Diwali
What is Diwali known as in English?
The Festival of Lights
Kesariyo rang tane lagyo re lya garaba
Complete the next line
Kesariyo rang tane lagyo re lol
Jini Jini Jadiyo Melavo Olya Garba
Jini Jini Jadiyo Melavo Re Lol
What message does Diwali give us during life?
Good prevails over evil, light prevails over darkness
What savory item is famous during Diwali
Mathiya, Chorafali, Chakri, Sev, Sakarpara
Diwali usually falls in this month according to the Gregorian calendar.
October or November
How many days are a part of the Diwali celebration?
5 days
Dhan terasKali Chaudash
diwali
New yearBhai bij
In which garba song are we asking money from god?
Pavli Lai Ne Hu To Pavagadh Gayi Thi
What are we celebrating during Diwali - historically?
The return of Ram from his exile after his victory over Ravan
What is another word for ghughra in north India?
Gujiya
Diwali is now an official school holiday in this major U.S. city starting in 2023.
New York City
What do we decorate our houses with during Diwali?
Lights, rangoli, Toran and flowers
What does the circular formation in garba signify?
The life cycle of humans
What does deepavali translate to in English from its Sanskrit meaning?
Row of lights
What are 5 sweets that are popularly eaten during Diwali?
Ghughra, Barfi, Kaju katri, Soan papdi
In the U.S., the White House began recognizing Diwali with official celebrations under this president.
George Bush
Which goddess is specially worshipped during Diwali?
Lakshmi
Where is the largest garba in the world?
United way, Baroda
More than 50,000 people gather every day
Does Diwali occur on full moon night or no moon?
No moon always - Amaas
This type of flour is commonly used to make both sweet and savory Diwali snacks like choraafali and besan ladoo.
Gram flour
In some Hindu traditions, Diwali also celebrates Lord Krishna’s victory over this demon.
Narakasura
Where is the largest celebration for Diwali outside of India?
Leicester UK
Tens of thousands of people gather to celebrate Diwali
Complete the lyrics - Jay adhya shakti, ma jay adhya shakti
Akhand bramhand dipavya
What is the day after Diwali called?
Bestu varash - our New year
This sweet dish made from semolina, ghee, and sugar is often offered during Lakshmi Puja.
Sheero
This South Asian country celebrates Diwali with a five-day festival known as Tihar.
Nepal