Durga Puja Quiz

In which state of India is Durga Puja primarily celebrated?

• Rajasthan

• Tamil Nadu

• West Bengal

• Kerala

What is the main deity worshipped during Durga Puja?

• Goddess Durga

• Lord Shiva

• Goddess Saraswati

• Lord Krishna

What is the duration of Durga Puja?

• 10 days

• 2 weeks

• 1 month

• 5 days

Which mythological story is associated with Durga Puja?

• Goddess Durga rescuing Lord Vishnu

• Goddess Durga defeating Mahishasura

• Goddess Durga creating the universe

• Goddess Durga marrying Lord Shiva

What is the significance of the 'dhunuchi' dance during Durga Puja?

• The 'dhunuchi' dance is performed to celebrate the victory of Lord Rama over Ravana during Durga Puja.

• The 'dhunuchi' dance is performed to honor the ancestors during Durga Puja.

• The 'dhunuchi' dance is performed to entertain the devotees during Durga Puja.

• The 'dhunuchi' dance is performed to invoke the blessings of the goddess Durga and create a festive atmosphere during Durga Puja.

Which famous pandal (temporary structure) is known for its unique themes during Durga Puja?

• Shobhabazar Rajbari

• College Square

• Kumartuli Park

• Bagbazar Sarbojanin

What is the name of the traditional dance performed during Durga Puja in West Bengal?

• Garba

• Kathak

• Dandiya

• Bhangra

What is the significance of 'Kumari Puja' during Durga Puja?

• Kumari Puja is a ritual to worship a young boy as the embodiment of goddess Durga.

• Kumari Puja is a ritual to worship a statue of goddess Durga.

• Kumari Puja is a ritual to worship a young girl as the embodiment of goddess Durga.

• Kumari Puja is a ritual to worship a cow as the embodiment of goddess Durga.

What is the name of the traditional sweet dish prepared during Durga Puja?

• Gulab Jamun

• Jalebi

• Ras Malai

• Rosogolla

What is the significance of 'Sindoor Khela' during Durga Puja?

• Sindoor Khela is a game played by children during Durga Puja.

• Sindoor Khela is a ritual to celebrate the victory of Goddess Durga over evil.

• Sindoor Khela is a tradition to honor the goddess by offering vermilion.

• Sindoor Khela is a ritual to bid farewell to Goddess Durga and seek her blessings for a happy married life.