Deepavali
What does Diwali symbolize?
The victory of good over evil and light over darkness.
The brother who follows Rama into exile.
Lakshman
The Great War of Mahabharata lasted for _____ days of fighting.
18 days
The festival of Navratri is dedicated to which goddess?
Goddess Durga
After more than 150 years, he's still the tallest president in U.S history.
Abraham Lincoln
In which Hindu month is Diwali celebrated?
Karthika maasa
A monkey who is part of the army of Rama.
Hanuman
Who recited the Mahabharata?
ved vyasa
What was the name of the demon king who was killed by Durga on Vijayadashami?
Mahishasura
This song was the first to ever be performed in outer space. This is a double Jeopardy question!!
Happy Birthday
Who defeated Narkasur?
Lord Krishna
Who informs Rama first that Ravana has abducted Sita? By the way, this is a DOUBLE JEOPARDY!!! Add your double points at the end if you get it correct, or subtract normal if you get it wrong.
Jatayu
What "Guru-Dakshina" did Drona ask from Ekalavya?
Right Thumb
Which animal was goddess Durga riding when she killed Mahishasur?
The Lion
In 1903, the Wright Brothers invented this machine, which revolutionized travel.
The airplane
Where is diwali celebrated the most outside india
Leicester, UK
While abducting Sita, Ravana takes help of this demon. What is the demon's name?
Mareecha
Who was the blind king?
Dhitarashta
In which Indian state is the Navratri festival celebrated as "Dusara" and is famous for its grand procession involving the royal family?
The Mysore Dasara in Karnataka is a famous celebration of Navratri, where the city is decorated with lights, and a royal procession, known as the Jamboo Savari, takes place.
He came to USA for a world cultural summit and started his speech with - Dear brothers and sisters of America
Swami Vivekananda
Who was the first U.S President to celebrate Diwali in the White House?
Barack Obama
What yug was Rama from?
Treta yug
How long did the Pandavas spend in exile and/or in hiding?
13 years
In West Bengal, Navratri is celebrated as Durga Puja. On which day of Durga Puja is the maha-ashtami a significant ritual?
Eighth day
This legendary swimmer holds the record for the most Olympic gold medals won by an individual.
Michael Phelps