Ancient India Vocabulary

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Rigid social structure determining a person's position in society.

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Caste System

Front

Beloved Hindu God with the head of an elephant

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Ganesha

Front

Which Hindu deity is known as the destroyer?

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Shiva

Front

What is the ultimate goal of life in Hinduism?

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Moksha

Front

The "Varna" system in Hinduism is based on what?

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Occupation

Front

The idea that your actions determine your next life when you are reborn is called?

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Karma

Front

Which ancient Indian language, dating back to 1000 BC, was used to write legends and religious chants?

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Sanskrit

Front

Belief that a person's soul is reborn in a different form after death

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Reincarnation

Front

What is the major religion in India that has many gods, with Brahma being the most important?

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Hinduism

Front

What is the lowest level in the Indian caste system?

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Untouchables