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World History: India

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1. 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.






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






3. 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.






4. The movement starting in the seventh century to simplify Hinduism into devotion to one personal god.






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






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






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






8. The cube shaped building enshrining a sacred Black Stone around which Hajjis circle as the final destination of their pilgrimage.






9. 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.






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






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






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






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






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






15. 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.






16. 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.






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






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






19. The daily worship of a Hindu.






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






21. The cube shaped building enshrining a sacred Black Stone around which Hajjis circle as the final destination of their pilgrimage.






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






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






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






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






26. The British general and the location of the massacre he ordered of Indian protesters on April 13 - 1919.






27. A Shi'a Muslim who believes that the 12th Imam is a messiah who will return at the end of time.






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






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






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






31. 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.






32. The most recent Shruti texts - these detail teachings of gurus in the form of dialogue with students.






33. The first British governor-general in India who increased British control over the region - yet did not want an English domination.






34. 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.






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






36. Texts describing the routines following a fire ritual.






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






38. 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.






39. 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.






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






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






42. The original followers of Muhammed - today anyone following the religion of Islam.






43. 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.






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






45. 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.






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






48. 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.






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






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