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World History: India

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1. The fifth British governor-general in India who conquered much coastal territory in the 1790s. He believed the British presence was a blessing to the locals.






2. Muslim mystics who - influenced by Bhaktis - believed that the soul was in exile from God and longed to return.






3. The 'Foundations' of Islam important to a Muslim's faith: Faith - Prayer Almsgiving (charity) - Fasting - and Pilgrimage (to Mecca).






4. 'The adventures of Rama' (a carnation of Vishnu) is an epic poem describing loyalty and faithfulness.






5. The Shi'a Imam (a leader of sorts) also known as the Hidden Imam who went into hiding in the 10th century. Some believe he will return at the end of time.






6. 'Self-reliance'/'Self-rule'






7. The concept of non-violence and the love within one void of violence.






8. The attempt by Britain to mediate negotiations between major groups-the Muslim League - Congress Party - Unionists - and Sikhs-to form an independent India.






9. 'The Indian Shakespeare -' Who was known for his Sanskrit plays.






10. The act that made India a federation of 11 British states and several hundred Indian ones. A specific number of government positions were reserved for both Hindus and Muslims at any time.






11. The fifth month of the Muslim calendar during which time Muslims fast throughout all of sunlight. It is a test of obedience and self control.






12. A political party in East Pakistan that argued in favor of splitting Pakistan into two autonomous states - east and west. After they won the 1970 elections - violence erupted; they and India supported Bengali rebels against Pakistan which led to war.






13. A Scotsman who helped form the Indian National Congress in 1885 with a number of professional Indians who were educated in English.






14. The idea taught in the Bhagavad Gita - meaning to work according to one's duty but without attachment to the result.






15. The effort of a Muslim to fight against the enemies of Allah - usually an internal struggle - but used in some cases to justify extreme violence and terrorism.






16. Islamic Law - imposed by fundamentalists to support a rigid and uncompromising set of traditions - laws - and beliefs.






17. A man who calls out the five Muslim prayers from minarets.






18. Islamic Law - imposed by fundamentalists to support a rigid and uncompromising set of traditions - laws - and beliefs.






19. An Arab word meaning 'Submission to the will of God' which names the religion founded by Muhammed.






20. A Shi'a ritual of self flagellation and mourning to commemorate the death of Hussein at the hands of Sunnis.






21. The idea of universal tolerance put in place by Akbar which possibly endeared him to non-Muslims but led to him being called a heretic by Muslims.






22. The first prime minister of India. He declared India democratic and secular - with a constitution modeled after Britain's. He governed with socialist policies and maintained neutrality in the Cold War.






23. The 'Foundations' of Islam important to a Muslim's faith: Faith - Prayer Almsgiving (charity) - Fasting - and Pilgrimage (to Mecca).






24. The native soldiers who comprised most of India's army who were responsible for much of the 1857 unrest.






25. 'Forest books' that detail the meaning of fire rituals.






26. The group of people believing in the religion of Hinduism - largely concentrated near the Himalayas.






27. The daughter of Jawaharlal Nehru who became prime minister in 1965. After the Green Revolution and nationalization of industry and business - she declared a state of emergency to imprison political opponents. She was killed by her own bodyguards.






28. 'Something very old -' these are smriti writings that tell the stories of Hindu gods and heroes. These are considered Vedas for the common people because they are easier to understand.






29. The 'greatest leader' of the Marathas Who was somewhat like Robin Hood in his rebellion against Aurangzeb's government.






30. The four stages of life- childhood - youth - middle age - and old age - are marked by these rites of passage performed by the head of the household.






31. The king of Delhi and former Mughal emperor to whom many sepoys pledged allegiance during the rebellion in 1857.






32. Successors of Muhammed who are political and spiritual leaders in Islamic communities.






33. A song - 'Hail to thee - Mother -' written by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee that would become the Congress Party's anthem.






34. 'Pure -' a term for the Sikh religious order established by the Guru Gobind Singh which gave Sikhs a reputation for being formidable warriors.






35. The Shi'a Imam (a leader of sorts) also known as the Hidden Imam who went into hiding in the 10th century. Some believe he will return at the end of time.






36. A Hindu nationalist group in the 1920s that launched the shuddhi movement - an effort to reconvert Muslims back to Hindus.






37. The main god in Hinduism - also referred to as The One - The Ultimate Reality - and The World Soul.






38. An old spiritual leader who - in Hinduism - taught others his wisdom and insights.






39. The grandson of Babur Who is thought of as the Mughal Empire's greatest ruler. The British East India Company was founded at least partially in 1600 to capitalize on the empire's economic success.






40. Muslim mystics who - influenced by Bhaktis - believed that the soul was in exile from God and longed to return.






41. An old spiritual leader who - in Hinduism - taught others his wisdom and insights.






42. The concept of non-violence and the love within one void of violence.






43. The act following the British takeover of India in 1857 that placed a British viceroy in charge with an Indian council of 8-12 members which held no power.






44. The category of Hindu Scriptures that describes 'that which is heard.'






45. The Persian name for the river Sindhu - which later became the name for the people who lived near the river - then anyone not a Muslim - and today anyone believing in Hinduism.






46. The first prime minister of India. He declared India democratic and secular - with a constitution modeled after Britain's. He governed with socialist policies and maintained neutrality in the Cold War.






47. A settlement allowed the British by the Mughal Empire in 1696 originally known as Fort William.






48. The belief that any actions in the mortal life affect the next - be they good or bad. This is especially evident in the belief of reincarnation.






49. The separate country requested by Sikhs in the Punjab - because partition would lead to their political division.

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50. The rulers of the largest Indian dynasty and their greatest ruler - who demonstrated tolerance for other religions and was influenced by Buddhism.