South Asia: History Study Guide

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What is the caste system?

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A social hierarchy in India

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What are the three major historic empires of South Asia?

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Maurya, Gupta, Mughal

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How did colonialism in India limit its economic growth?

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By exploiting resources and suppressing local industries

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What strategy did Mohandas Gandhi use to help gain India’s independence from the British?

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Non-violent resistance

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How did Partition cause conflict among Indian people?

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It led to mass migrations and violence between communities.

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Which religion is most widely practiced in South Asia, and what is one of its beliefs?

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Hinduism - Belief in karma

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According to some historians, what are some possible causes for the decline of the Harappan civilization? Options: Invasion by foreign tribes, Natural disasters, Decline in trade, All of the above

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All of the above

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Which aspects of the Aryan civilization are still seen in some form in modern-day South Asia? Options: Caste system, Democratic governance, Industrialization, Colonial architecture

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Caste system

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Which empire lasted longest and is known for practicing religious tolerance? Options: Mauryan Empire, Gupta Empire, Mughal Empire, Harappans

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Mughal Empire

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Which of the following empires came to an end due to internal conflicts and invasions? Mauryan Empire, Gupta Empire, Mughal Empire, All of the above

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All of the above