Adolf Hitler's Rise to Power

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When did Adolf Hitler join the Deutsche Arbeiterpartei (DAP)?

Adolf Hitler joined the Deutsche Arbeiterpartei (DAP) in September 1919.

What was the new name of the DAP after it renamed itself in 1920?

The DAP renamed itself to the Nationalsozialistische Deutsche Arbeiterpartei – NSDAP (National Socialist German Workers' Party, commonly known as the Nazi Party).

What event in 1923 is often referred to as the Beer Hall Putsch?

The coup attempted by Hitler and his supporters in Bavaria in 1923 is often referred to as the Beer Hall Putsch.

What did Hitler write during his time in prison?

During his time in prison, Hitler wrote Mein Kampf, which became the vade mecum of National Socialism. Signup and view all the answers

How did Hitler switch tactics after being released from prison?

After being released from prison, Hitler switched tactics and opted to instead seize power through legal and democratic means. Signup and view all the answers

Match the following locations with their characteristics:

Chintpurni, Himachal Pradesh = Home to the Maa Chintpurni Temple Shiwalik range = Where Chintpurni is located Shaktism tradition = Related to the legend behind the Shakti Peetha Chhinnamastika shakti peeth = Housed in the Chintpurni temple Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their meanings:

Shakti Peethas = Sacred sites associated with the goddess Sati Tandava = The dance of destruction performed by Lord Shiva Chhinnamasta Devi = The severed-headed goddess Vishnu = Lord who severed the body of Maa Sati into 51 pieces Signup and view all the answers

Match the following statements with their meanings:

The elevation of Chintpurni is about 977 meters. = Chintpurni's height above sea level Sati's head fell at Chintpurni. = Belief about one of the 51 Shakti Peethas Chintpurni lies within the Shiwalik range. = Geographical location of Chintpurni Chintpurni is a major pilgrimage site. = Significance of Chintpurni as a religious destination Signup and view all the answers

Match the following beliefs with their descriptions:

Legend of Chhinnamasta Devi = Part of the Shaktism tradition in Chintpurni Legend of the Shakti Peetha = Story of the self-immolation of goddess Sati Belief in scattered body parts of Sati becoming sacred sites = Explanation for the existence of Shakti Peethas Interpretation of Chhinnamasta as severed-headed one and foreheaded-one = Meaning attributed to Chhinnamasta in Chintpurni Signup and view all the answers

Match the following entities with their associations:

Maa Chintpurni Temple = Located in Chintpurni, Himachal Pradesh Chhinnamastika shakti peeth = Housed in the Chintpurni temple Lord Vishnu = Severed the burning body of Maa Sati into 51 pieces Chintpurni genealogy registers = Kept at Maa Chintpurni Temple Signup and view all the answers

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