Festivals the world over are occasions of rejoicing celebration. All over the globe, every nation culture, religion have its own festivals. At times when festivals of two religions coincide there may be greater rejoicing or a communal riot.
Janmastami (also known as Krishnastami or Gokulastami) is a festival dedicated to Lord Sri Krishna and commemorates his birth. This festival occurs on the eight day (Astami) of a lunar fortnight hence the name (Krishna+astami).
Answers to Queries from Lin and Don Donn on Life and Lifestyles in Ancient India. This section originated as questions on this subject. Hence it is presented as such.....