12 Questions
What was a strange belief in ancient India regarding crossing the seas?
One would lose their religion
Which ancient civilizations were known for maritime adventures, contrasting with the Indian civilization?
Chinese and Japanese
What led to the decline of the Indus Valley civilization around 1700 BC?
Climate change resulting in drying up of rivers
Which iconic symbol found on early clay seals of the Indus Valley people later became associated with Hinduism, Jainism, and the German Nazi regime?
Swastika
Who established the Mughal (Mogul) Empire by sweeping across the Khyber Pass in 1526?
Babur
Which new religion emerged as a result of the interaction between Islam and Hindi during the Mughal Empire?
Sikhism
Who was known for adopting a policy of reconciliation toward the Hindus, showing political genius during the Mughal Empire?
Akbar
Which empire ruled most of the Indian subcontinent for 200 years until its defeat during the War of Independence (Indian Rebellion) of 1857?
Mughal (Mogul) Empire
What was the significance of the island of Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean?
It was a British territory with an important military base.
What did Jawaharlal Nehru's quote reveal about the Indian perspective of British colonialism?
Resentment towards being colonized by the British.
What term was used by European explorers for the regions they explored in search of riches?
Indies
Who were the first Europeans to arrive in India, led by Vasco de Gama?
Portuguese
Test your knowledge about the Indian civilization's lack of maritime adventures compared to Chinese and Japanese explorers, as well as the beliefs regarding crossing seas in ancient India. Explore the historical influences behind Indian presence in different regions.
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