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The determining factor for jati classification was _________
The determining factor for jati classification was _________
their occupation
What are the two main reasons the Aryans and the Dravidians were in frequent conflict?
What are the two main reasons the Aryans and the Dravidians were in frequent conflict?
resources and land
What did the Aryans call their governing leader?
What did the Aryans call their governing leader?
Raja
Some smaller, subordinate ________ continued to exist even after Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro collapsed.
Some smaller, subordinate ________ continued to exist even after Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro collapsed.
Caste distinctions were based primarily on _________
Caste distinctions were based primarily on _________
The Upanishads were __________
The Upanishads were __________
The Aryan god Varuna presided over ______
The Aryan god Varuna presided over ______
What are some characteristics of the Aryans after the decline of Harappan society?
What are some characteristics of the Aryans after the decline of Harappan society?
The land of the Harappans experienced the erosion of top soil and reduced amounts of rainfall due to ________
The land of the Harappans experienced the erosion of top soil and reduced amounts of rainfall due to ________
Items acquired from Mesopotamia by Harappan traders included ______
Items acquired from Mesopotamia by Harappan traders included ______
What kind of government did the Aryans maintain?
What kind of government did the Aryans maintain?
Which of the following statements about the Nile River and the Indus River are correct? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following statements about the Nile River and the Indus River are correct? (Select all that apply)
Social mobility within the caste system could occur if people _________
Social mobility within the caste system could occur if people _________
What does the word Veda mean?
What does the word Veda mean?
The name of the Upanishads comes from a term meaning 'a sitting in front of' which refers to ________
The name of the Upanishads comes from a term meaning 'a sitting in front of' which refers to ________
In trades with other peoples, the Harappan people offered __________
In trades with other peoples, the Harappan people offered __________
The Aryan god of war and weather was _______
The Aryan god of war and weather was _______
What are 2 likely reasons for the decline of Harappan society?
What are 2 likely reasons for the decline of Harappan society?
When the Aryan people began to cultivate _______, instead of wheat and barley, their population increased.
When the Aryan people began to cultivate _______, instead of wheat and barley, their population increased.
The higher goal for the Upanishad believers was for the individual soul to escape the physical world by _______
The higher goal for the Upanishad believers was for the individual soul to escape the physical world by _______
The Upanishad idea that after individuals die, their souls go temporarily to the World of Fathers and return to earth in a new form is known as ________
The Upanishad idea that after individuals die, their souls go temporarily to the World of Fathers and return to earth in a new form is known as ________
The authors of the Upanishads wrote that the believer achieved moksha, a deep and dreamless sleep, by practicing ________
The authors of the Upanishads wrote that the believer achieved moksha, a deep and dreamless sleep, by practicing ________
Expulsion from one's caste or jati could result in ________
Expulsion from one's caste or jati could result in ________
Because the Upanishads believed in respect for all living things, many Indians adopted
Because the Upanishads believed in respect for all living things, many Indians adopted
Which of the following were not a feature of the cities of Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro?
Which of the following were not a feature of the cities of Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro?
In what form are most of the surviving examples of Harappan writing?
In what form are most of the surviving examples of Harappan writing?
As they settled into a more permanent, agricultural lifestyle, the Aryans dropped the ________ form of political organization that they had brought with them into India.
As they settled into a more permanent, agricultural lifestyle, the Aryans dropped the ________ form of political organization that they had brought with them into India.
The Aryans used horses primarily for ______
The Aryans used horses primarily for ______
Which of the following prompted the refinement in social distinction that developed into the caste system?
Which of the following prompted the refinement in social distinction that developed into the caste system?
After the decline of Harappan civilization, farmers in the Indus Valley continued to cultivate wheat, barley, and _______
After the decline of Harappan civilization, farmers in the Indus Valley continued to cultivate wheat, barley, and _______
Trade, travel, and communication among the cities of Harappan society were made easier by the ______
Trade, travel, and communication among the cities of Harappan society were made easier by the ______
Which of the following features have not been identified in archaeological excavations of Harappan houses of the wealthy?
Which of the following features have not been identified in archaeological excavations of Harappan houses of the wealthy?
Who was Manu?
Who was Manu?
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Study Notes
Jati and Caste System
- Jati classification was determined primarily by occupation.
- Caste distinctions were based on occupation and societal roles.
- Social mobility within the caste system was possible through relocation and new occupations.
Aryans and Dravidians
- Frequent conflicts between Aryans and Dravidians stemmed from competition for resources and land.
- Aryans were nomadic, herding animals while establishing multiple decentralized chiefdoms.
Governance and Society
- Aryan leaders held the title "Raja."
- After the collapse of Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro, smaller, subordinate cities persisted.
Religious Texts and Beliefs
- The Upanishads are collections of religious writings from the Vedic age that highlight spiritual discussions.
- The term "Veda" translates to wisdom and knowledge, emphasizing its significance to priests.
- Key belief included achieving moksha, or liberation, through unity with the universal soul.
Environment and Agriculture
- Deforestation led to erosion of topsoil and reduced rainfall affecting the Harappans.
- Harappan trade included items like wool, leather, and olive oil from Mesopotamia.
- After the decline of Harappan society, agriculture continued with crops like rice and cotton.
Rivers and Agriculture
- Egyptian society relied heavily on the Nile River; Harappan society depended on the Indus River.
- Both rivers were essential for agriculture, enabling the growth of civilizations.
Cultural Practices
- Respect for living beings led many Indians to adopt vegetarianism.
- Expulsion from one's caste could result in community shunning.
Decline of Harappan Civilization
- Decline likely caused by ecological degradation and natural disasters.
- Indus River facilitated trade, travel, and communication among Harappan cities.
Archeological Insights
- Remaining evidence of Harappan writing is primarily found in seals.
- Features not found in Harappan cities include palaces and religious shrines.
Manu's Significance
- Manu is a significant figure in Hindu tradition, often associated with laws and societal norms.
Miscellaneous Facts
- Aryan god Varuna oversaw morals, ethics, and virtues; Indra was the god of war and weather.
- The Upanishads introduced concepts such as samsara, the cycle of rebirth after death, and the importance of meditation for spiritual growth.
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