Diwali is one of the most popular festival that is celebrated in the Hindu religion. The name of the festival comes from the Sanskrit word deepavali, meaning row of lights, therefore, we call it the Festival of lights. This festival of Diwali extends over five days, and it celebrates the victory of good over evil, light over darkness and knowledge over ignorance. The date of diwali is set by the Hindu calendar and it varies in the Western calendar. It usually falls between October or November.

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