Diwali & Festivals
How many days does Diwali last?
5 days
What does “Bal Sanskar Shala” mean?
A school that shapes values in children
What does “Sapt Andolan” mean?
Seven movements of thought revolution
What does “yoga” or “yog” mean?
Union or connection of the individual soul with the Supreme Consciousness
What pledge do students take about their body?
Considering the body as a temple of God, we will protect our health through self-control and regularity
What Sanskrit word does "Diwali" come from?
"Row of lights"
What does “Yug Nirman Yogna” mean?
Plan for the Reconstruction of a New Era
What are the two components that education should have according to the teachings?
Shiksha and Vidya
Name at least two major forms of Yog from the Gita.
Bhakti Yoga, Karma Yoga, Jnana Yoga, Raja Yoga
In the question “What is more healthy: pizza or chole bhature?” what is the correct response?
It depends
What is celebrated on the third day of Diwali, also known as the main day?
Day of light (Diwali itself)
Complete this phrase: “Hum Badlege, ________”
Yug Badlega
What does “Vidya” teach us about our emotions?
It helps us understand what we are feeling so we can be fair to all
What are the main components that make up health or “Svaastha”?
Diet, activity or exercise, emotions and mental health
What traditional Indian health system is introduced in class?
Ayurveda
According to Gurudev, what should we clean during Diwali besides our homes?
Our heart and soul
According to Gurudev, we should be like a “deepak.” What does this mean?
We should light many other deeps or spread light in others’ lives
According to the teachings, what type of knowledge is as important as material knowledge?
Education on being a good person and member of society
How many limbs are in Ashtanga Yog, and who taught this?
Eight limbs taught by Rishi Ashtavakra
In the spice detective activity, what three actions should students do with each spice?
Smell it, observe it, and touch it
Name at least three of the five days of Diwali and what they represent.
Dhanteras (fortune), Naraka Chaturdasi/Kali Chaudas (knowledge), Diwali (light), Annakut (New Year), Bhai Duj/Bij (love between siblings)
What are the overarching classroom values taught in Bal Sanskar Shala?
Safety, Responsibility, Respect, Curiosity, Kindness, Integrity
Why should we visualize our mind as a garden when thinking about thoughts?
To reflect on removing negative thoughts and improving our mindset like caring for a garden
Name at least five limbs of Ashtanga Yog.
Yama, Niyama, Asana, Pranayama, Pratyahara, Dharana, Dhyana, Samadhi
What are students asked to identify about each spice?
The smell, where they have seen it before, and a guessed benefit like digestion or energy