1.3 World History Flashcards
What was the impact of Hindu and Muslim interactions in South Asia?
The mixing of different religions and cultures led to lots of exciting changes in how people thought about religion, politics, money, art, and building design, even though there were sometimes conflicts.
Where was Buddhism notably present in South Asia?
Buddhism was prominent in the Sinhala dynasties and in the great kingdoms of Southeast Asia.
What was the significance of the Gupta Dynasty, and what happened after its collapse?
The Gupta Dynasty marked the end of the Classical Era of Indian history. After its collapse South Asia experienced disunity for nearly 1,000 years.
How did political structures differ between Northern and Southern India?
Northern and Southern India developed separate political structures, with Southern India being more stable compared to the North.
What was the Chola Dynasty, and what was its significance?
The Chola Dynasty was a prominent kingdom in Southern India that ruled for over 400 years (850-1267) and extended its influence to Ceylon (modern-day Sri Lanka) in the 11th century.
How did Hinduism contribute to cultural unity in South Asia despite political disunity?
Hinduism provided cultural unity through shared scriptures and core beliefs, even as political structures were fragmented.
How did local faith traditions interact with broader religious practices in South Asia?
Many people mixed their own local beliefs with the main Hindu writings and ideas that everyone respected in the area.
What does “Vijayanagara” mean?
“the victorious city”
How did political structures in Northern India differ from those in Southern India?
Northern India experienced more upheaval and had many Hindu Rajput kingdoms that were often at war with each other, leading to a lack of centralized government.
How did Islamic invasions impact Northern India in the 8th and 11th centuries?
In the 8th century, Islamic armies invaded Pakistan but made little impact. In the 11th century, they stole from Hindu temples and Buddhist places, which made the local people very angry.
What was the Delhi Sultanate, and how long did it rule?
The Delhi Sultanate was an Islamic empire that ruled Northern India from the early 13th century to the 16th century.
What was one reason some Hindus resented the Delhi Sultanate?
Many Hindus resented the Delhi Sultanate because it imposed a tax called the jizya on all non-Muslims.
What were some challenges faced by the Delhi Sultanate in governing?
The Delhi Sultanate had a hard time ruling well because it didn’t have a good system for managing the government and India was so big and different in many ways.
What were the main religions practiced in South Asia before the arrival of Islam?
Most South Asians practiced Hinduism, while a smaller number followed Buddhism.
How do Hinduism and Islam differ in their beliefs about gods?
Hindus pray to many gods, while Islam believes in only one god (monotheism).
