Diwali Traditions
People light these to symbolize the victory of light.
What are diyas?
This traditional Tamil festival celebrates the harvest season.
What is Pongal?
This legendary music composer from Tamil Nadu is known for their work in Tamil cinema and international projects and won an Oscar.
Who is A.R. Rahman?
This artist sang "Aasa kooda".
Who is Sai Abhaynkar?
This is a colorful art form, created on the ground.
What is Kolam/Rangoli?
This classical Tamil dance form is known for its storytelling, expressions, and intricate footwork.
What is Bharatanatyam?
A physicist and space scientist from Tamil Nadu, who also served as a President of India.
Who is Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam?
A lyric of this song is : It’s love cricket game a wicket has fallen. I am a duck wicket after seeing you.
What is Kaadhal Cricket?
This is the Tamil name for sparklers.
What is kambi mathappu?
This form of Tamil classical music, traditionally accompanied by instruments like the mridangam, is a key part of Tamil Nadu’s musical heritage.
What is Carnatic music?
This Tamil poet, also called the 'Poet of Humanity,' wrote powerful verses advocating for social reform and Indian independence.
Who is Subramania Bharati aka Bharatiyar?
Name 3 songs from Vaaranam Aayiram.
What are : Adiyae Kolluthey, Yethi Yethi, Oh! Shanthi Shanthi, Annul Maelae, Nenjukkul Peidhidum, Mundhinam, Ava Enna?
Diwali is celebrated on a moonless night according to this calendar.
What is the lunar calendar?
Tamil Nadu is famous for this variety of rice dish, which often includes a tangy flavor from a tree.
What is Puliyodarai (Tamarind Rice)?
This celebrated Tamil actress became a famous political leader in Tamil Nadu.
Who is J. Jayalalithaa?
This person sang the famous AR Rahman song “En Kaadhalae”.
Who is SPB?
Sweets are an integral part of Diwali celebrations. This popular South Indian sweet, made with chickpea flour and ghee, is especially loved during Diwali.
What is Mysore Pak?
These are the three kingdoms of ancient Tamil Nadu, known for their contributions to Tamil art, literature, and culture.
What are the Cheras, Cholas, and Pandyas?
This award-winning Tamil filmmaker and screenwriter, known for his realistic storytelling, is often called the 'Pioneer of Parallel Cinema' in Tamil Nadu.
Who is Mani Ratnam?
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What is Selfie pulla?