Originally, these were set off to scare away evil spirits, but now they really just attract no-so-evil kids.
What are fireworks?
100
This is the number of days Diwali is celebrated for
What is 5?
100
Not surprising, this name for the 4th day of Diwali literally means "Mountain of Food."
What is Annakoot?
100
Despite variations, Diwali fundamentally represents the victory of light, truth and knowledge over these 3 opposite characteristics.
What are darkness, lies and ignorance?
200
Diwali is generally associated with the worship of this Goddess
Who is Goddess Lakshmi?
200
For Jains, Diwali celebrates the achievement of this state by Lord Mahavira at the age of 42.
What is Nirvana?
200
On Dhanteras, the first day of Diwali, traditionally wives not just buy gold and silver jewelry, but these more useful items as well.
What are kitchen utensils?
200
In Tamil Nadu, "Thalia Deepavali" is a special once in a lifetime celebration for this group of people, where they are pampered by all their relatives.
Who are newlyweds ?
300
The arrangement of this is the literal meaning of Diwali.
What is a light?
300
The name Diwali comes from the word Deepavali which is word from this language
What is Sanskrit?
300
On this day brothers visit their sisters for dinner.
What is Bhai Dooj?
300
This used to be primary color of Rangoli, signifying peace, purity and tranquility.
What is white?
400
Home are decorated with beautiful and colorful designs of these in the front yard
What is Rangoli?
400
The followers of this religion celebrate Diwali as the return of Guru Hargobind Ji from captivity in the city of Gwalior.
What is Sikhism?
400
In the north diwali is celebrated to symbolize the return of this epic king.
Who is Lord Rama?
400
The traditional number of petals in this flower in Rangoli design varies amongst regions from 4 to 8 up to 24.
What is the lotus?
500
This is the number of days Diwali is celebrated for
What is 5?
500
Diwali is actually a contraction of this more formal name for the holiday meaning "row of lights."
What is Deepavali?
500
He was the first U.S. President to celebrate Diwali in the White House.
Who is Barack Obama?
500
The tradition of Rangoli can be traced back to this Indian state.