GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

GK

INDIAN CULTURE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
When do Hindus celebrate Diwali, the festival of lights?
A
In March or April
B
In August or September
C
In October or November
D
In December or January
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Diwali begins just before the arrival of a new moon between the Hindu months of Asvina and Kartika-which typically falls in October or November of the Gregorian calendar. In 2022, the five days of Diwali begin on October 22, with the most important festival date taking place on October 24.

Detailed explanation-2: -Navaratri is a fun and religious holiday in October. During this time, Hindus from all over India put aside their daily chores and prepare for Navaratri, a nine-day celebration honoring three goddesses of the religion: Durga, the goddess of valor; Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth; and Saraswati, the goddess of knowledge.

Detailed explanation-3: -Diwali 2023 (Deepavali 2023) is on Sunday, November 12th in India. Diwali’s date is determined by the India calendar and changes every year, ranging from October to November. It is observed on the 15th day of the 8th month (the month of Kartik) in India’s calendar.

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