In which festival are diyas and fireworks important due to the return of Lord Rama to Ayodhya, but is also the peak business season for sweets and gifts?
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Explanation
Solution: The correct answer is Diwali.
Explanation:
☛ Diwali (Deepavali), known as the 'Festival of Lights', marks the return of Lord Rama, along with Sita and Lakshmana, to Ayodhya after spending 14 years in exile and defeating Ravana.
☛ The people of Ayodhya welcomed them by lighting earthen lamps (diyas), a tradition that continues with lighting lamps, decorating homes, and bursting fireworks.
☛ Celebrated on the Amavasya (new moon day) of the Hindu month of Kartik, it symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil.
☛ Economically, it represents the peak business season in India for buying sweets, gifts, gold, electronics, and new clothes.
Extra Exam-Relevant Facts:
☛ Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha: Worshiped on the main evening of Diwali for wealth, prosperity, and wisdom.
☛ Holi: Known as the 'Festival of Colors', celebrated on the full moon day (Purnima) in the Hindu month of Phalguna to mark the arrival of spring and the victory of Bhakt Prahlad.
☛ Eid-ul-Fitr: An important Islamic festival celebrated on the first day of Shawwal, marking the end of the holy fasting month of Ramadan.
☛ Christmas: Celebrated annually on 25th December to commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ.
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