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100

What is another name for Diwali

Deepavali

100

In the context of Diwali, which demon does Lord Rama defeat, symbolizing the victory of good over evil?

Ravana

100

Name a popular Bollywood movie that revolves around the theme of Diwali and family celebrations.

Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham" (K3G)

100

What are the 5 ingredients in panchamrut

Yogurt, milk, honey, sugar/ saakar & ghee

100

Name all the "days of Diwali" after Ekadashi

Vagh Baras, Dhan Teras, Kali Chaudas, Diwali, Bestu Varas, Bhai Beej

200

Diwali signifies the ______ of _____ to ________

Diwali signifies the return of Ram Bhagwan to Ayodhya

200

Which divine bird helped Lord Rama during his quest for Sita 

Jatayu

200

In the movie "Prem Ratan Dhan Payo," there's a song titled "Aaj Unse Milna Hai" featuring a grand Diwali celebration. Name the lead actors in the film.

Salman Khan & Sonam Kapoor

200

Name 3 popular mithai that have to be fried

Jalebi, gulab jamun, malpua, ghughara

200

What do people generally make on Kali Chaudas?

Vada & Puri

300

In what Gujarati month is Diwali celebrated

Kartik

300

Who introduced Lord Ram to Hanuman Ji during Lord Ram's quest for Sita Ji? Who was he?

Sugriv - King of the Monkeys

300

What 2 movies were released on Diwali 2024

Singham Again & Bhool Bhulaiyaa

300
What is a "mountain of food" that people generally make at the mandir or at home in front of bhagwan

Annakut

300

_____ _____ is done on the second day of Diwali. During ____ _____ you pray to ______ and ask for _______

Lakshmi puja is done on the second day of Diwali. During Lakshmi pujan you pray to Lakshmi mata and ask for good health, wealth and prosperity 

400

Name 5 things you do during the days of Diwali

Clean the house, light diva, pray at your doorstep (umraa pujan), wear new clothes, fireworks, Lakshmi puja, buy gold, eat mithai, chopda pujan, go to mela

400

What important marriage occurred on the full moon after Diwali? Between who?

Tulsi Vivah - Vishnu Bhagwan & Tulsi

400

What is the prayer done on Bestu Varas for Lord Krishna called? Briefly summarize the tale

Govardhan Puja - It commemorates the lifting of the Govardhan Hill by Lord Krishna to protect the villagers of Vrindavan from the wrath of Indra, the king of the gods. 

400

What is made primarily with cashew nuts, sugar and cardamom powder

Kaju Katri

400

What 3 things are considered auspicious to buy on Bestu Varas

Salt, Kanku, Jaggery

500

Name 3 religions that celebrate Diwali

Hinduism, Jainism, Sikhism

500

In the context of Diwali, who is the brother of Goddess Lakshmi, and what is the ritual associated with their relationship?

Lord Kubera is considered the brother of Goddess Lakshmi, and the ritual is known as 'Bhai Beej.'

500
What Bollywood movie was released during Diwali 2007? It is about reincarnation and features some of Bollywoods most prominent actors. You have all danced to a popular song from this movie.

Om Shanti Om

500

What are the 3 main ingredients in Mysore Pak

Ghee, besan, sugar

500

Which goddess was incarnated on the day of Diwali and how?

Lakshmi mata emerged from the churning of the ocean