Across
- 2. Major festival of lights celebrated across India with lamps, sweets, and fireworks
- 3. Sacred river often called the "Ganges," worshipped as a goddess in Hinduism
- 5. Spice blend essential to Indian cooking, often meaning "hot mixture" in Sanskrit
- 8. India’s national flower, an aquatic bloom symbolizing purity and beauty
- 10. India’s largest and most sacred lake, located in the Himalayas
- 11. India’s national tree, known for its vast canopy and longevity
- 13. Traditional garment for women, consisting of a long drape and fitted blouse
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- 1. Mountain range forming India’s northern border, home to the world’s highest peak
- 4. India’s national bird, known for its iridescent blue-green plumage and spectacular dance
- 6. Ancient system of medicine originating in India, emphasizing balance and natural healing
- 7. Gandhi’s famous 1930 protest against British salt tax
- 9. Iconic white marble mausoleum in Agra, symbol of eternal love
- 12. Traditional Indian flatbread cooked in a tandoor oven