State-Building and Culture in South and Southeast Asia

The video explores state-building and cultural developments in South and Southeast Asia. In India, Hindu kingdoms remained influential despite Muslim rule in the north. The Delhi Sultanate's attempts to expand south led to the establishment of the Vijayanagara Empire. Hindu beliefs, including samsara, moksha, and karma, are explained, along with the caste system. Cultural exchanges with the Middle East enriched Indian intellectual contributions. In Southeast Asia, Hinduism and Buddhism spread through trade, with kingdoms like Majapahit and Khmer flourishing. Islam also gained a presence due to trade routes.

Which empire was established by two brothers who reverted to Hinduism after leaving the Delhi Sultanate?

• Gupta Empire

• Chola Empire

• Vijayanagara Empire

• Maurya Empire

What is the ultimate goal of the atman in Hindu belief?

• To achieve nirvana

• To become one with Brahman

• To accumulate wealth

• To serve the gods

What is the term for the Hindu cycle of life, death, and rebirth?

• Samsara

• Moksha

• Atman

• Karma

Which movement in the 12th century emphasized emotional devotion to one god?

• Bhakti Movement

• Sufi Movement

• Jain Movement

• Buddhist Movement

What was the impact of the caste system on Indian society?

• It led to cultural stability

• It abolished religious practices

• It promoted social mobility

• It encouraged economic equality

What was a significant cultural exchange between India and the Middle East?

• Spread of Christianity

• Development of sculpture

• Advances in astronomy

• Trade of spices

Which kingdom in Southeast Asia was known for controlling sea routes and was based on the Island of Java?

• Khmer Empire

• Ayutthaya Kingdom

• Srivijaya Empire

• Majapahit Kingdom

What was the primary religion of the Majapahit Kingdom?

• Hinduism

• Buddhism

• Christianity

• Islam

Which empire in Southeast Asia flourished due to its irrigation and drainage systems?

• Ayutthaya Kingdom

• Srivijaya Empire

• Majapahit Kingdom

• Khmer Empire

Which religion was introduced to Southeast Asia primarily through trade?

• Hinduism

• Buddhism

• Islam

• Christianity