History
Diwali marks the anniversary of Mahavira achieving Moksha, celebrated by this religion.
Jainism
This king is believed to have returned to his kingdom on Diwali after gaining knowledge from Brahma.
King Bali
This Hindu God is honored during Annakut celebrations
Krishna
This country celebrates Diwali as the victory of Krishna over Narakasura.
This emperor's conversion to Buddhism is commemorated by some Buddhists during Diwali.
Ashoka
This Yuga, or age, was when Rama lived and the Ramayana took place.
Treta Yuga
On this day of Diwali, people commemorate Krishna’s defeat of Indra.
Goverdhan Puja (also known as Balipratipada or Annakut)?
Diwali in this Indonesian island is famous for its elaborate celebrations.
Bali
This ancient capital city in Thailand is named after the birthplace of one of the main characters of the Ramayana.
Ayutthaya
The younger brother of Rama, Lakshmana, is considered an incarnation of this serpent deity.
Shesha
In which state might you find people burning an effigy of the demon king Narakasura during Diwali?
Goa
This city hosted the world’s largest-ever fireworks and water display on Diwali in 2022.
Dubai
Sikhs celebrate Diwali in honor of Guru Hargobind’s return to Amritsar from captivity in this year.
1619
The story of Narakasura’s defeat involves this goddess, who aided Krishna by killing the demon herself in some versions.
Satyabhama
Gambling is encouraged during Diwali as a way of ensuring good luck in the coming year. Ritually, which player always wins?
The Woman- symbolizing Lakshmi / Parvati
The largest annual Diwali celebrations outside of India take place in this UK city.
Leicester
This ancient Indian festival like Diwali celebrated light, new connections and luck.
Yaksharatri
These two sons were born to Urmila and her husband Lakshmana, the devoted brother of Lord Rama
Angada and Chandraketu
In this Indian state, women light diyas in the name of each male family member, wishing them a long and prosperous life.
Maharashtra
In this African country, Diwali is an official national holiday.
Mauritius