DIWALI

How many days is Diwali celebrated over?

• 3 Days

• 5 Days

• 7 Days

• 9 Days

• 11 days

From what language is the name ‘Diwali’ derived?

• Sanskrit

• Prakrits

• Apasabda

• Marathi

Sita, the wife of Prince Rama, is said to be an incarnation of which Goddess?

• Saraswati

• Kali

• Lakshmi

• Durga

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

• Kartik

• Ashwin

• Bhadrapad

• 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

South Indians celebrate Diwali in honor of Lord Krishna’s defeat of the Demon King. What was his name

• Bhandasura

• Yakshas

• Rakshasa

• Narakasura

Most followers share the belief that Diwali, in part, honors Lakshmi, but what is she the Goddess of?

• Destruction

• Good Fortune

• Wisdom

• Feminine Power

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

• Dancing

• Cleaning

• Singing

• Baking

The second day of Diwali, dedicated to the lighting of lamps and preparation of sweets, is named what?

• Naraka Chaturdashi

• Dhanteras

• Balipratipada

• Lakshmi Pujan

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

• Vegetable

• Olive

• Mustard

• Sesame