Diwali and Bandi Chhor Divas

Which date marked the height of the Diwali celebrations in 2022?

• Saturday 22 October 2022

• Sunday 23 October 2022

• Monday 24 October 2022

• Tuesday 25 October 2022

How many days does Diwali last?

• 2 days

• 3 days

• 4 days

• 5 days

What does Bandi Chhor Divas translate to in English?

• Day of Prisoner Liberation

• Day of Martyrdom

• Day of Justice

• Day of Peace and Joy

Why do the dates of Diwali change each year?

• The dates are based on the Lunar calendar

• The dates are based on the Lunisolar calendar

• The dates are based on the darkest days in October

• The dates are based on the longest days in October

What does Diwali celebrate?

• The triumph of light over dark

• The forgiveness of the Lords on humankind

• The reconciliation of light and dark

• The selflessness of humankind

How many kings did Guru Hargobind ji release?

• 42

• 52

• 62

• 72

How is the first day of Diwali usually spent?

• Decorations

• Prayer and preparation

• Present exchange and seeing family

• A grand feast

How did Guru Hargobind release the 52 kings and princes?

• They snuck out when the guards were sleeping

• They attacked the guards and fought their way out

• They were pardoned when Emperor Jahangir changed his mind

• They were holding on to the Guru’s specially made chola

Answer explanation

The Emperor ordered the release of the Guru, but he refused to leave the fort unless princes were released as well.

Emperor agreed but

not really wanting to free the prisoners the Emperor cleverly added the following condition:

"whoever can hold on to the Guru's cloak can be released."

He had a cloak made with 52 corners or tails for the princes to hang on to

What is Rangoli traditionally?

• An art form of bright colourful patterns made by sand, rocks, petals, etc. on the floor at the entrance of homes

• An art form of bright colourful patterns painted onto candle holders and displayed around homes

• An art form of intricate patterns of henna on the hands and feet to symbolise good luck

• An art form of intricate and colourful patterns, drawn on the walls of homes with chalk

When was the first occasion that Bandi Chhor Divas was celebrated?

• 1419

• 1519

• 1619

• 1719