Diwali
Explore the festival of lights with Diwali quizzes covering traditions, stories, symbols, and celebrations across India and beyond. Review key terms, customs, and cultural details in quick, multiple-choice practice.
Quizzes
Diwali foods and festive sweets
From laddoos to savoury snacks, this quiz celebrates the flavours that make Diwali special. Identify classic festive sweets, regional favourites, and the ingredients that define them. With mixed difficulty, it’s great for quick revision or a deeper food-and-tradition challenge.
Diwali rituals: puja, diyas, and rangoli
Light up your knowledge of Diwali rituals with questions on puja steps, diya traditions, and rangoli meanings. Explore symbolism, materials, and regional variations while separating common customs from myths. Choose your preferred length and difficulty, then play at your own pace with no timer.
Diwali origins and key legends
Trace Diwali back to its earliest roots and the stories that shaped the festival across regions. This quiz explores key legends, major characters, and why different communities celebrate in distinct ways. Expect a balanced mix of quick facts and story-based questions.
What you'll find here
- Curated quizzes focused on Diwali
- Difficulty spread from easy to hard
- Randomized questions with instant feedback
- Quizzes you can replay and compare on the leaderboard
Category FAQ
How many quizzes are available?
There are 3 quizzes with 317 questions total.
Are these Diwali quizzes timed?
No. Each question has 4 options and there is no timer, so you can go at your own pace.
What topics do the Diwali quizzes cover?
They cover traditions, symbols, stories, rituals, greetings, and how celebrations can vary by region.
Do the quizzes include different difficulty levels?
Yes. Quiz length and difficulty vary, from quick basics to more detailed cultural and historical questions.
How many questions are included in this category?
This category includes 317 questions across 3 quizzes.
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What you’ll learn about Diwali
These Diwali quizzes help you practice key ideas like the meaning of the festival, common rituals, traditional foods, greetings, and regional variations in how it’s celebrated.
You’ll also review symbols and themes such as diyas, rangoli, Lakshmi puja, fireworks, and the values of renewal, gratitude, and community.
How the quizzes work
Each quiz is multiple-choice with 4 options per question and no timer, so you can focus on accuracy and learning at your own pace.
Difficulty and length can vary by quiz: some sets focus on quick recall, while others go deeper into history, mythology, and cultural details.
Diwali context and interesting facts
Diwali is celebrated on the new moon (Amavasya) of the Hindu month of Kartika, and its stories can differ by region—such as Rama’s return to Ayodhya, Krishna’s victory over Narakasura, or celebrations linked to Lakshmi and prosperity.
- Identify major Diwali traditions and why they’re performed
- Recognize common symbols (diyas, rangoli, sweets) and what they represent
- Distinguish regional names and variations of the festival
- Practice vocabulary and key terms used during Diwali celebrations
- Review important dates, customs, and cultural etiquette