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World History: India

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1. 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.






2. 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.






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






4. 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.






5. (d.1530) The first Mughal ruler - an invader from Central Asia - who used technology to defeat the larger armies of India.






6. 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.






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






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






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






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






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






12. The native soldiers who comprised most of India's army who were responsible for much of the 1857 unrest.






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






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






15. 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.






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






17. 'Self-reliance'/'Self-rule'






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






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






20. A Scotsman who helped form the Indian National Congress in 1885 with a number of professional Indians who were educated in English.






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






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






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






24. 'Self-reliance'/'Self-rule'






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






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






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






28. 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.






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






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






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






32. The ancient sages who revealed the gods' revelations to humankind through the shruti.






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






34. 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.






35. 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.






36. 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.






37. The daily worship of a Hindu.






38. 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.






39. 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.






40. The first prime minister of India. He declared India democratic and secular - with a constitution modeled after Britain's. He governed with socialist policies and maintained neutrality in the Cold War.






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






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






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






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






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






46. 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.






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






48. 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.






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






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







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