Diwali 1
What is Lakshmi the goddess of?
Prosperity and Wealth
In the 2013 Bollywood movie "Chennai Express," she played the role of Meenamma, whose introduction occurs during a Diwali scene.
Deepika Padukone
What is the national animal of India?
Bengal Tiger
This fiery dry chutney, native to Maharashtra's Vidarbha region, is made with dried coconut, garlic, and red chilies, and is often served with bhakri?
Thecha
Who was the first Bollywood actor to get a wax statue at Madame Tussauds?
Amitabh Bachchan
Who is the husband of Goddess Lakshmi?
Lord Vishnu
What is the name of India's highest peak?
KanchenJunga
This North Indian dessert gets its unique flavor from deep-fried milk solids soaked in thickened, saffron-flavored milk rather than sugar syrup.
Rasmalai
In which country do people call Diwali "Swanti" or "Tihar"?
Nepal
Which festival falls on the next day of Diwali?
Govardhan Puja
Who is known for the slogan “Jai Jawan Jai Kisan”?
Lal Bahadur Shastri
This rice and lentil porridge from Tamil Nadu was considered a royal health food in the Chola dynasty and is still eaten during temple festivals, especially at Thanjavur.
Pongal
Which US state recently declared Diwali as a state holiday, effective January 1, 2026?
California
The word "Diwali" originated from the term " Deepavali" in Sanskrit. What does it literally mean?
Row of Lights
Who was the first Indian to win the Nobel Prize in Physics?
C.V. Raman
I am a fiery curry from Goa, my name is a corruption of the Portuguese dish carne de vinha d'alhos (meat marinated in wine vinegar and garlic). What popular Indian dish am I?
Vindaloo
Name 4 countries where is Diwali a national Holiday other than India?
Nepal, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Mauritius, Guyana, Trinidad, Tobago, Suriname, Malaysia. Singapore, Fiji
What do hotdogs and diyas have in common?
(hint: it's to do with the ingredients)
Mustard (oil and Sauce)
Who is the largest employer in India?
Indian Railways
Historically a part of the Wazwan feast in Kashmir, this slow-cooked mutton dish uses yogurt and Kashmiri spices and is traditionally prepared in earthen pots sealed with dough to trap the aromas.
Rogan Josh