Holi is a major Hindu festival known as the "Festival of Colours, Love, and Spring." Primarily celebrated in the Indian subcontinent, it has also spread globally through the Indian diaspora. The festival commemorates the divine love between Radha and Krishna, symbolizing the victory of good over evil, specifically Vishnu's triumph over Hiranyakashipu. Celebrations involve the throwing of colored powders and water, signifying joy, love, and the welcoming of the spring season.
By 1910, editions of the Oxford English Dictionary recognized "Holi" as the standard spelling of the festival, following earlier variations like Houly, Hooly, Huli, Hohlee, and Hoolee.
In 1929, Bose noted in "Cultural Anthropology: And Other Essays" that the custom of playing Holi-fools was prevalent in Punjab during Holi.
From 1947 to 2016, Holi was not a public holiday in Pakistan.
In 1961, Bose stated that in some parts of Punjab, Holi is celebrated with wrestling matches.
Self observed in 1993 that Holi fairs are held in Punjab and may last for several days.
In 2000, Sekhon observed that in Punjab, people begin throwing colors many days before the actual Holi festival.
A 2007 study found that malachite green, a synthetic dye used in some Holi colors, caused severe eye irritation in Delhi if eyes were not washed upon exposure.
In 2009, a study reported that some Holi colors produced and sold in India contained metal-based industrial dyes, leading to skin problems. These colors lacked quality checks and proper labeling.
According to Sharma's research in 2017, Mughal emperors celebrated Holi with paintings depicting the celebrations.
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