Chapter 6 Key Issue 4 Flashcards
What were afghans reaction to the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan in 1996?
The welcomed the Taliban
Participation in global _____ and _____ can expose those in LDCs to ____ and _____ of those in MDCs
Economy
Culture
Values
Beliefs
Taliban imposed very strict laws inspired by _____ _____
Islamic values
What did Taliban ban?
Western non-Islamic leisure activities
The _____ overthrew the Taliban in ____
USA
2001
What religion follows the caste system?
Hinduism
What is the caste system?
The class into which a Hindu is assigned according to religious law
The Indian government abolished the ______ caste
Untouchable
People in the untouchable caste now have _____ rights
Equal
What did communist rule reduce in Eastern Europe?
Religion
What war majorly affected Buddhists?
Vietnam war
What is the current communist governments reaction to Buddhism?
They have discouraged religious activity and allowed Buddhist monuments to decay
What is religious fundamentalism?
A literal interpretation and a strict and intense adherence to basic principles of a religion.
Why is religious fundamentalism practiced?
It is one of the best way a religion can maintain distinct cultural identity.
How is Ireland split?
Into two groups: Republic of Ireland and a part of the United Kingdom.
