Tradition
This oil is traditionally used in oil lamps lit during Diwali
What is Musturd oil
This savory snack, often shaped like a ring, is a favorite during Diwali celebrations.
what is chakali
He is the prince of Ayodhya who returned home on Diwali night after 14 years of exile
Who is Ram
Fireworks and this type of light display are common sights during Diwali
What are sparklers
During Diwali, it’s customary to eat fried food such as samosas or pakora.
False
People clean and decorate their homes to invite this goddess during Diwali
What is Laxmi
This is dumpling shaped sweet often filled with coconut and other fillings. It is on the menu tonight!
What is Karanji
This demon king was defeated by Lord Rama, marking the significance of Diwali
Who is Ravana
Families often exchange these during Diwali to share joy and goodwill
What are gifts
False - it is "Festival of Lights"
Everyone gathers together for this on third day of Diwali followed by lighting fire crackers
What is Laxmi Puja
People express their joy by hanging THIS 'Lantern of the Sky" in front of houses, to welcome Ram at the time of his coronation ceremony.
What is Aakash Kandil
The story of Diwali is connected to this ancient Indian epic, which narrates Lord Rama’s adventures
What is Ramayana
This type of light source, made from clay, is commonly used during Diwali, symbolizing the victory of light over darkness
What is Diya
More fireworks are lit on Diwali worldwide than any other day of the year.
False, New Year’s Eve is the biggest day for fireworks worldwide
Diwali is celebrated on this specific lunar month in the Hindu calendar
What is Kartika
This Indian sweet is made with chickpea flour and is often flavored with cardamom
what is besan ladoo
Which of Ravana’s brothers joined Lord Rama in his quest and is also celebrated during Diwali
Who is Vibhishan
This traditional Indian attire is often worn by men during Diwali celebrations
What is Kurta Pajama
The largest annual Diwali celebrations outside of India take place in the city of Leicester in the UK
True
Yamuna invited THIS BROTHER to her home, where she welcomed him with a tilak on his forehead, performed an aarti, and served him a sumptuous meal. Touched by her love and hospitality, her BROTHER granted her a boon that every year, on this day, brothers who visit their sisters and receive a tilak would be blessed with a long and healthy life. This day thus came to be celebrated as Bhai Beej
Who is Yama
1. This floral arrangement symbolizes welcoming the goddess into one’s home
2. This colorful decoration traditionally made from rice, flour, and flower petals, is often created on the ground during Diwali
What is Toran
What is Rangoli
Who was the brother of Sita who helped Lord Rama in his quest, often remembered during Diwali
Who is Hanuman
In which country outside India is Diwali a public holiday
Ravan was killed by Ram on Diwali which symbolizes victory of good over evil.
False. Ravan was killed on Dussehra. Diwali is when Ram returned to Ayodhya.