Vocab of India

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Definition of Hinduism?

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An Indian religion and way of life believing in multiple gods.

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Definition of Buddhism

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A religion or philosophy founded by Guatama in northeastern India in the 5th century B.C. Believers seek nirvana.

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Definition of caste?

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The system of dividing society into hereditary classes based on birth.

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Definition of civil disobedience?

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Refusal to obey certain laws or pay taxes/fines as a peaceful protest.

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Definition of a subcontinent?

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A large, distinguishable part of a continent.

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Definition of a monsoon:

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A seasonal wind in South and Southeast Asia, blowing southwest (May-Sept) bringing rain or northeast (Oct-Apr).

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Definition of Islam

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The religion of Muslims, a monotheistic faith revealed through Muhammad as the Prophet of Allah.

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Definition of reincarnation?

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Rebirth of a soul in a new body.

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Definition of Karma?

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Your actions in this life impact your next life.

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Definition of nirvana:

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Reaching enlightenment with no suffering, desire, or sense of self, freeing the subject from Karma and the cycle of death and rebirth.