Economy and Trade

Question 1

What other types of products are an aspect of India’s economy?

Answer 1

textiles, and clothing dyes

Question 2

This is a deep blue dye used in blue jeans

Answer 2

indigo

Question 3

What did British exploitation of the indigo market cause?

Answer 3

farmer revolt of 1859

Question 4

Today, what is the fastest growing industry in India?

Answer 4

software companies, and information technology

Question 5

In which southern city does technology companies flourish?

Answer 5

Bangalore

Question 6

Which city is know as the “Pink City”?

Answer 6

Jaipur

Question 7

Why is Jaipur called the “Pink City”?

Answer 7

many of it’s buildings are made of pink sandstone

Question 8

What does “Hawa Mahal” mean?

Answer 8

Palace of Winds

Question 9

Describe the Hawa Mahal

Answer 9

pink sandstone with small windows and carved designs

Question 10

Name one of the largest Hindu temple complexes

Answer 10

Meenakshi Amman Temple

Question 11

Where can the Meenakshi Amman Temple be found?

Answer 11

Madurai

Question 12

List the spices that India produces

Answer 12

cinnamon, nutmeg, pepper, green and red chiles, cardamom, cumin, saffron, and turmeric