Basant Panchami: Hindu festival marking spring's arrival.
Date: Fifth day of Hindu calendar month 'Magha.'
Celebrations: Varied reasons—harvest, spring, Saraswati worship.
Legend: Poet Kalidasa blessed with wisdom by Saraswati.
Traditions: Yellow attire, sweets, decorations; homage to Saraswati.
Symbolism: Yellow represents wisdom, mustard flowers bloom.
Activities: Music, dancing, learning to honor Saraswati.
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