General
How many days are in Navratri?
Ten days
How many forms does Durga take during Navratri?
Nine
What is another name for Vijayadashmi
Dusshera
A statue of _____ is burnt to signify victory of good over evil in various parts of Bharat/India
Raavan
What pooja is done during Navratri?
Durga Pooja
Which Rakshasa did the goddess Durga fight over the nine days of Navratri?
Mahishasur
When does Vijayadashmi happen?
On the 10th day of Ashvin or the day after Navratri
What is one thing many people do/partially do during the nine days of Navratri?
Fast
What play depicting the life of a famous Hindu God is reenacted during Navratri?
Ramlila
What is the first form of Durga on the first day of Navratri? (Hint: Reincarnation of Sati)
Shailaputri
In Northern Bharat/India, Dusshera signifies the victory of _____ over ______ (literal victory)
Ram, Raavan
What is a famous Gujarati group dance which is done during Navratri?
Garba
Which of the 4 Navratri's will we be celebrating soon?
Sharada
What is the form of Durga celebrated on the 5th day of Navratri? (Hint: Mother of Kartikeya)
Skandamata
Why is this festival called Dusshera?
Ram killed Raavan who had 10 heads, The killing of one who has 10 heads is called Dussehra
What dance style is performed in Tamil Nadu in celebration of Navratri?
Bharatnatyam
What is the name of the month according to the Hindu Calendar which Sharada Navratri is celebrated?
Ashvini
Which form of Durga is considered to be the Ardhanarishvara form of Shiva and Shakti?
Siddhidatri
Which warrior's victory from the Mahabharat is significant during this day?
Arjun (Defeated Bhishma, Dronacharya, Ashwatthama, Karna, and Kripa in battle near the kingdom of Virat)
What is Dusshera called in Karnataka? (Hint: Mysore Masala Dosa)
Mysore Dasara