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World History: India

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






2. The only country on Earth officially sponsoring the religion of Hinduism.






3. A BEIC trading center on the Ganges where angry sepoys rebelled against the British - killing all the men - and capturing women and children. When a British army came to rescue them - the women and children were also killed.






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






5. The law that newly allowed Indian council members to legislate. However - the viceroy could still strike down any proposition. The act also recognized the concept of separate electorates for Hindus and Muslims as valid.






6. 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.






7. The holy city of Islam and destination of a Muslim's Haj - or pilgrimage.






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






9. The date of Pakistani/Indian independence from Britain. Pakistan and India became different countries within the Commonwealth.






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






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






12. The release from material existence and unity with Brahman that is the ultimate goal of a Hindu's life.






13. August 6 - 1946 - a day of protest organized by Jinnah's Muslim League to show Muslims' disapproval of Congress. It led to catastrophic violence on both sides.






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






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






16. A BEIC trading center on the Ganges where angry sepoys rebelled against the British - killing all the men - and capturing women and children. When a British army came to rescue them - the women and children were also killed.






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






18. 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.






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






20. The act that extended the voting population of India to 10% of adult males and formalized separate electorates for different racial and social groups.






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






22. A prophet in a long line of Islamic prophets who holds a somewhat divine status. He was an Arab merchant who declared himself the Prophet of Allah and urged his people to join him in recognition of this God in the sixth century BCE.






23. '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.






24. 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.






25. 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.






26. Two ancient Indian cities from 4000 years ago which were planned around a grid. Residents were very technologically advanced.






27. 'Self-reliance'/'Self-rule'






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






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






30. The release from material existence and unity with Brahman that is the ultimate goal of a Hindu's life.






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






32. A man sent by the British government in 1942 to gather support for the British war effort who proposed independence and a constitutional convention in return for help. (the plan fell apart)






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






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






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






36. The religion of early Indo-European settlers in the Punjab. Also known as Brahmanism - it would come to evolve into modern Hinduism.






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






38. 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.






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






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






41. Ruling from 1658-1707 - Shah Jahan's son was the longest ruling Mughal and a strict Muslim. He appointed censors and disallowed immoral behavior and reimposed the jizya. After his death - the empire was fought over by potential successors.






42. A tax paid to avoid military service - this was imposed on all non-Muslims in Sind (NW India) by Muhammed ibn Qasim - though they had freedom to practice Buddhism or Hinduism.






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






44. A governor general appointed by Britain in March 1947 who tried to avoid civil war in India by setting August 15 as the day of independence. After the secret borders were unveiled - massive exoduses of people to their 'respective' nations occurred -






45. The minority group of Muslims largely concentrated in Iran and southern Iraq who believed that Muhammed's successor should be a member of his family - Ali in particular.

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46. 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.






47. 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.






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






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