a population over 162 million people, there are more than 5 millions Christians!

How is Christmas celebrated in different parts of India?

India, has its own cultures and traditional beliefs and celebrates each festival with great pomp and show. Christmas , which is particularly a festival of Christians, too is celebrated wit the same zeal across the whole country. In most parts of the country , it is known as “Bada Din”.

What is the definition of Christmas in English?

English Language Learners Definition of Christmas : a Christian holiday that is celebrated on December 25 in honor of the birth of Jesus Christ or the period of time that comes before and after this holiday See the full definition for Christmas in the English Language Learners Dictionary

Why is Christmas called’big day’in Hindi?

Christmas that is celebrated on 25 Dec is called बड़ा दिन or big day in Hindi because according to Indian or Hindu mythology it is said that this is the shortest day of the year and after this day the duration of day starts increasing and the night duration decreases.

Why do we celebrate the true meaning of Christmas?

Not Santa Claus, or the Christmas tree, or any other of the various traditions wrapped up into Christmas. Why do we celebrate this occasion—what is its true meaning?