Diwali Traditions
Which type of traditional floor design is drawn inside Nagarathar houses during festivals?
Nadu Veetu Kolam
Song #1
Karu Karu Karupayi
Historically, the Nagarathar community is famous for excelling in which economic activities?
Banking and trade (businesses)
Item #1
Vilakku
Which festive snack includes flattened rice, peanuts, and spices, commonly eaten in Tamil Nadu?
Mixture
Which Tamil text describes the rituals, customs, and significance of Diwali in Tamil Nadu?
Skanda Purana
Song #2
Thooliyile Aada Vantha
Soundaryanayagi is the Amman name of which Nagara Kovil?
Nemam
Item #2
Curry Leaf
Which gram flour and ghee-based sweet is a staple in Tamil Diwali celebrations?
Mysore Pak
What are the five days of Deepavali?
These are the five days celebrated during the festival of Diwali:
1. Dhanteras
2. Naraka Chaturdashi
3. Lakshmi Puja
4. Govardhan Puja
5. Bhai Dooj
Slideshow: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/10UJp8UKE3Yefqo05MuhEERc6IVJM9BQiwYZR3h54nL0/edit?usp=sharing
Song #3
Velvetta Velvetta
What is the name of the spcecial rudhraksha malai worn by Nagarathar men during their Shasthiapthapoorthi function?
Gourisangam
Item #3
Dosa Batter
Name the deep-fried disc-shaped snack made from rice flour, popular in Chettinad Diwali.
Thattai
Which legendary city is known for holding the biggest Diwali celebration outside of India?
Leicester, in the United Kingdom
Song #4
Mudhal Nee Mudivum Nee
The Kazhuthu uru is made up of how many pieces?
35
Item #4
Vibuthi
Name the rice pudding flavored with cardamom and saffron, served in Tamil Diwali feasts.
Paal Payasam
How many years did Narakasura rule before Krishna defeated him, according to Tamil tradition?
16,100 (Any number close to this can be accepted)
Song #5
Madai Thiranthu
Name the 9 Nagara Kovils
Ilayathakudi, Iluppaikkudi, Iraniyur, Mathur, Nemam, Pillayarpatti, Soorakudi, Vairavanpatti, and Velangudi
Item #5
Rambutan
Which sweet symbolizes longevity and prosperity during Tamil Diwali?
Ellu Urundai