Religions and Languages of South Asia

The video explores cultural geography, focusing on early civilizations like the Indus Valley. It discusses religious differences in South Asia, highlighting Islam, Hinduism, and Sikhism. The caste system in India and the spread of Buddhism in Sri Lanka are also covered. Additionally, the video examines language families in the region.

Which early civilization is located in modern-day Pakistan?

• Nile Valley

• Mesopotamian

• West African

• Indus Valley

Which countries are highlighted for their religious differences in South Asia?

• India, China, Nepal

• Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives

• Pakistan, Afghanistan, Sri Lanka

• India, Pakistan, Bangladesh

What is the predominant religion in India?

• Christianity

• Buddhism

• Islam

• Hinduism

What historical event is associated with the introduction of the caste system in India?

• The British colonization

• The Mughal Empire

• The Aryan invasion

• The Mauryan Empire

Which country has a majority Buddhist population despite its origin in India?

• Myanmar

• Bhutan

• Nepal

• Sri Lanka

What is the primary reason for the religious majority differences between Pakistan and India?

• Cultural traditions

• Political division along religious lines

• Economic factors

• Geographical barriers

In which region is Sikhism primarily practiced?

• Kashmir

• Punjab

• Rajasthan

• Gujarat

Which language families are predominant in South Asia?

• Sino-Tibetan and Austroasiatic

• Indo-European and Dravidian

• Afro-Asiatic and Niger-Congo

• Uralic and Altaic

Which religion integrates elements from both Islam and Hinduism?

• Jainism

• Buddhism

• Zoroastrianism

• Sikhism

Which language family is shared by languages spoken in both Europe and South Asia?

• Dravidian

• Austroasiatic

• Indo-European

• Sino-Tibetan