Food
This spicy yogurt-based dish from India is made with rice, meat (like chicken or lamb), and is often infused with saffron for color and flavor.
What is biryani?
These regions border Mt. Everest.
What are Nepal and Tibet?
This European power established the first major colonial foothold in South Asia, controlling much of the region from the 17th century until the mid-20th century.
This Indian festival, known for its colorful powder-throwing and celebration of spring, is also called the "Festival of Colors."
What is Holi?
In many South Asian countries, this hand is considered unclean, and the other is traditionally used to accept/give important things or gifts. (bonus 100 if you can explain why!)
What is the left hand? (before toilet paper was commonly used, or in parts today where it is uncommon, you used the left hand to clean up after you went to the bathroom)
This is the most popular soup in South Asia.
What is dal?
The capital of this country is Dhaka, and it is located on the Bay of Bengal, known for its rich textile industry and dense population.
What is Bangladesh?
This famous text, considered one of the longest epics in world literature, tells the story of a prince’s quest to rescue his wife from a demon king.
What is the Ramayana?
This language, spoken in Pakistan and parts of India, shares its script with Urdu and is known for its rich poetic heritage.
What is Punjabi?
A popular street food in India, this dish consists of small, round crispy shells filled with spiced water, potatoes, and chickpeas.
What is pani puri?
This country is known as the "Land of the Thunder Dragon."
What is Bhutan?
This person is the founding president of Bangladesh.
Who is Sheikh Mujibur Rahman?
This color is the most common traditionally worn by Afghani brides.
What is green? (red is also worn, but not as common)
This is a thing commonly associated with South Asia, and the translation of "abode of snow" into Sanskrit.
What is "Himalayas"?
This food is boiled with milk and offered to the gods during the Hindu festival of Pongal.
What is rice?
This is the name of the river that flows along the eastern border of Pakistan and western border of India.
The pheran is the traditional dress of this region of South Asia.
What is Kashmir?
This is the number of Nepali rupees equivalent to a dollar. (within a range of 5 either way)
What is 137? (132-142)
This South Asian city is known for its pav bhaji and vada pav.
What is Mumbai?
These are the three major mountain ranges in South Asia.
What are the Himalayas, Karakorum, and Hindu Kush?
This is the oldest current caste system living in Nepal.
Who are the Newaris/Newars?
This classical Indian dance form, originating from Tamil Nadu, is characterized by intricate footwork and expressive hand gestures.
What is Bharatanatyam?