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World History: India

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1. Early religious laws of duty in Hinduism that supported the Caste System by saying to not perform mandated duties would upset the universe.






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






3. 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.






4. The majority group of Muslims who believed that Muhammed's successor should be chosen by his followers and the general public.






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






6. The son of Gandhi influenced by capitalism who became prime minister in 1985. He was killed by a Tamil terrorist.






7. 'Tradition' or 'that which is to be remembered -' including the Puranas - Mahabharata and Ramayana.






8. 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.






9. 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.






10. 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.






11. The daily worship of a Hindu.






12. 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.






13. Muhammed's first wife. Their only two sons died - and Muhammed's future marriages yielded no children (ergo no successors.)






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






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






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






17. 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.






18. 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.






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






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






21. The son-in-law (married to Fatimah) of Muhammed that Shi'a Muslims favored to be his successor.






22. 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.






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






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






25. The majority group of Muslims who believed that Muhammed's successor should be chosen by his followers and the general public.






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






27. The son of Gandhi influenced by capitalism who became prime minister in 1985. He was killed by a Tamil terrorist.






28. 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.






29. The Sunni empire to the west of Persia (Iran) which was centralized around Turkey.






30. 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.






31. An organization of independent nations that were formerly British colonies.






32. 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.






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






34. The god of rain Who was of chief importance in Vedism.






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






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






37. Akbar's grandson under whom the Mughal Empire reached the peak of its success. He rebuilt Delhi with walls and waterways and built the Taj Mahal.






38. The holy of book of Islam equivalent to the Bible or Torah. It was written after the prophet Muhammed's death to preserve his teachings.






39. The soul of the individual - which continues to exist through reincarnation.






40. 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.






41. 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.






42. 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.






43. 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.






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






45. The son-in-law (married to Fatimah) of Muhammed that Shi'a Muslims favored to be his successor.






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






47. The holy of book of Islam equivalent to the Bible or Torah. It was written after the prophet Muhammed's death to preserve his teachings.






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






49. 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.






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