Festivals
When was Diwali this year?
Yesterday, Oct 21
What popular South Asian drink is made with black tea, milk, and spices?
Masala Chai
What country is Bollywood music from?
What traditional clothing is worn by many South Asian women, wrapped around the body in different styles?
A sari
What iconic structure in Agra is one of the Seven Wonders of the World?
Taj Mahal
What festival marks the end of Ramadan for Muslims?
Eid
What rice dish is famous and often cooked with meat and saffron?
Biryani
What energetic dance form from Gujarat is performed in circles during the festival of Navratri?
Garba
What ornate piece of jewelry is worn on the forehead and is common in bridal attire?
A tikka
What ancient civilization developed along the Indus River?
Indus Valley Civilization
What colorful spring festival is known as the Festival of Colors?
Holi
What sweet dessert made from carrots, milk, and sugar is served at festivals?
Gajar ka Halwa
Which South Indian classical dance tells stories of the Hindu religion through intricate hand gestures?
Bharatnatyam
The phulkari embroidery tradition comes from which Indian state?
Punjab
Which emperor commissioned the Red Fort in Delhi?
Emperor Shah Jahan
In Sikhism, which festival marks the founding of the Khalsa?
Vaisakhi
In Sri Lanka, what spicy coconut relish made with chili, lime, and onions is served with rice and curry?
Coconut Sambol
The qawwali style of devotional music is often performed at the shrines of what Islamic mystic tradition?
Sufi tradition
What handwoven silk fabric from Banaras (Varanasi), often featuring gold or silver zari patterns, is traditionally used for bridal sarees?
Banarasi saree
Who was the founder of Pakistan and its first Governor-General?
Muhammad Ali Jinnah
Which South Indian festival celebrates the harvest season?
Pongal
What Nepalese dumpling, similar to Chinese bao, is filled with spiced meat or vegetables and served with chili sauce?
Momo
What two-stringed instrument is a key part of classical South Asian music?
The kanjivaram saree, known for its silk and gold threads, originates from which South Indian state?
Tamil Nadu
The Sigiriya Rock Fortress, known for its frescoes and lion’s gate, is in which South Asian country?
Sri Lanka