Vocab
Subcontinent is
A large part of a continent
What is the ultimate goal of Hinduism?
To recognize this reality and live a life according to this truth, which would reunite the atman with Brahman after death.
War in India located
south Asia.
What was Buddha’s first name
Siddhartha
Why did the Gupta Empire fall?
From invasions by the Huns.
Sanskrit is
An important language of ancient India
What religion has the middle way, the four noble truths, and the eightfold path?
Buddhism
Where did Harappans live
Indus River
What is Buddha’s last name
Guatama
What did people trade in Mohenjo-Daro?
cotton clothing, jewelry, and pottery.
Nirvana is
state of peace that is free from suffering and desire
Who was the founder of Buddhism?
Siddartha Gautama
What is the usual temperature in India?
usually warmer temperatures
Who was the military leader who founded the Maurya
Chandragupta
Karma is
the effect a person’s actions have on their soul
Jainism is
religion founded by India by mahavira
According to Hindu beliefs, what is the invisible energy, force, or spirit that created the universe and is a part of everyone?
Brahman
What does a monsoon bring
warm and dry tempuratures
Which leader expanded the Gupta Empire
Chandra Gupta ll
What was another name for the Dalit
the untouchables
Metallurgy is
The science of working with Metals which was founded in ancient India
Who is the popular Hindu god of new beginnings and the remover of obstacles that also has the head of an elephant?
Ganesha
What was India home to
two different civilizations
Ashoka is
mauryan King who extended his rule across most of India and prioritize the well-being of his people
What was the first public pool named
The great bath