Diya [Please Use Full Name For Username]

What is a diya?

• Indian dance form

• Traditional lamp

• Spicy Indian dish

• Yoga posture

In Hinduism, what does the diya symbolize?

• Prosperity

• Purity

• Enlightenment

• All of the above

What is the primary function of a diya during festivals?

• Cooking

• Decoration

• Illumination

• Communication

What is the significance of lighting diyas during Diwali?

• Wards of evil

• Attracts wealth

• Celebrates love

• Marks the end of winter

Which oil is commonly used in diyas for lighting?

• Olive oil

• Mustard oil

• Coconut oil

• Sunflower oil

What is the name of the festival that marks the return of Lord Rama and the lighting of diyas?

• Holi

• Navratri

• Diwali

• Raksha Bandhan

Which colour is commonly associated with traditional diya decorations?

• Blue

• Red

• Yellow

• Green

What is the name of the clay traditionally used for making diyas?

• Porcelain

• Terracotta

• Stoneware

• Earthenware

In which month is Diwali usually celebrated?

• January

• October

• May

• August

Which historical figure is often associated with the use of lamps in Indian culture?

• Mahatma Gandhi

• Jawaharlal Nehru

• Rabindranath Tagore

• Swami Vivekananda