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Indian Terms
Definition describing culture of India
Term | Definition |
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Hinduism | Major religion of India |
Hindu | A person who follows Hinduism |
Reincarnation | Belief that the soul of a person returns to live in a new body |
Vegetarian | A person doesnt eat meat. |
caste | The belief that the soul of a person position in life is determinded by the group he or she is born into. |
Yoga | A popular form of meditation and excerise used used by Hindus to relax the mind and body |
Hindi | Official language of India |
Rupee | Currency of India |
dhoti | Indian mans trouser that is a long piece of fabric wrapped around the waist and then drawn up between the legs. |
Turban | Wrapped fabric headdress worn by Indian men. |
Shiva | Popular Hindu god who rules over life and death |
Taj Mahal | World famous white marble temple in India noted for its use of balence and symmetry |
Monsoon | The season in india characterized by heavyy rainfall |
Bullock |