Diwali Trivia
Light up your brain with Diwali trivia—where diyas, rangoli, and Lord Rama's epic return meet a burst of festive wit!
EXAMPLE QUESTIONS
This primal syllable, often chanted to begin Hindu prayers and seen on Diwali decorations, is considered the sound that sustains life. What is it?
Om
Which Kerala festival marks the annual return of a benevolent king exiled by Vishnu in his Vamana avatar?
Onam
On Diwali, Jains mark the day Lord Mahavira achieved what final liberation from the cycle of rebirth?
Nirvana
In cities like Delhi and Ahmedabad, which eco-friendly alternative to traditional firecrackers is permitted during Diwali celebrations?
Green crackers
What does the Tamil word “murukku,” the name of the spiral-shaped Diwali snack, literally mean?
Twisted