DIWALI QUIZ

How many days is Diwali celebrated over?

• 3 days

• 5 days

• 7 days

• 9 days

From what language is the name ‘Diwali’ derived?

• Sanskrit

• Prakrits

• Apasabda

• Marathi

In what month of the Hindu Calendar does Diwali take place across MOST of India?

• Ashvin

• Bhadrapad

• Kaartik

• Agrahayana

Which of the following is Diwali a celebration of, according to Hinduism?

• The release of the Sixth Guru, Hargobind

• lord Mahavira achieving enlightenment

• The return of Prince Rama of Ayodhya

• All of the above

Which of these is traditionally performed on the first day of Diwali?

What oil is traditional when lighting lamps in honor of Diwali?

• Vegetable

• Olive

• Mustard

• Sesame

How is the fourth day of Diwali usually celebrated?

• Prayer

• Gift-giving

• Painting

• Song

What does Diwali symbolise?

• Victory of good over evil

• Victory of wisdom and spirituality

• The brightest day of the year

• A lunar eclipse

Which goddess is worshipped on Day 1 of Diwali?

• Goddess Durga

• Goddess Lakshmi

• Goddess Saraswati

• Goddess parvati

What do you traditionally eat at Diwali?

• Gulab Jamun

• Besan Laddoo

• Karanji/Gujia

• All Indian sweets