Diwali is also known as the Festival of Lights.

Diwali is celebrated to mark the birth of Lord Krishna.

Diyas are small oil lamps lit during Diwali.

People burst crackers during Diwali as a tradition.

Diwali is celebrated only in North India.

Cleaning and decorating homes is part of Diwali celebrations.

The goddess Lakshmi is worshipped on Diwali for wealth and prosperity.

Sweets are not a part of Diwali celebrations.

The festival of Dhanteras comes before Diwali.

Fireworks are believed to drive away evil spirits.