Around Diwali: Many Traditions

Discover Bandi Chhor Divas, Mahavira Nirvana Diwas and Kali Puja in 12 respectful questions. These observances have distinct meanings and histories.

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1. Bandi Chhor Divas is a celebration in which religious tradition?
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2. Which Sikh Guru is remembered on Bandi Chhor Divas?
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3. Bandi Chhor Divas commemorates liberation from which fort?
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4. How many imprisoned rulers are traditionally said to have been freed with Guru Hargobind Sahib?
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5. Mahavira Nirvana Diwas has special significance in which religion?
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6. What number is Mahavira in the sequence of Jain Tirthankaras of the present era?
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7. What does Mahavira Nirvana Diwas commemorate?
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8. Which place is associated with Mahavira’s nirvana?
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9. Which goddess is honoured during Kali Puja?
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10. Kali Puja is especially associated with which region?
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11. The autumn Kali Puja associated with Diwali takes place around which lunar phase?
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12. What is a respectful way to learn about these celebrations?
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1. Bandi Chhor Divas is a celebration in which religious tradition?