Ancient India Vocabulary flashcard

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a _______________ is large part of a continent often cut off by natural barriers.

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Subcontinent

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_______________ is a wind pattern that influences the climate and leads to wet and dry seasons.

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Monsoon

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____________ is a collection of religious poems, myths, and hymns that influenced Hinduism.

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Vedas

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_____________ was the social order that has determined one’s place in Indian society

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Caste System

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__________ is  a major world religion that developed in India from the Vedas.

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Hinduism

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__________ means one's spiritual duties.

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Dharma

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____________ is achieved when one is released from the cycle of rebirth.

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Moksha

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____________ is a religion centered around the teachings of the Buddha.

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Buddhism

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___________ a state of peace that is free from suffering and desire. (A state of peace and happiness).

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Nirvana