6th Grade India: Jan 20-Jan 31

Front

Economics

Back

the study of how individuals, businesses, and societies allocate limited resources to satisfy their needs and wants. It examines production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services.

Front

Monsoon

Back

A seasonal wind pattern that brings heavy rainfall, typically occurring in South and Southeast Asia.

Front

Subcontinent

Back

A large, distinct landmass that is part of a continent but separated by geographical or cultural features.

Front

Harappa

Back

An ancient city of the Indus Valley Civilization, located in present-day Pakistan, known for its advanced urban planning and architecture.

Front

Mohenjo-Daro

Back

Another major city of the Indus Valley Civilization, located in present-day Pakistan, noted for its advanced infrastructure and planning.

Front

Caste System

Back

A rigid social hierarchy in India dividing people into hereditary groups based on occupation and social status.

Front

Karma

Back

A concept in Indian religions like Hinduism and Buddhism, referring to the actions and their consequences, determining one’s future in this life or the next.

Front

Reincarnation

Back

The belief in the rebirth of a soul into a new body after death, prevalent in religions like Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism.