Ramayan
Which city was Ram from?
Ayodhya
What is the sacred Hindu scripture that resulted from Krishna's dialogue with Arjun, explaining why it is his Dharma to fight, at the start of the war?
Bhagavad Gita
This festival, also known as the festival of lights, marks the day that Ram, Sita, and Laxman came back to Ayodhya after defeating Ravan
Diwali
What is the capital of India?
New Delhi
Which famous actress is known for her iconic roles in Om Shanti Om and Piku?
Deepika Padukone
Who is considered the greatest devotee of Ram?
Hanuman
What were the names of the rival groups of cousins that fought in the war?
Pandavas and Kauravas
This 9 day festival honors Goddess Durga and is often celebrated with nights of garba and raas
Navratri
Who was the first Prime Minister of India and the current Prime Minister of India?
Jawaharlal Nehru and Narendra Modi
Who was the captain of India's mens cricket team in the recent Champions Trophy tournament?
Rohit Sharma
Which one of Ravan’s brothers decided to side with Ram and his army?
Vibhishan
What is the name of the battlefield where the Mahabharat took place?
Kurukshetra
This holiday is tomorrow and celebrates the defeat of Hiranyakashipu and his sister, whose name sounds very similar to this festival
Holi
Kumbh Mela is a religious gathering that occurs every 12 years where people hope to cleanse themselves of their sins. Where was the most recent Kumbh Mela held?
Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh
This Indian quiz show, hosted by Amitabh Bachchan, features contestants answering questions in multiple-choice format, with a famous lifeline, "Phone a Friend."
Kaun Banega Crorepati
How long were Ram, Sita, and Laxman in exile for?
14 years
Who is the Guru of the Pandavas and Kauravas?
The festival honors the bond between a brother and sister; the sister ties a sacred thread on her brother and prays for his wellness, and the brother promises to protect his sister forever
Raksha Bandhan
What is the population of India? (must provide answer to the tenth decimal place)
1.4 billion
What spice blend contains a variety of spices including cumin, coriander, cloves, cinnamon, and black pepper, and adds warmth and depth to dishes? Hint: it's also the name of a movie starring Akshay Kumar and John Abraham from 2005
Garam Masala
Who is the first author of Ramayan and in what language was it composed?
Rishi Valmiki and Sanskrit
Who is the eldest son of Kunti?
Karna
This festival celebrates the transition of seasons and the arrival of spring. It is believed this festival can liberate one from pain and suffering.
Makar Sankranti; Uttarayan; Pongal; Lohri
What is the national flower of India?
Lotus
Which Indian badminton player made history in 2016 by becoming the first Indian woman to win a silver medal in the Olympics?
P.V. Sindhu