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Diwali is often associated with the legendary return of Lord Rama to his kingdom of Ayodhya after defeating the demon king Ravana, as narrated in the ancient Hindu epic, the Ramayana. This connection between Diwali and Lord Rama is one of the most widely celebrated and well-known aspects of the festival.
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