Unit 8 South Asia Review

Which parties were involved in the dispute over the territory of Kashmir?

What natural feature serves as a barrier, separating the South Asian subcontinent from the rest of Asia?

By the early 1500s, Muslims had taken control of parts of India and founded the:

Factor contributing to Bangladesh's vulnerability to natural disasters:

What is the primary physiographic region of South Asia located in the northern part?

Which militant group shot Malala Yousafzai in 2012 for advocating girls' education?

What are the languages commonly spoken in Southern India?

During their rule in Afghanistan, what were some restrictions imposed on women by the Taliban?

"Hinduness" as manifested through Hindu nationalism, cultural heritage, and patriotism.

What is the name of the terrorist organization in South Asia known for its global network and operations?

In the caste system, priests and scholars belong to the

Tourism in this South Asian country declined sharply due to a civil war that lasted around 26 years.

Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding a wet monsoon?

The language of the Aryans serves as the foundation for numerous contemporary South Asian languages.

The least populated region of Pakistan, despite its extensive size dominated by deserts.

Who are the Taliban, and what are their key ideological and political goals?

Bangladesh was formerly recognized as East Pakistan until

Who made the first recorded attempt to reach the summit of Mount Everest in 1924?

Who was the first person to successfully reach the summit of Mount Everest?

Indian rulers appointed to authority by the British colonial administration.

Which country recently made a voluntary transition from a monarchy to a democracy after years of autocratic rule?

Socio-political issues in India have historically been characterized by tensions among Hindus, Muslims, and Sikhs.

Where was Siddhartha Gautama, the founder of Buddhism, born?

Many people from lower castes have converted to _____in search of social equality and to escape discrimination

In the caste system, the dalits are alternatively referred to as the

Which country is considered the world's largest secular democracy?

She was the first female prime minister in India

South Asia's dominant physiographic region in the south are

What are the primary principles and teachings that Jainism emphasizes?

Who is considered the creator of the universe according to Hindu beliefs?

How many people practice Hinduism in India?

The group that first settled in Sri Lanka, established an advanced civilization, and became the majority population is:

True or False: India gained independence in 1947, marking the end of British colonial rule.

What is Sharia Law?

What is an example of an archipelago in South Asia?

Which area is contested by China, India, and Pakistan?

The nation most frequented by Everest climbers.

What term is used to describe the 90-year period of British rule in India?

According to Hindu beliefs, who is regarded as the preserver of the universe?

Which country maintains strict regulations on tourism to preserve its culture, traditions, and natural surroundings?

The Sinhalese and Tamils settled in different periods in this South Asian country.

Which term describes a powerful storm that affects countries bordering the Bay of Bengal, particularly Bangladesh?

The primary or core region in Pakistan.

What is the formally recognized state religion of Bhutan?

What is the dominant religion in India?

Which of these systems upheld discrimination based on the belief in reincarnation?

What religion is officially recognized as the state religion of Bhutan?