a belief found in Hinduism and other Indian traditions that a person has a duty or obligation to live an honorable life

ancient Indian traditions and texts that are the foundation of Hinduism

four main social classes of India as described in the Vedas. Based on talents and natural giftedness.

the four basic doctrines, or principles, of Buddhism

the state of gaining spiritual insight and finding universal truth; the goal of Buddhists

a key idea of Buddhism whereby followers should live their lives according to these eight teachings

the religion founded by Siddhartha, which teaches that life brings suffering that one can escape by seeking nirvana through enlightenment

a person who gives up worldly pleasures

Priests, scholars, and teachers

rulers and warriors

merchants, artisans, and farmers

servants and laborers

According to Hindu beliefs, which deity creates the universe?

According to Hindu beliefs, which deity preserves the universe?

According to Hindu beliefs, which deity transforms the universe?

Indian reformers like ______________________ criticized the ideas of hierarchy and discrimination within the caste system because it did not align with Hindu teachings.

Hindus called the soul _________. Certain Hindus view the soul as part of Brahman.

This mountain range forms a rugged barrier between the Indus River valley and Afghanistan

The _____________ Ghats and _______________ Ghats form a "V" around the Deccan Plateau.