Activities
Setting off fireworks, enjoying large meals, giving to the poor, buying new clothes, and exchanging gifts all typically happen during this Hindu celebration.
What is Diwali
Overall Diwali celebrates the victory of this
What is light over darkness
Celebrations for Diwali happen all over the world but are most prevalent in this country
What is India
Diwali is often compared to Christmas and this other western celebration
What is New Years
This goddess is celebrated most on Diwali
Who is Lakshmi
Diwali usually happens closest in timing to this western celebration
What is Halloween
A Clay Lamp Lit During Diwali
What is a diya
After Lord Rama's victory he returned to this city
What is Ayodhya
Diwali typically lasts for just one day but in India it is celebrated for this many days
What is five days
A flower design made out of coloured rice, sand or flower petals.
What is a Rangoli
The most common meaning behind Diwali is the celebration of Lord Rama over this evil being
What/Who is Ravana
Diwali occurs based on this schedule
What is the lunar calendar
When doing this on Diwali it is tradition to let females win
What is gambling
Very Difficult: In the region of Bengal they celebrate this individual at Diwali
Who is Kali
Hindus, Sikhs and followers of this religion celebrate Diwali
What is Jainism