History
Indian leader known worldwide for using nonviolent resistance to fight British rule
Who is Mahatma Gandhi?
Colorful art made on floors during festivals uses rice flour, sand, or flower petals
What is rangoli (or kolam)?
8,848-meter mountain on the Nepal–China border
What is Mt. Everest?
Celebrates the victory of good over evil
What is Diwali?
Clarified butter used in cooking and rituals across South Asia
What is ghee?
Famous 16th century Indian ruler known for religious tolerance and creating a unified administration
Who is Akbar the Great?
Greeting that means "I bow to you"
What is Namaste?
Region shared by India, Pakistan, and China, known for its high mountains and ongoing territorial disputes
What is Kashmir?
Muslim festival that marks the end of Ramadan
What is Eid al-Fitr?
Aamir Khan film about cricket and colonial India that was nominated for an Oscar
What is Lagaan?
Empire that built the world-famous Taj Mahal
What is the Mughal Empire?
Energetic dance style from Punjab
What is Bhangra?
River sacred to Hindus that meets the Yamuna at the Triveni Sangam in Allahabad (Prayagraj)
What is the Ganges (Ganga)?
Tamil harvest festival celebrated in January, known for cooking rice in clay pots
What is Pongal?
Tag-based sport of strength and teamwork; Bangladesh's national game
What is kabaddi?
Traditional medicinal system which emphasizes balance and natural healing, originated in India over 3,000 years ago
What is Ayurveda?
Stringed instrument used in classical music
What is the sitar?
Island country south of India is known for its tea plantations and beaches
What is Sri Lanka?
Celebrated in Sri Lanka and parts of India, this New Year festival is known for water blessings and traditional games
What is Sinhala & Tamil New Year?
Goan dish influenced by Portuguese cuisine, known for its tangy, spicy vinegar-based sauce
What is vindaloo?
Hindu goddess of knowledge, art, and music
Who is Saraswati?
Considered one of the greatest Indian batsmen in cricket history; nicknamed the "Little Master"
Who is Sachin Tendulkar?
The 8 countries that make up what we call "South Asia"
What are Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, the Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Afghanistan?
Hindu diety that Navratri mainly honors
Who is Goddess Durga?
Ancient city on the banks of the Indus River, famous for its grid streets, advanced drainage, and great Bath
What is Mohenjo-Daro?