Festival Facts
Diwali is also known as the Festival of
Light
Diwali celebrates the return of who?
Ram Bhagwan
Which Hindu goddess is mainly worshipped during Diwali for wealth and prosperity
Lakshmiji
How many days does Diwali usually last? Name the days
5 (Dhanteras, Kali Chaudas, Diwali, Annkut, Bhai Beej)
Which City did Ram Bhagwan return to from Lanka?
Ayodhya
Why are homes cleaned before Diwali according to tradition?
To invite Goddess Lakshmi and drive away darkness and negativity
What does the word Amavasya mean, and why is it important to Diwali?
It means “new moon night” — Diwali is celebrated on Amavasya when the night is darkest, so the lights shine brightest
How many years was Lord Rama exiled before returning home?
14 Years
What does lighting fireworks symbolize during Diwali
The victory of light over darkness and good over evil
What does the word Annakut literally mean in Sanskrit?
It means “mountain of food”
Who did Ram Bhagwan defeat?
Ravan
What is the name of the Hindu month in which Diwali is celebrated?
Kartik