Navratri Quiz - General Knowledge

Free practice quiz: Navratri (General Knowledge). 23 multiple-choice questions with answers and explanations. Play online, no sign-up needed.

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1. Spot the outsider?

   1. Diwali
   2. Navratri
   3. Durga Puja
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   Answer: A. Diwali

   Diwali is a festival of lights, while Navratri and Durga Puja honor Goddess Durga.

2. Which form of Durga holds baby Kartikeya on her lap?

   1. Skandamata
   2. Mahagauri
   3. Katyayani
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   Answer: A. Skandamata

   Skanda is another name for Kartikeya; she is worshipped on day five.

3. What is the worship of young girls on Ashtami or Navami called?

   1. Kanya Puja
   2. Ghatasthapana
   3. Visarjan
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   Answer: A. Kanya Puja

   The girls are honoured as forms of the goddess and served a festive meal.

4. Which scripture tells of Durga's victory over Mahishasura?

   1. Devi Mahatmya
   2. Bhagavad Gita
   3. Ramayana
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   Answer: A. Devi Mahatmya

   It is also known as the Durga Saptashati and is recited during Navratri.

5. Which state is famous for Durga Puja pandals?

   1. West Bengal
   2. Gujarat
   3. Tamil Nadu
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   Answer: A. West Bengal

   Kolkata's Durga Puja is on UNESCO's intangible heritage list.

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