Ancient India Concepts

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Subcontinent

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A large landmass that is smaller than a continent, usually separated by a natural barrier like mountains or rivers.

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Monsoon

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Strong winds that sometimes bring heavy rains.

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Harappan Seals

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Marks of people's property and to stamp goods, usually showing pictures of humans or animals.

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Sanskrit

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The language of the Aryan people in ancient India.

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Vedas

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Religious hymns and stories used by the Aryans.

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Caste System

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India's division of people according to birth, wealth, and/or occupation.

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Varnas

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The main four social divisions of the Aryan social structure.

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Hinduism

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The largest religion in India today, based on the Vedic texts.

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Reincarnation

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Process of rebirth.

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Karma

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The effects that good or bad actions have on a person’s soul.