Ancient India Vocab

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Living a life of selflessness, respect, and good conduct

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Dharma

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Tribal leader or chief

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Raja

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Upper class of ancient India; priests, teachers, judges, scholars.

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Brahmans

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Unskilled workers

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Sundras

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Commoners: farmers, merchants, artisans

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Vaisyas

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Division of roles, responsibilities, and privileges in a civilization.

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Social Class

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Lowest social class in ancient India; "untouchables"

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Pariahs

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Members of the army, warriors, and rulers

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Kshatriyas

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Worship in Hinduism with rituals and chants

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Upasana

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Book of knowledge in Hinduism

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Vedas