India

What is the capital of India?

• Mumbai

• New Delhi

• Kolkata

• Chennai

Which mountain range separates northern and southern India?

• Aravalli Range

• Vindhya Mountain Range

• Western Ghats

• Eastern Ghats

During which empire did the Golden Age of India occur?

• Maurya Empire

• Gupta Empire

• Mughal Empire

• British Empire

What was one of the main strategies used by Mahatma Gandhi in India's independence movement?

• Violent protests

• Nonviolent resistance

• Military coup

• Diplomatic negotiations

Which river is considered sacred to Hindus in the northern region of India?

• Yamuna River

• Brahmaputra River

• Ganges River

• Godavari River

Explain how the building of temples and monasteries in southern India influenced other cultures.

• It led to the spread of architectural styles and religious practices.

• It caused conflicts with neighboring regions.

• It resulted in the decline of local traditions.

• It isolated the region from external influences.

Describe the impact of the British Empire on India's path to independence.

• It unified India under a single government.

• It delayed India's independence by strengthening local rulers.

• It led to the rise of nationalist movements and efforts toward independence.

• It improved India's economy and infrastructure.

Identify the major religion in India and its sacred text.

• Islam; Quran

• Christianity; Bible

• Hinduism; Vedas

• Buddhism; Tripitaka

What is the significance of Diwali in Indian culture?

• It marks the beginning of the harvest season.

• It is a festival celebrating the victory of light over darkness.

• It commemorates the birth of Mahatma Gandhi.

• It is a day for fasting and prayer.

Which empire was founded by Babur in 1526?

• Gupta Empire

• Mughal Empire

• Maurya Empire

• British Empire