Key figures
This Indian American was elected the first female Vice President of the United States.
Who is Kamala Harris?
this event in 2001, led to Indian Americans especially Sikhs and Muslims dealing with more hate crimes.
What is 9/11?
Common name for significant Indian artistic industry.
Bollywood
Foreign Born Indian-Americans
What Act signed by Lyndon B. Johnson abolished the national origins quotas? (Include year)
1965 Immigration Act
This Indian American is the CEO of Google and leader in the tech world.
Who is Sundar Pichai?
From 1920 to 1965, Indian immigration to the U.S. was limited because of this kind of legal restriction.
What are immigration bans or restrictive immigration laws?
Ways Indian-American Organizations promote heritage.
Literature, music and entertainment
What is the most prominent destination in America for Indian Immigrants.
California
These two religious groups were persecuted in India
Sikhs and Muslims
This Indian American comedian is known for his humor to challenge stereotypes and acting career.
Who is Hasan Minhaj?
This wellness practice, coming from India, is now a VERY common activity in the U.S.
What is yoga?
Two most practiced religions in India.
Hinduism and Buddhism
Percentage of Indian-Americans who emphasize their identity as Indian.
75%
These were obtained through family and marriage
Green cards
This Indian actor who challenges traditional Hollywood roles for South Asians. ( was in slum dog millionaire)
Who is Dev Patel?
This stereotype describes minority groups perceived as more successful or educated than average, often applied to Indian Americans.
What is the “model minority” stereotype?
Most celebrated holiday by Indian-Americans
Diwali
The Indian American population increased by this percent over two decades
174%
US v Bhagat Singh Thind
This Indian American surgeon served as the U.S. Surgeon General and advocates for mental health.
Who is Dr. Vivek Murthy?
This Indian immigrant came to the U.S. in 1913 to study agriculture and later fought for citizenship in the Supreme Court.
Who is Bhagat Singh Thind?
Over 70% of Indian Americans have this educational degree or higher.
Bachelor's Degree
This was cited as the most prominent reason for discrimination
Color of skin
Difference between H-1B and F-1 visa
H-1B allowed for skilled workers, and F-1 permitted full-time students