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Ancient India Study
Ancient India Studying for test
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What was the name of the Aryan language? | Sanskrit |
| What are the Vedas? | 4 sacred texts in Hinduism that describe the caste system, rituals, and hymns. |
| Who is the Buddha and what year was he born? | Siddhartha Gautama; he was born in 563 B.C. |
| After seeing the destruction he caused, what religion did Asoka convert to? | Buddhism |
| Which ruler built the first great Indian empire and when did he become the king of Magadha? | Chandra Gupta I established the Gupta empire and he became the king of Magadha in around 325 B.C. |
| According to the Four Noble Truths, what causes suffering? | According to the Four Noble Truths, desire causes suffering. |
| What beliefs do Hinduism and Buddhism share? | Both Hinduism and Buddhism believe in reincarnation and that living a good life can end suffering. |
| How long did the Gupta Empire last? | 200 years |