Ancient India 2 Word Scramble
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Vocabulary | Definition |
Untouchables | Group considered the lowest in Hindu India |
Brahmins | Group considered the highest in Hinduism |
Hinduism | Aryans and Indigenous people beliefs merged |
Caste System | Rigid Hindu social system |
Ganges | Holy river of India |
Himalayas | Mount Everest is found here |
Varna | Aryan division of four social classes |
Monsoon | Seasonal wind that dominates the Asian climate |
Sanscrit | Ancient language developed by the Aryans. |
Gupta Dynasty | gave their full support to Hinduism |
Brahma | A Hindu diety, he is the creator of the world. |
the Buddha | means "Enlightened One." |
Indus River valley | India's early settlements were here. |
Vedas | ancient collection of sacred verses, hymns, and prayers |
Karma | the consequences of how a person lives his or her life |
Harappans | people who farmed and traded with their neighbors |
Aryans | expert horse riders, they entered India from the north |
Mauryan dynasty | achievements include a well-organized government and a postal system |
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