Hinduism Festivals - SAHS

What is the festival of lights celebrated by Hindus, also known as the 'Festival of Diyas'?

• Eid

• Diwali

• Holi

• Christmas

Which Hindu festival is known for the tradition of throwing colored powders and water at each other?

• Diwali

• Eid

• Holi

• Navratri

During which festival do Hindus celebrate the victory of good over evil by performing the Garba dance?

• Diwali

• Eid

• Navaratri

• Holi

Which festival marks the birth of Lord Krishna and is celebrated with great devotion and enthusiasm?

• Janmashtami

• Eid

• Holi

• Diwali

What is the significance of lighting oil lamps during Diwali?

• To commemorate a historical battle victory

• The significance of lighting oil lamps during Diwali is to symbolize the victory of light over darkness and good over evil.

• To honor the god of rain

• To celebrate the harvest season

What is the main ritual associated with Holi, where people gather to light a bonfire and perform religious rituals?

• Holika Dahan

• Diwali

• Raksha Bandhan

• Eid

During Navaratri, which form of the goddess is worshipped on the first three days, followed by the next three days dedicated to another form?

• During Navaratri, the first three days are dedicated to worshipping the form of the goddess Durga, followed by the next three days dedicated to the form of the goddess Lakshmi.

• During Navaratri, the first three days are dedicated to worshipping the form of the goddess Radha, followed by the next three days dedicated to the form of the goddess Kali.

• During Navaratri, the first three days are dedicated to worshipping the form of the goddess Saraswati, followed by the next three days dedicated to the form of the goddess Parvati.

• During Navaratri, the first three days are dedicated to worshipping the form of the goddess Kali, followed by the next three days dedicated to the form of the goddess Sita.

What time is the peak of celebration for Krishna Janmashtami ?

• 12 Midnight

• 12 Noon

• 10PM

• 10AM

All of the following are done during Diwali EXCEPT?

• Sharing of sweet dishes

• Exchanging of gifts

• Sacrificing an animal

• Wearing new clothes

During Holi, what is the significance of the tradition of applying colored powders on each other?

• The tradition of applying colored powders during Holi symbolizes the victory of good over evil, the arrival of spring, and the celebration of love and unity.

• The tradition of applying colored powders during Holi is a way to honor the ancient gods and goddesses

• The tradition of applying colored powders during Holi is just a fun activity with no significant meaning

• The tradition of applying colored powders during Holi represents the end of winter and the beginning of summer