Did Gandhi believe in peaceful or violent protest, explain.
What is peaceful. He had peaceful protests against the British. He decided to protest by starving himself, because he believed it was a more effective approach.
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Name one of India's emperors.
Who is Babur, Shah Jehan, Akbar.
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When did the first ship come into port?
1608
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What type of government does India have today?
Democracy
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Name two things that hurt India.
No government, damage culture, many people were poor...
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When did India become independent?
1947
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Who built the Taj Mahal and why?
Who is Shah Jehan. He Built the Taj Mahal as a shrine for his wife.
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What were some of India's exports?
Tea, coffee, cotton, jute, diamonds.
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Name two of India's gods.
Shiva, Brahma, Vishnu.
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Name two pros of imperialism.
Made roads, bridges, railroads...
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What was the Salt March?
It was the first march against British rule after the Declaration of Independence. They bought salt with out paying their taxes.
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Who was the Mughal's strongest emporer?
Who is Akbar.
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How many years did the compony last?
274
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Is there still a cast system today, explain.
Legally no, but some people still judge others according to it.
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What happened to India's economy after Britain left, explain.
The economy went decreased. India did not have a strong government, they could no long trade with Britain and most of the citizens were poor.
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How many years was Gandhi in prison for protesting?
What is 7 years.
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What are Indian soldiers called?
Sepoy
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Who was the first governor of the compony?
Sir Thomas Smyth
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Who is India's Prime Minister today?
Manmohan Singh
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When the British left what happened to their relationship with India? Give examples.
They were no longer in contact. India and Britain did not trade with each other or help each other.
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What nickname did Gandhi's followers give him, and what does it mean.
Mahatma. Great Soul.
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What was India's main export?
Diamonds.
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About how many East India Company ships sailed from London?
4,6000
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Who is India's present today?
Pratibha Patil
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Name two laws that were changed/added.
All slave trade and owning was stopped. It was illegal for children to marry. People could no longer marry in change for money. Widows were not forced to remarry.