Geography
How did the mountains surrounding the Indus River impact the development of civilization in that region
They protected the civilization from outside invaders
How does the belief in karma impact Hinduism?
Why was the Harappan civilization significant to Indian history?
It was the first permanent agricultural civilization in India.
India has many mathematical and scientific contributions. What does this tell us about Indian civilization?
It was an advanced society with a focus on learning and discovery.
Why are the Vedas particularly important to Hinduism?
They outline several concepts and rituals essential to practicing Hinduism.
What river did the people in Harappa settle near?
The Indus River
What was the relationship between Brahma and the Hindu gods?
He created the Hindu gods.
The Harappan civilization's grid system roads prove what?
Ancient Harappan cities were built around a system of urban planning.
What are achievements of the ancient Harappan civilization?
Sewer system, gridded road systems, and building with bricks
What are the principles of Buddhism?
Desire is the cause of all suffering. There is no deity. People should live by the Eightfold path. Life is dictated by the Four Noble Truths.
How do monsoon winds impact India?
They cause flooding.
What is one difference between Hinduism and Buddhism?
Buddhism has a single founder; Hinduism cannot be traced to one individual.
How does Hinduism support the caste system in India?
Belief in reincarnation gives individuals hope of improving their social standings in future lifetimes.
How did the Harappan civilization advance architecture?
It created the first brick buildings.
Which religion is most closely associated with a rigid caste system?
Hinduism
Know the location of the Ganges River
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How does the Four Noble Truths stance on eliminating suffering impact Buddhists?
It causes Buddhists to focus on the elimination of suffering through the elimination of desire.
Which caste of classical Indian society was considered the highest?
Brahmin
Ancient India made advancements in several areas including...
City planning, medicine, and the concept of zero.
What is one way that Buddhism is unique from other global religions?
It has no deity.
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How did the caste system provide stability in an unstable India?
People did not resist their roles because accepting their caste was part of their religious duties.
What is one way Indian impacted the field of mathematics?
Most mathematicians use Hindu-Arabic numerals.
Which mathematical concept was developed in Ancient India.
Zero.
Karma and Dharma are important elements of what religion?
Hinduism