Diwali

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