DEEPAVALI

Name:Aleeya
Subject:ICT
Teacher:Mr Kartik
What is Deepavali?

Diwali is the five-day Festival of Lights, celebrated by millions of

Hindus, Sikhs and Jains across the world. Diwali, which for some
also coincides with harvest and new year celebrations, is a festival
of new beginnings and the triumph of good over evil, and light
over darkness. The word Diwali comes from the Sanskrit word
deepavali, meaning "rows of lighted lamps".
What do you do before Deepavali?

Small clay lamps filled with oil are lighted to signify the triumph of good over evil, and the
lights are kept on during the night. Homes are cleaned prior to the festival to welcome the
goddess Lakshmi. Decorations such as colorful paper lanterns and kolam are also put up to
decorate the home. The kolam is an intricate design on the floor made from coloured rice and
colored powder.
At the dawn of Deepavali, Hindus perform a ritual oil bath which signifies the
cleansing of the body and soul. Then, they put on new clothes before
performing prayers at home and in temples. Once prayers are finished,
celebrants often hold open houses where family and friends are encouraged to
drop by to share conversation, enjoy snacks or meals and celebrate the
beginning of a new year together.
What do you do after Deepavali festival?

The day after Diwali is a time to exchange gifts, well wishes and check in with
family and friends while the final day of the festival is meant for siblings to
celebrate together. Firecrackers are also set off to scare evil spirits away.
 Deepavali foods

Samosa. A crispy and spicy samosa is something which nobody can say no to!
Aloo Bonda. This streetside snack from South India will surely woo your taste buds!,
Gulab Jamun,Sooji Halwa,Paneer Tikka,Namakpare,Onion Bhaji and
Murukku.Murukku is the famous snack when it comes to Deepavali festival.
THANK YOU!!!