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Chpt 29sect2
India's People and Economy
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| reincarnation | the belief that the soul of a human being or animal goes through a series of births, deaths, and rebirths |
| caste system | a social hierarchy in which a person possesses a distinct rank in society that is determined by birth |
| joint family system | in India, the custom of housing all members of an extended family together |
| cottage industry | a small scale manufacturing operation using little technology, often located in or near people's homes |
| Hinduism | major religion of India, polytheistic, believes every living thing has a soul, believes in reincarnataion |