India Vocabulary

a division in Indian society into groups based on a person's birth, wealth or job

• vedas

• nirvana

• astronomy

• caste system

a polytheistic religion, connected to a strict social class system and a belief in reincarnation; the most widespread religion in India today

• Buddhism

• Judaism

• HInduism

• Christianity

a large landmass, smaller than a continent

• Sanskrit

• monsoon

• subcontitnent

• reincarnation

Rigid social structur determining a person's position in society.

• Ranking

• Nirvana

• Caste System

• Nobility

Which ancient Indian language, dating back to 1000 BC, was used to write legends and religious chants?

• Papyrus

• Hieroglyphics

• Sanskrit

• Sudras

an Indian social class whose members are restricted in the jobs they may take and in their association with members of other castes

• Caste

• Vedas

• Sanskrit

• Subcontinent

What is the term for the seasonal wind pattern in South Asia that brings heavy rains?

• A) Cyclone

• B) Monsoon

• C) Hurricane

• D) Tornado

Which river is considered sacred in Hinduism and is the longest river in India?

• A) Yamuna

• B) Godavari

• C) Ganges

• D) Brahmaputra

What is the ancient Indian practice of physical, mental, and spiritual discipline?

• A) Yoga

• B) Ayurveda

• C) Meditation

• D) Tantra

Which Indian festival is known as the Festival of Lights?

• A) Holi

• B) Diwali

• C) Eid

• D) Christmas