Navratri Quiz: Shardiya Navratri is one of the most important Hindu festivals which is held for nine days. Nine auspicious days are dedicated to the goddess Durga, who symbolizes the victory of good over evil. It is celebrated with great pomp and zeal by people from all parts of the country. The nine-day Navratri ends with Dusshera which marks spiritual reflection, devotion and cultural festivities with great enthusiasm.
Test your knowledge about India’s mega-celebration with the quiz below:
1. Shardiya Navratri usually falls in which months of the Gregorian calendar?
a) September-October
b) April-May
c) November-December
d) March-April
Ans. And
Explanation: Sharada Navaratri is the most celebrated of the four Navaratris, after which it is named Sharada which means autumn.
2. How many days does Shardiya Navratri last?
a) 3 days
b) 7 days
c) 9 days
d) 14 days
Ans. c
Explanation: Devoted to the nine avatars of Goddess Durga, Shardiya Navratri lasts for nine days.
3. Which Hindu goddess is predominantly worshiped during Shardiya Navratri?
a) Goddess Lakshmi
b) Goddess Saraswati
c) Goddess Durga
d) Goddess Kali
Ans. c
Explanation: Goddess Durga, considered the holy mother and personification of divine shakti (power), is the center of the Navratri festival.
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4. What does the word “Navratri” mean?
a) Nine nights
b) Festival of lights
c) A new beginning
d) Festival of colors
Ans. And
Explanation: Word Navaratri means “nine nights” in Sanskrit, nava meaning “nine” and Ratri meaning “nights”.
5. What type of dance is traditionally performed during Navratri celebrations?
a) Bharatanatyam
b) Go away
c) Kathak
d) Garba
Ans. Garba
Explanation: Garba songs and dance usually revolve around the themes of the nine goddesses and their contests with demons.
6. What is the meaning of fasting during Navratri?
a) For cleansing the body and soul
b) Lose weight
c) Prove your attachment
d) Follow the food trend
Ans. And
Explanation: According to Art of Living, fasting during Navratri facilitates that inner journey towards bliss and joy.
7. During Shardiya Navratri, devotees often recite a sacred text called __________.
a) Bhagavad Gita
b) Ramayana
c) Durga Saptashati
d) Mahabharata
Ans. c
Explanation: Durga Saptashati is derived from the Markandeya Purana, which is one of the 18 major Puranas.
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8. What is the meaning of “Garba” and “Dandiya” dances during Navratri?
a) Celebrating the harvest season b) Commemorating a historic battle c) Expressing devotion to the goddess d) Welcoming the monsoon season
Ans. b
Explanation: Garba and Dandiya are believed to be indicative of the dramatization of the battle between Goddess Durga, the Power of Shakti, and Mahishasura, the demon king.
- How is the last day of Shardiya Navratri known?
a) Dussehra
b) Diwali
c) Holi
d) Raksha Bandhan
Ans. And
Explanation: Dusshera is celebrated at the end of the nine-day Navratri festival which celebrates the victory of good over evil.
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