Ancient Indian History Flashcard

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Who was the founder of the Mauryan Empire?

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Chandragupta Maurya

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Which ancient city is associated with the Indus Valley Civilization?

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Mohenjo-Daro

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What is the ancient language of India that many Hindu scriptures are written in?

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Sanskrit

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Which empire is known for its significant contributions to art, science, and mathematics in ancient India?

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Gupta Empire

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What term refers to objects made by humans, typically an item of cultural or historical interest?

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Artifacts

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Who is the religious figure associated with the founding of Zoroastrianism?

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Zoroaster

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Which group of people migrated into the Indian subcontinent and are known for their influence on Indian culture and society?

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Aryans

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What is the name of the river valley that was home to one of the world's earliest urban civilizations?

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Indus River Valley

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A priest or a teacher and highest position in the Aryan Society is a

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Brahmins

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What is the name of the ancient Indian texts or the "Books of Knowledge"?

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Vedas