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