Why Do We Celebrate Diwali? Exploring the Festival's Significance

Diwali unites Hindus, Sikhs, Jains, Buddhists—symbolizing victory of light, good, knowledge over darkness, evil, ignorance.

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Diwali: 20 days post Dussehra, marks Rama's return, victory over Ravana, worshipping deities, decorations, and festivities.

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Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth, and Ganesha, god are worshipped on Deepavali. People light lamps decorate their homes.

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Diwali celebrated globally by Hindus, Sikhs, Jains, Buddhists—1.2B Hindus, 25M Sikhs, 6M Jains, 2M Buddhists participate.

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Diwali celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs, Jains, Buddhists in India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and globally in diaspora like UK, US, Canada.

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Diwali in Kartik month, Hindu calendar. Typically October/November. Follows harvest of kharif crops like rice, pulses, millets.

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Deepavali, "lamp row," symbolizes light's victory over darkness. Celebrants light rows of lamps, marking prosperity and knowledge.

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Diwali festivities: clean, decorate, light lamps, rangolis, fireworks, gifts, worship. Sweets, shopping, reconnecting with family.

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