Diwali
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Diwali, also called Deepavali or Dipavali, is one of the major festivals of Hindus. It is called the festival of light. During this festival, people light up their houses and shops. Public buildings and streets are also brightly lit up. During this festival, people worship god Ganesha and goddess Lakshmi, to signify the victory of good over evil.
This festival is celebrated in the Hindu month of Kartik. The month of Kartik falls sometime during the months of October-November. It is celebrated to mark the return of Lord rama from 14 years of exile when he killed the demon Ravana.Diwali is celebrated for five consecutive days at the end of Hindu month of Ashwayuja. It usually occurs in October/November, and is one of the most popular and eagerly awaited festivals in India. Diwali comes exactly twenty days after Dussehra. Hindus, and Sikhs alike regard it as a celebration of life and use the occasion to strengthen family and social relationships. For Hindus it is one of the most important festivals, and beginning of the Hindu year. Hindus celebrate Diwali to mark the time when Lord Ram achieved victory beating Ravana. It is also a significant festival for the Sikh faith. It is celebrated by letting of firecrackers by children to really light up the whole of India. It is celebrated not only in India but also abroad.
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