Diwali Quiz

The word Diwali is derived from which language?

• Pali

• Apabhramsa

• Sanskrit

• Prakrit

For how many days Diwali is celebrated in India?

• 2 Days

• 3 Days

• 4 Days

• 5 Days

Answer explanation

Dhanteras, Choti Diwali, Diwali, Govardhan Pooja, Bhai Dooj

Which day of Diwali celebrates the bond between brothers and sisters?

• Second

• Third

• Fourth

• Fifth

Diwali occurs on which of the following night

• Full Moon Night

• Half Moon Night

• No Moon Night

• Honey Moon Night

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

• Bhandasura

• Yakshas

• Rakshasa

• Narakasura

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

• a. The release of the Sixth Guru, Hargobind

• b. Lord Mahavira achieving enlightenment

• c. The return of Prince Rama of Ayodhya

• a, b & c

What type of oil is traditionally used in oil lamps lit during Deepavali?

• Olive Oil

• Mustard Oil

• Vegetable Oil

• Coconut Oil

Which empire was Lord Rama the ruler of?

• Hastinapur

• Ayodhya

• Magadha

• Patliputra

The foundation of which popular Indian Monument was laid on Diwali day? 

• Red Fort

• The Golden Temple

• Taj Mahal

• Gateway of India

Which Indian God is worshipped alongside Goddess Lakshmi on Diwali?

• Lord Krishna

• Lord Shiva

• Lord Ganesha

• Lord Vishnu