Diwali
What does Diwali celebrate?
The return of Lord Ram to Ayodhya after defeating Ravan.
Fun Fact:
In some parts of India, Diwali also marks the business new year with “Chopda Pujan.”
What sweet is made from chickpea flour and ghee?
Besan Ladoo
What is the New Year called in Gujarat?
Bestu Varash
Fun Fact:
Who was Lord Ram’s father?
King Dasharatha
What is the first day of Diwali called?
Dhanteras
Fun Fact: Buying utensils or gold is believed to bring prosperity.
What crunchy snack is made with flattened rice?
Chivda
Which color is most associated with Diwali?
Gold or Yellow
What was the name of the demoness who tried to kill infant Ram?
Tataka
What do we light outside homes during Diwali?
Diyas or oil lamps
Fun Fact: Diyas symbolize knowledge defeating ignorance.
What do we call Indian fudge made from milk solids?
Barfi
Fun Fact: Comes in many flavors: pista, coconut, chocolate.
What do we say to greet someone on Diwali in Hindi?
Shubh Diwali
What was the name of the golden deer that Ravan used to distract Ram?
Maricha
In which Hindu month is Diwali celebrated?
Kartik
Fun Fact: Usually falls in Oct–Nov based on the lunar calendar.
What ingredient gives jalebi its orange color?
Saffron or food coloring
Name one country outside India that celebrates Diwali as a public holiday.
Singapore, Fiji, or Mauritius
Who was Ravan’s brother who helped Lord Ram?
Vibhishana
Which goddess is worshipped on Diwali?
Goddess Lakshmi
Fun Fact : People decorate homes to invite her blessings.
Which dry fruit sweet is shaped like a diamond?
Kaju Katli
Which planet is known as “Shukra” in Hindi?
Venus
Fun Fact: Shukra is linked with wealth, beauty, and the arts in astrology.
What was the name of the bridge built to reach Lanka?
Ram Setu