General
Which season is Diwali typically celebrated in?
Autumn
What are the small oil lamps that are lit during Diwali?
Diyas
What food people share with friends and family during Diwali?
Mithai (Sweets)
What hero does Diwali celebrate the return to Ayodhya of?
Lord Rama
Name 2 other countries that celebrate Diwali as a major public holiday besides India.
Nepal, Sri Lanka, Fiji, Trinidad and Tobago
How many days does Diwali last for?
Five Days
What are the things that people decorate their homes with that have colorful patterns?
Rangolis
What popular Diwali sweet is made from chickpea flour and ghee?
Besan ladoo.
Who is the demon king that Lord Rama defeated?
What does Diwali start the mark of?
The Hindu New Year
What is the main message of Diwali?
The triumph of light over darkness, and good over evil.
What do people clean and decorate during Diwali?
Their Home
What is a round, sweet that's usually soaked in syrup?
Gulab Jamun.
Who is the goddess of wealth and prosperity that is worshipped during Diwali?
Goddess Lakshmi.
During Diwali, what two things do people exchange with friends and family?
Gifts and Sweets
What is the first day of Diwali called?
Dhanteras
What does lighting a diya in every room of the house meant to do/represent?
The removal of darkness and attraction of prosperity
What do some people avoid eating during Diwali as a tradition?
Who is the king of bears in the Ramayana that helps Ram to defeat Ravana?
Jambavat
Instead of oil lamps, what do many people decorate their houses with nowadays?
Electric lights.
The word Diwali comes from the Sanskrit word Deepavali, what does this word mean?
"Row of lights"
What do people wear to celebrate Diwali?
New clothes
What value does preparing and sharing food with others show?
Togetherness / Sharing
What's the name of the Guru who Sikhs celebrate the release from prison of on this day?
Guru Hargobind Ji
What metal is traditionally bought on Diwali?
Gold or Silver