History and Culture of South Asia

The video provides an overview of South Asia, covering its geography, early civilizations, and the development of major religions like Hinduism and Buddhism. It discusses the rise and fall of empires such as the Mauryan and Gupta, the influence of Islam, and the Mughal Empire's contributions. The video concludes with the British colonization of India and its path to independence.

Which rivers were crucial for the early civilizations in South Asia?

• Amazon, Nile, and Yangtze

• Indus, Ganges, and Brahmaputra

• Mississippi, Thames, and Seine

• Danube, Volga, and Rhine

What is the primary difference between Theravada and Mahayana Buddhism?

• Theravada rejects reincarnation, while Mahayana accepts it.

• Theravada originated in China, while Mahayana originated in India.

• Theravada is monotheistic, while Mahayana is polytheistic.

• Theravada focuses on meditation, while Mahayana emphasizes rituals.

Who was the founder of the Mauryan Empire?

• Chandragupta Maurya

• Akbar the Great

• Ashoka

• Shah Jahan

What mathematical concepts did the Gupta Empire contribute to?

• Decimal system and zero

• Geometry and trigonometry

• Algebra and calculus

• Statistics and probability

Which empire is known for building the Taj Mahal?

• Mughal Empire

• Mauryan Empire

• Gupta Empire

• Delhi Sultanate

What was the primary religion of the Delhi Sultanate?

• Islam

• Buddhism

• Hinduism

• Sikhism

Who established Sikhism?

• Siddhartha Gautama

• Guru Nanak

• Chandragupta Maurya

• Ashoka

What was the role of the British East India Company in India?

• It was a cultural exchange program.

• It was a religious organization.

• It was a trading company with significant influence.

• It was a military alliance.

What was the Sepoy Mutiny?

• A cultural festival

• A religious ceremony

• A rebellion against British rule

• A trade agreement

Who played a significant role in India's independence movement?

• Alexander the Great

• Genghis Khan

• Napoleon Bonaparte

• Mahatma Gandhi