Which God is also worshipped in addition to the goddess Durga?
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Lord Vishwakarma
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Lord Shiva
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Lord Vishnu
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Lord Ganesha
What is the traditional name for large bamboo swings built during Dashain?
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Linge Ping
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Kho-Kho
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Kite
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Dandi Biyo
Seventh day is also known for a special tradition called..........?
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Indra Jatra
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Phulpati
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Laxmi Puja
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Ghode Jatra
What two main ingredients is mix to make Tika ?
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Saffron & Barley
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Red Powder(Abir) & Rice
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Red powder(Abir) & yoghurt
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Yoghurt & Rice
Which of the following is not a form of goddess Durga worshipped during the nine days of navaratri?
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Brahmacharini
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chandraghanta
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Saraswati
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Shailaputri
Which animal is traditionally sacrificed during Dashain festival to appease the goddess Durga?
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Cow
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Elephant
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Chicken
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Goat
What is the eighth day of dashain called?
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Kojagrat Purnima
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Ghatasthapana
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Maha-Nawami
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Maha-Astami
During which month, according to the Bikram Sambat calender does Dashain usually fall?
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Ashwin/Kartik
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Mangsir
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Asar
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Baisakh
What is the cultural significance of flying kites during Dashain?
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To celebrate the harvest season
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To promote friendly competition
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To attract tourists yo nepal
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To mark the end of monsoon season
What is Jamara,which is given with Tika during Dashain?
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A type of flower
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Sprouted barley or maize
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A type of colored rice
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A sweet dish
