The scripture most commonly associated with the festival of Navratri is the "Devi Mahatmya," also known as the Durga Saptashati or Chandi Path. This text is part of the Markandeya Purana and contains stories and hymns glorifying the Goddess Durga and her victories over demonic forces. Navratri celebrates the nine forms of Goddess Durga over nine nights, which aligns with the themes in the Devi Mahatmya.
Other scriptures like the Bhagavad Gita are important Hindu texts but are not specifically linked to Navratri celebrations. The festival is fundamentally centered around the goddess-related texts like the Devi Mahatmya, which describe the battle of good versus evil involving Goddess Durga.
Hence, among common choices, Devi Mahatmya is the scripture associated with Navratri.
