Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is one of the most celebrated festivals in India and around the world. It marks the victory of good over evil and light over darkness. People decorate their homes, light diyas, and share sweets with loved ones. Here are some interesting GK questions and answers on Diwali to boost your knowledge and exam preparation.
Test your knowledge of India’s Festival of Lights with this fun GK Quiz on Diwali. Learn about the festival’s history, traditions, and spiritual meanings through interesting questions. It’s a perfect way to prepare for exams and understand the true essence of Diwali celebrations.
Q1. Diwali is mainly celebrated in which Hindu month?
A) Chaitra
B) Kartik
C) Phalgun
D) Ashadha
S1. Ans. (b)
Q2. How many days is Diwali celebrated?
A) 3 days
B) 4 days
C) 5 days
D) 6 days
S2. Ans. (c)
Q3. Which goddess is mainly worshipped during Diwali?
A) Saraswati
B) Durga
C) Lakshmi
D) Parvati
S3. Ans. (c)
Q4. Diwali marks the return of which god to Ayodhya?
A) Krishna
B) Rama
C) Vishnu
D) Hanuman
S4. Ans. (b)
Q5. Diwali is celebrated on which lunar phase?
A) Full Moon
B) New Moon
C) First Quarter
D) Last Quarter
S5. Ans. (b)
Q6. Naraka Chaturdashi is also known as—
A) Govardhan Puja
B) Bhai Dooj
C) Chhoti Diwali
D) Dhanteras
S6. Ans. (c)
Q7. In which state is Diwali celebrated as the New Year?
A) Gujarat
B) Tamil Nadu
C) Punjab
D) Kerala
S7. Ans. (a)
Q8. The Jain community celebrates Diwali to mark—
A) The birth of Mahavira
B) The nirvana of Mahavira
C) The coronation of Mahavira
D) The marriage of Mahavira
S8. Ans. (b)
Q9. What is another name for Govardhan Puja?
A) Annakut
B) Bhai Phonta
C) Naraka Chaturdashi
D) Deepdan
S9. Ans. (a)
Q10. What is the meaning of “Dhanteras”?
A) Thirteenth day of wealth
B) New Year festival
C) Festival of lamps
D) Offering to ancestors
S10. Ans. (a)
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