Multiple choice general knowledge culture _____________ is also referred to as the ‘festival of colours’. Diwali Holi Dusshera Ganesh Chathurthi Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself B Correct answer Explanation Holi is known as the 'festival of colours' because participants throw colored powders (gulal) and water at each other. Diwali is the festival of lights, Dusshera celebrates victory of good over evil, and Ganesh Chaturthi celebrates Lord Ganesha.