Culture
Why is rangoli considered a traditional Indian art form?
People have created rangoli for thousands of years
For many years, fishermen in Sri Lanka have used a traditional style of catching fish along the coast. Called stilt fishing, fishermen sit for hours on stilts embedded in the coral reefs near the shore. This unusual method does not greatly disturb the fish. By fishing from stilts, more people are able to catch the fish that would normally be frightened away by net fishing from the shore. The life of the stilt fishermen is difficult, with prices for fish often being less than 5 cents. Though the fishing custom was devastated after the 2004 tsunami, the tradition continues today.
This traditional style of fishing is an example of how humans--
adapt to the environment
Which government of South Asia is most similar to the U.S. government?
What is India?
A Bhutanese citizen shall have the right to freedom of thought, conscience and religion. No person shall be compelled to belong to another faith by means of coercion or inducement.
-Article 7 Fundamental Rights, Section 4 of the Constitution of Bhutan
A Bhutanese citizen shall foster tolerance, mutual respect and spirit of brotherhood amongst all the people of Bhutan transcending religious, linguistic, regional or sectional diversities.
Based on the information in the excerpts, how is religion viewed by citizens in Bhutanese society?
Citizens have the right to practice any religion and have a duty to respect the religion of others
How did the event shown in the map most affect the region?
Coastlines along the Indian Ocean experienced a severe tsunami.
How does rangoli reflect the culture of people in India?
It is used to celebrate Indian religious traditions.
How have the monsoon seasons most affected the economic development of Bangladesh?
How has the political development of Pakistan differed from that of India since independence from Britain in 1947?
The Pakistani government has experienced instability and frequent military takeovers
Which characteristic serves as the basis for the political divisions in South Asia?
What is religious differences?
Locate Pakistan
What is #1
Which film production industry in India creates movies that often reflect Indian traditions and Hindu themes?
Bollywood
How do monsoons benefit India?
The rains provide fresh water for drinking and irrigation
Which cultural institution has historically guided the moral and social life for most people in India?
What is Hinduism?
Which number on the map indicates the location of India?
What is #2?
India’s significantly large labor pool helps to contribute to an economy that is characterized by--
service-oriented businesses
Which physical feature has often served as a barrier for trade and travel in South Asia?
The Himalayas
Which geographic factor has most influenced the location of wheat production in India?
Nearness to sources of fresh water
Nineteen killed in Mt. Everest Avalanche
The above headline was most likely the result of which?
What is an earthquake?