Eras
Independence
Religion
Geography
100
Which empire was in charge when the British started to take power in the indian region?
Mughal Empire
100
Who is Mahatma Gandhi?
Social activist for Indian Independence from Britain
100
Define Polythesim
Belief in and worship of many gods
100
Name two places India traded with before the Columbian Exchange started to dominate global trade in the 1500s.
Britain, China, Persian Empire, Roman Empire, African nations/empires, France, Greeks, Silk Road trade, etc. Modern day Israel and Iraq.
200
Why is the Gupta empire known as the Golden Age of early Indian history?
Many artistic and scientific discoveries and developments during this time.
200
Name two reasons Indians wanted independence from the British
Unfair taxes, social hierarchy put british at the top, unfair laws, use of force to stop protests, protect trade and economic interests
200
Define Henotheism
Belief in one god, but acknowledge other gods. Or, out of a religion with many gods, a henotheist worships one in particular.
200
India has the second largest __________________ of any country in the world today.
population
300
Name two major social developments that started in the Vedic Age
Hinduism, Caste System, gender inequality
300
Name two methods used by Indians to win Independence
Non violent protest, passive resistance, boycott of british goods (marches, protests, The Salt March)
300
Name three religions that were founded in India
Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism, Jainism,
300
Which letter represents the Indus Valley Civilization?
C
400
Name two big accomplishments/inventions of the Indus Valley Civilization
Plumbing, sewer systems, standard weights and measurements, trade, planned cities, walls
400
What was Partition? What were some the results of Partition?
The division of India into India and Pakistan in 1947, as the nation became independent. Resulted in violence and many refugees, and ongoing conflicts over the borders.
400
What is Dharma?
Concept of duty and fulfilling your role in society, by fulfilling your role you create good karma and will be reincarnated favorably
400
Pakistan is a majority ________________ country.
Muslim
500
What is Emperor Asoka known for?
Unifying India, becoming a buddhist and spreading buddhism, tolerated other religions, mauryan emperor, pillars
500
Who is Nehru?
Social Activist for Indian Independence and the first prime minister of Independent India
500
What is sanskrit?
Sacred language used in hinduism and buddhism, language from the Vedas
500
Why was India such an important colony for Britain?
Rich natural resources, very large, good place for trade with South Asia and China, made them a lot of money