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- The month of spring is known as Basant Ritu in Hindi and many other Indian languages.
- Basant Ritu usually spans from February to April.
- Basant is a wonderful time when the cold winter winds stop blowing.
- Temperatures rise and a very pleasant weather that is neither hot nor cold is characteristic of Basant.
- In the extreme northern parts of India, Basant is when the ice thaws and plants start growing again.
- One of the most important festivals during this time is Basant Panchami.
- It is celebrated on the fifth day of the month of Basant in the Indian calendar
- The goddess Saraswati is worshipped on Basant Panchami.
- Basant Ritu is a time of joy because warmer temperatures allow seeds to be planted for the new agricultural season.
- The pleasant season of Basant is loved by people all over India.