Ancient India 2023-24

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What medical invention did the people of ancient India develop?

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Inoculations - a method of introducing a vaccine into the body to develop immunity against diseases.

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Early India started as a divided__________

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City State - a small independent country consisting of a city and its surrounding territory.

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What type of government was used in Ancient India?

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Monarchy - a form of government where a single person, the monarch, rules the state.

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What geographical feature makes India a subcontinent?

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Himalayas - a major mountain range in Asia, separating the plains of the Indian subcontinent from the Tibetan Plateau.

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How was power given in Ancient India?

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Through a dynasty - a sequence of rulers from the same family.

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What is the significance of the Indus River Valley in ancient India?

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It was one of the world's earliest urban civilizations, known for advanced city planning and architecture.

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What role did trade play in ancient Indian society?

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Trade facilitated cultural exchange and economic prosperity, connecting India with other civilizations.

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What is the caste system in ancient India?

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A social hierarchy that divided people into different groups based on occupation and social status.

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Who were the Maurya and Gupta Empires?

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Two significant empires in ancient India known for their contributions to art, science, and governance.

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What is the importance of the Vedas in ancient Indian culture?

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The Vedas are ancient sacred texts that form the foundation of Hindu philosophy and rituals.