Diwali 101
The arrangement of this is the literal meaning of Diwali.
What is Lights?
This is the number of days Diwali is celebrated for
What is 5?
Diwali is celebrated to mark the defeat of the demon Narakasura by people of this region.
What is Southern India?
This fried doughnut is soaked in sugar syrup.
What is Gulab Jamun?
Homes are decorated with beautiful and colorful designs of these in the front yard
What is Rangoli?
The name Diwali comes from the word Deepavali which is word from this language
What is Sanskrit?
In the north, Diwali is celebrated to symbolize the return of this epic king.
Who is Lord Rama?
The most popular cheese in India
What is Paneer?
The first day of Diwali, dedicated to cleaning homes and purchasing small items of gold?
What is Dhanteras?
These two countries celebrate Diwali other than India
What are Nepal and Malaysia?
Hindus in West Bengal celebrate Diwali to glorify this Goddess
Who is Kali?
The condiment that is used in all sweet dishes
What is cardamom?
The Ramayana was composed by this poet
Who is Valmiki?
Lights lit during Diwali is symbolic of this important thing
What is Knowledge?
This practice otherwise considered as a vice is followed during Diwali to bring good luck.
What is gambling?
This is a must have rice dish enjoyed by all during festivals and weddings
What is Biriyani
Diwali is generally associated with the worship of this Goddess
Who is Lakshmi?
Two religions other than Hinduisim that celebrate Diwali with their own significance
What are Jainism and Sikhism?
Narakasura, a demon, was killed by this Supreme force
Who is Lord Krishna?
Indian bread is cooked on this special stove
What is a Tandoor?