Diwali
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- 5. Diwali is a popular festival in which country?
- 7. Which is the first day of Diwali, dedicated to cleaning homes and purchasing small items of gold?
- 8. During Diwali, people pray to Lord Ganesha to expect what in return?
- 10. Diwali is one of the most popular events of which religion?
- 11. In addition to candles, what do people use to decorate their houses during Diwali?
- 14. Bhai Dhooj, the fifth day of Diwali, is dedicated to the bond between siblings. This stems from legends of the love between Lord Yama and his sister, but what was her name?
- 16. What is the traditional food during Diwali?
- 17. Who was the first U.S. President to attend Diwali personally at the White House?
- 18. In addition to India, Diwali is an official holiday in which of the following countries?
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- 1. The largest Diwali celebration outside of India takes place in which British city?
- 2. Which kind of oil is traditionally used to light the lamps at Diwali?
- 3. How many days do people celebrate Diwali?
- 4. Another meaning of Diwali is to celebrate the event when Lord Krishna killed which evil king?
- 6. During Diwali, people show their special worship to which Hindu goddess?
- 9. The word “Diwali” originated from the term dipavali” in Sanskrit. What does it literally mean?
- 12. From what language is the name ‘Diwali’ derived?
- 13. Diwali is observed in which month of Hinduism?
- 15. In which country do people call Diwali “Swanti” or “Tihar”?