Diwali 101
The arrangement of this is the literal meaning of Diwali.
Lights
This is the number of days Diwali is celebrated for
5
The first day of Diwali, when it's traditional to clean homes and buy gold or new kitchen items.
Dhanteras
Diwali is celebrated to mark the defeat of the demon Narakasura by people of this region.
Southern India
fried doughnut soaked in sugar syrup.
Jamun
Home are decorated with beautiful and colorful designs of these in the front yard
Rangoli
The name Diwali comes from the word Deepavali which is word from this language
Sanskrit
The second day, also called "Choti Diwali" (Small Diwali), which celebrates Lord Krishna's victory over a demon
Naraka Chaturdashi
In the north, Diwali is celebrated to symbolize the return of this epic king.
Lord Rama
The most popular cheese in India
Paneer
Diwali is celebrated everywhere in India with this
Fireworks
These two countries celebrate Diwali other than India
Nepal and Malaysia
The third and most important day, when families perform the main puja (worship) to this Goddess of Wealth
Goddess Lakshmi/Lakshmi Puja
Hindus in West Bengal celebrate Diwali to glorify this Goddess
Kali
The condiment that is used in all sweet dushes
Cardamom
Diwali is the most celebrated festival which also marks this
Hindu New Year
Lights lit during Diwali are symbolic of this important thing
Knowledge
The fourth day, which celebrates the start of the new year in Gujarat and is also known as Govardhan Puja
Annakut/ Govardhan Puja
This practice otherwise considered as a vice is followed during Diwali to bring good luck.
Gambling
This is a must have rice dish enjoyed by all during festivals and weddings
Biriyani
Diwali is generally associated with the worship of this Goddess
Lakshmi
Two religions other than Hinduisim celebrate Diwali with their own significance
Jainism and Sikhism
The fifth and final day, a celebration honoring the special bond between brothers and sisters.
Bhai Dooj
Narakasura, a demon was killed by this Supreme force
Lord Krishna
India bread is cooked on this special stove
Tandoor