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What was a strange belief in ancient India regarding crossing the seas?
What was a strange belief in ancient India regarding crossing the seas?
- One would lose their religion (correct)
- One would become more prosperous
- One would find a new homeland
- One would gain knowledge
Which ancient civilizations were known for maritime adventures, contrasting with the Indian civilization?
Which ancient civilizations were known for maritime adventures, contrasting with the Indian civilization?
- Romans and Greeks
- Chinese and Japanese (correct)
- Mesopotamians and Egyptians
- Phoenicians and Carthaginians
What led to the decline of the Indus Valley civilization around 1700 BC?
What led to the decline of the Indus Valley civilization around 1700 BC?
- Economic collapse due to trade barriers
- Invasion by foreign armies
- Climate change resulting in drying up of rivers (correct)
- Migration of the population to other regions
Which iconic symbol found on early clay seals of the Indus Valley people later became associated with Hinduism, Jainism, and the German Nazi regime?
Which iconic symbol found on early clay seals of the Indus Valley people later became associated with Hinduism, Jainism, and the German Nazi regime?
Who established the Mughal (Mogul) Empire by sweeping across the Khyber Pass in 1526?
Who established the Mughal (Mogul) Empire by sweeping across the Khyber Pass in 1526?
Which new religion emerged as a result of the interaction between Islam and Hindi during the Mughal Empire?
Which new religion emerged as a result of the interaction between Islam and Hindi during the Mughal Empire?
Who was known for adopting a policy of reconciliation toward the Hindus, showing political genius during the Mughal Empire?
Who was known for adopting a policy of reconciliation toward the Hindus, showing political genius during the Mughal Empire?
Which empire ruled most of the Indian subcontinent for 200 years until its defeat during the War of Independence (Indian Rebellion) of 1857?
Which empire ruled most of the Indian subcontinent for 200 years until its defeat during the War of Independence (Indian Rebellion) of 1857?
What was the significance of the island of Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean?
What was the significance of the island of Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean?
What did Jawaharlal Nehru's quote reveal about the Indian perspective of British colonialism?
What did Jawaharlal Nehru's quote reveal about the Indian perspective of British colonialism?
What term was used by European explorers for the regions they explored in search of riches?
What term was used by European explorers for the regions they explored in search of riches?
Who were the first Europeans to arrive in India, led by Vasco de Gama?
Who were the first Europeans to arrive in India, led by Vasco de Gama?
