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Which deity (god/goddess) is Goddess Kali said to have came from?
Goddess Saraswati
Goddess Durga
Goddess Tara
Goddess Lakshmi
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Other than Hindu, which other religious groups celebrate Diwali?
Muslims
Jews
Jains
Christians
3
Which of these activities is common throughout many parts of India during Diwali?
Gambling
Horse riding
Fishing
4
"Thalai Deepavali" is a unique Diwali custom of which Indian state?
Tamil Nadu
Karnataka
Andhra Pradesh
Kerala
5
What type of oil is traditionally used in oil lamps lit during Deepavali?
Vegetable Oil
Mustard Oil
Corn Oil
Olive Oil
6
Who killed Narakasura and when?
Lord Shiva, Kali Yuga
Lord Naryana, Satya Yuga
Lord Krishna, Dwapar Yuga
Lord Rama, Treta Yuga
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The word "Diwali" literally means:
"Autumn equinox"
"Row of lights"
"Flaming candle"
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Who are you supposed to visit on the last day of Diwali, Bhaubeej?
Your siblings
Your grandparents
Your teachers
9
Which Hindu month is Diwali in?
Ashvin
Kartik
Sravana
Chaitra
10
In West Bengal, the Bhai Duj festival is popularly known as:
Bhaubeej
Bhai Teeka
Bhathru Dwithiya
Bhai Phota
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For many Indians Diwali is also the start of a new:
Cricket season
School year
Financial year
12
Which empire was Lord Rama the ruler of?
Patuliputra
Hatinapur
Magadha
Ayodha
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How long does the festival last?
5 days
3 days
1 week
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What is Diwali also known as?
Festival of Lights
Festival of Sweets
Festival of Fireworks
Festival of Gifts
15
Diwali commemorates the spiritual enlightenment of which two famous saints?
Buddha & Jesus
Vardhamana Mahavira & Swami Dayananda Swarswati
Guru Nanak & Prophet
Shri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu & Shri Ramakrishna Paramahansa
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Who is supposed to be the husband of Goddess Lakshmi?
Lord Vishnu
Lord Indra
Lord Shiva
Lord Brahma
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Which sweet is made during Diwali?
Gulab Jamun
Rasgulla
Jalebi
Gujia
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Which of the following is not an Indian sweet?
Jalebi
Ladoo
Puja thali
Kesar pedar
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Diwali is often associated with Lakshmi, the goddess of:
Light
Prosperity
Wisdom
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Mithai are one of the most common foods eaten and given as gifts during Diwali. They are:
A dried berry
A cured meat
A confectionary
21
During Diwali, it is customary for Hindus to:
Start a family
Plant a tree
Wear new clothes
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When does Diwali begin?
On October 21 every year
It depends on the moon
It depends on the sun
23
What do the Sikhs commonly call Diwali?
Deepavali
Bhaubeej
Naraka
Bandi Chhorh Divas
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For which of these religions is Diwali one of the biggest and most important holidays?
Taoism
Hinduism
Paganism
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Which of the following is not a traditional Diwali gift?
Statues of gods and godesses
Decorative items, such as wall hangings
Spices
Dried fruit
