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- Diwali is called the festival of lights.
- This religious festival represents the triumph of good over evil and light over darkness.
- People all over India celebrate Diwali by lighting earthen oil lamps.
- They decorate their houses with rangoli and lights of different colours.
- It is one of the most prestigious festivals celebrated in India.
- It is widely celebrated by people of every religion and caste in India.
- Diwali is celebrated in the honour of the return of Lord Rama after defeating the Lanka king Ravana.
- People worship Lord Ganesha and Goddess Lakshmi in the evening.
- After the prayers, families gather to share gifts and sweets.
- Fireworks and sparklers light up the night sky.