South Asian History
What year did India gain Independence?
1947
This round flatbread is cooked in a tandoor.
Naan
This famous mountain range is famous for having the largest mountain in the world
The himalayas
The festival of lights, or other wise known as...
Diwali
This is the most widely practiced religion in South Asia
Hinduism
This famous building in India is known as a symbol of love.
The Taj mahal
This rice dish is often made with spices, meat, or vegetables. It is often made with chicken, and mutton.
Biriyani
This desert lies between India and Pakistan.
The thar Desert
This festival in Sri Lanka celebrates the harvest with dancing, fireworks, and the lighting of lanterns.
Vesak
This religion worships Allah and follows the Quran.
Islam
This country was once called Ceylon.
Sri Lanka
This nepali dumpling is filled with various ingredients like vegetables, minced meat, and spices. It starts with a m.
Momos
This river is the longest and most sacred in India.
The Ganges
This festival, celebrated in Gujarat, features garba and dandiya dances for nine nights.
Navratri
The founder of this religion was born as Prince Siddhartha.
Buddhism
This is the capital of Pakistan.
Islamabad
These fried snacks are triangular and filled with potatoes or meat.
Samosa
This is the smallest country in South Asia.
The maldives
This Punjabi festival celebrates the harvest season.
Baisakhi
This religion was founded by Guru Nanak.
Sikhism
This country was once part of Pakistan before becoming independent in 1971.
Bangladesh
This yogurt-based drink is often consumed in India to cool down on hot days.
This country borders Bhutan, India, and China
Nepal
This Nepali festival honors siblings, with sisters tying a sacred thread called...
This religion teaches nonviolence and reverence/respectfulness for all living beings.
Jainism