Ancient India MV

Hindus and Buddhism believe souls are born/reborn in order to reach Brahman. This is known as

The FIRST invaders of India, who took over the Harappan civilization

The middle way between human desires and denying oneself any pleasure are these steps

This Hindu god is known as the Creator.

A state of perfect peace, which frees a soul from suffering.

India's largest religion

India's first civilization

The 3 major gods of Hinduism

The four varnas, in order from highest class to lowest, are

The Destroyer

Buddhism became popular in India because it did not believe in....

The leader of a small village in India

The social group that is above all others

In the summer, what are the winds that blow into India from the ocean, bringing heavy rains?

Major rivers in India that feed two fertile river valleys.

Indian society is divided into a ______ system, groups based on birth, wealth, and occupation.

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

Marriages in India are often

How long did the prince meditate under a tree by the river?

The Universal Spirit of Hinduism

There are four main_______, or social divisions, in Indian society.

Accepting your place in the world without complaint. Also known as the divine law.

The guiding principles at the heart of the Buddha's teachings

A religion based on the teachings of Mahavira, who believed everyone should avoid violence.

The Enlightened One

India is known as this, for it is separated on all sides by various landforms.

If you are born into a family of servants, you would be a

Located in northern India, these are the highest mountains on Earth.

The common people are known as

What ancient India language is the basis of most Southeast Asian languages today?

The Preserver

Having good karma will bring you salvation, or ______ in Indian.

India is located on this continent

The first Indian civilization, Harappa, developed along this river.