Ramaswamy, currently running for governor of Ohio, was appearing at a Montana State University forum sponsored by Kirk’s own Turning Point USA when an MSU student questioned Ramaswamy’s presence, given TPUSA’s Christian orientation and Ramaswamy’s “polytheistic” faith.

Diwali is the five-day festival of lights, symbolizing the victory of good over evil, knowledge over ignorance and spiritual light over darkness, per the Hindu American Foundation.

Chitragupt Puja holds great importance in Hindu tradition, especially among the Kayastha community. Devotees worship Lord Chitragupt, the keeper of deeds, knowledge, and success in life.

There are many stories and legends about animals in the Hindu religion. Dogs, in particular, are sacred, and killing or mistreating them is considered a sin. In Nepal and parts of India, dogs are even worshiped for one day every year during the Tihar festival.

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President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, and Pakistan Peoples Party Chairperson Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Monday extended warm greetings to the Hindu community in Pakistan and across the world on the occasion of Diwali — the festival of lights symbolising the triumph of good over evil and light over darkness.