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World History: India

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






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






3. A religion with many gods (polytheistic) which focuses primarily on the god Brahman. It has no one holy book - but many.






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


5. 'Self-reliance'/'Self-rule'






6. 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.






7. 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.






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






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






10. 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 -






11. 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.






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






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






14. 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.






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






16. 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.






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






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






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






20. The Muslim empire beginning in the 1500s that created essentially India as it is known today.






21. 1. To establish a free and united India - hopefully within the Commonwealth. 2. To create an interim government to assist the Viceroy until independence.






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






23. 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.






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






25. '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.






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






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






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






29. '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.






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






31. The lowest level within the Caste System - these people are the poorest and least educated in India.






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






39. 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.






40. 'Self-reliance'/'Self-rule'






41. Texts describing the routines following a fire ritual.






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






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 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)






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






46. 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.






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






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


49. The son of Babur who helped to create the Mughal Empire through conquest.






50. 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.