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World History: India

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1. The man to whom Jews - Christians and Muslims all trace their lineage. (Jews to his son Isaac - Muslims to his son Ishmael) He is key in the Old Testament and Koran.






2. The Shi'a government established by Azeri conquerors in Iran.






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






4. A sacred text included in the Mahabharata - This is spoken by Krishna and describes the meaning of life and nature of the indestructible soul.






5. The 622 'departure' of Muhammed and his followers to the city of Medina in order to escape persecution within their tribe.






6. '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.






7. 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.






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 man to whom Jews - Christians and Muslims all trace their lineage. (Jews to his son Isaac - Muslims to his son Ishmael) He is key in the Old Testament and Koran.






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 Arabic word for 'God' and in Islam - the One Almighty God - who spoke to Muhammed.






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






13. A popular form of scripture in the form of devotional songs - these are of the love between personal gods and a person. These are commonly recited in temples.






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






15. Texts describing the routines following a fire ritual.






16. Ali's son who led the Shi'a Muslims in an act of defiance to the Sunni caliph. All 72 of them died.






17. Disciples of the Guru Nanak - often peaceful farmers - who did not believe in the Caste System and emphasized ethics.






18. 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.






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






20. A popular form of scripture in the form of devotional songs - these are of the love between personal gods and a person. These are commonly recited in temples.






21. 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.






22. 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.






23. The leader of the Muslim League Who was educated in law in London. After trying to cooperate with the Congress Party - he pursued an independent Pakistan.






24. 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.






25. The killings by which a family can seek revenge for inter-caste relationships and marriages - still common today.






26. Laws from WWI which were extended beyond 1918 - these allowed people to be arrested and detained without charges or trials.






27. The Hindu system of societal classes determined by fate. From birth until death - people are stuck in a single social an economic class.






28. 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.






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






30. A young Englishman who defeated the French in battle over which country would hold greater economic control in India.






31. The political organization of Muslims in India formed in 1906 to protect their rights.






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






33. Laws from WWI which were extended beyond 1918 - these allowed people to be arrested and detained without charges or trials.






34. 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.






35. A young Englishman who defeated the French in battle over which country would hold greater economic control in India.






36. The oldest and primary Hindu scriptures - these include hymns and chants - a guide to rituals - a source of information on magic - and musical notes.






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






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






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






40. A city 200 miles north of Mecca and site of Muhammed's Hjira.






41. This man - the seventh reincarnation of Vishnu - was sent to eliminate evil forces in the world and was the ideal ruler in Hinduism.






42. 'Reaching for the Truth' Acts of non-violent civil disobedience advocated by Gandhi as the best and most ethical means of dealing with a hostile government.






43. The longest known epic poem - this tells the story of two warring families and emphasizes the relationship between humankind and the gods.






44. The ideal (especially in religion) that a group should revert to traditional values and customs and follow a rigid or literal understanding of texts like the Bible or Koran.






45. The daily worship of a Hindu.






46. 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.






47. 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.






48. The killings by which a family can seek revenge for inter-caste relationships and marriages - still common today.






49. 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.






50. A pamphlet written by Choudhary Rahmat Ali - an Indian Muslim in England - in 1932. It called for a Pakistan independent from India.

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