Diwali Around the World
Diwali in this country is a public holiday although Islam is the official religion here.
Malaysia
Diwali is ___ days long in North India.
5 days
We celebrate Diwali because Lord Rama killed this demon.
Ravan
Homes are decorated with beautiful and colorful designs of these in the front yard
Rangoli
Fried Doughnut soaked in Sugar syrup
Gulab Jamun
He was the first U.S President to celebrate Diwali in the White House.
Barack Obama
Diwali is celebrated everywhere in India with this.
fireworks & lamps?
This Hindu God killed the evil demon king Narakasura.
Lord Krishna
This color is used as the primary color of Rangoli, signifying peace, purity, and tranquility.
white
The most popular Cheese in India
Paneer
Apart from India, these 3 countries also celebrate Diwali.
Nepal Malaysia Sri Lanka
In English Diwali is also known as this.
What is Festival of Lights?
For Jains, Diwali celebrates the achievement of this state by Lord Mahavira
What is Nirvana?
Name at least one of the two other religions other than Hinduism that celebrate Diwali.
What are Jainism and Sikhism?
Usually cut in a diamond shape, this sweet is made with condensed milk, sugar, and cashews.
What is Kaju Katli
Outside of India, this city hosts the biggest Diwali celebrations.
Leicester
Diwali falls ___ days after Dusshera.
21 days
This religion celebrates Diwali as Bandi Chhor Diwas.
Sikhism
This oil is traditional when lighting lamps for Diwali.
Mustard oil
These 3 sweets are prepared specially during Diwali.
Laddoo, Gujiya/Somas, Kheer
Diwali is referred to as ______ in Bhutan & Nepal.
Tihar
Diwali falls on this month of Hindu Lunar calendar.
Karthik
This holiday signifies victory of ____ over ____.
good over evil
light over darkness
This Indian state is known to be the biggest provider of fireworks for the whole country.
Tamil Nadu
A spice that is mostly used in Indian sweets.
Cardamon or Saffron