Diwali Around the World
Diwali in this country is a public holiday although Islam is the official religion here.
What is Malaysia?
This oil is traditionally used in oil lamps lit during Deepavali
What is Mustard Oil?
Lord Rama was the ruler of this city in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh and is considered to be the birthplace of Lord Rama.
Ayodhya
Diwali always occurs during this moon phase
Which Hindu festival is celebrated on new moon day?
Fried Doughnut soaked in Sugar syrup
What is Gulab Jamun
He was the first U.S President to celebrate Diwali in the White House.
Who is Barack Obama?
Diwali is ___ days long in North India.
5 Days
This festival is celebrated to commemorate the release of Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji, the sixth Sikh Guru, from prison in 1619
What is Bandi Chhor Divas?
He is the husband of the goddess Lakshmi
Who is Lord Vishnu?
The most popular Cheese in India
What is Paneer
This Indonesian island is famous for its elaborate Diwali celebrations
What is Bali famous for during Diwali?
This day of Diwali celebrates the bond between siblings
What is the 5th day of Diwali or what is Bhai Duj?
Foundation of this popular temple was laid on Diwali day
On what day was the foundation of the Golden Temple laid?
This is the first day of Diwali
What is Dhanteras?
Usually cut in a diamond shape, this sweet is made with condensed milk, sugar, and cashews.
What is Kaju Katli
In this Indian state, it is traditional for women to light diyas in the name of each male family member, wishing them a long and prosperous life?
In this Indian state it is traditional for women to light diyas in the name of each male family member, wishing them a long and prosperous life?
Jains celebrate Diwali to mark the anniversary of this saint achieving Moksha
Who is Mahavira?
On the next day of Diwali is a Hindu festival that is celebrated to commemorate Lord Krishna's victory over Lord Indra.
What is Govardhan Puja
This goddess is honored on Diwali in East part of India
Who is goddess Kali?
This sweet is prepared especially during Diwali.
What is Laddoo? Or What is Gujiya?
On day of Diwali this festival or Puja is celebrated in Sri Lanka
What is Kali Puja
Some Buddhists celebrate Diwali to commemorate the day when this historical figure converted to Buddhism
On which day did Emperor Ashoka convert to Buddhism?
Goddess Kali said to have emerged from this goddess
Who is goddess Durga?
This Indian state is known to be the biggest provider of fireworks for the whole country.
What is Tamil Nadu?
A spice that is mostly used in Indian sweets.
What is Cardamon or What is Saffron?