Brothers give a gift to their sisters during this holiday, and this holiday often marks the beginning of a new year for merchants.
In Nepal, this period is marked by adorning puppies with garlands, and the goddess of death is honored on its fourth day. Some people whitewash their houses during it, and doorways are often decorated with rangolis during this holiday. Brothers give a gift to their sisters during this holiday, and this holiday often marks the beginning of a new year for merchants. Parts of this holiday celebrate Bali's return to rule the earth and the defeat of Naraka, and many people gamble with dice during this holiday. Modern celebrations of this holiday involve many firecrackers, and a special Pooja to Lakshmi is performed during it. Many kandils, or lanterns, are lit during this period. For 10 points, name this Hindu festival during which the goddess of wealth is honored by using lights.
In Nepal, this period is marked by adorning puppies with garlands, and the goddess of death is honored on its fourth day.
Diwali [accept Divali, Deepavali, or Deepawali, accept Tihar on the first sentence]