ancient india
This river valley civilization was one of the earliest in India.
the indus valley civilization
What mountains are north of India?
The Himalayas
What religion began in ancient India and is still practiced today?
Hinduism
Who started Buddhism?
Siddhartha Gautama
favorite music artists?
drake and malcom todd
This planned city of the Indus Valley had advanced drainage systems.
Mohenjo-daro
What river is very sacred in India?
the ganges river
What is the belief that the soul is reborn into another body?
Reincarnation
what is the main goal in buddhism
to reach nirvana
favorite animal?
snakes
This group of people migrated into India around 1500 BCE and brought the Sanskrit language.
aryans
What desert is in northwest India?
The Thar Desert
What social system divides people into groups based on birth?
The Caste System
what is nirvana
full peace
favorite classes
english and history
What empire controlled much of India around 300 BCE?
The Maurya Empire
What large plateau covers most of southern India?
The Deccan Plateau
In Hinduism, it is believed we can be reincarnated as animals?
yes
What title did Siddhartha Gautama earn after becoming enlightened?
The Buddha
favorite food
ramen
What emperor helped spread Buddhism across India?
Ashoka
What seasonal winds bring heavy rain to India?
Monsoons
What ancient Hindu book contains hymns and prayers?
The Rigveda
What do Buddhists follow to end suffering?
the eightfold path
favorite streamer
joe bartalozzi