South Asia crossword

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  1. 3. – The practice of a company hiring external organizations or workers, often in other countries, to perform services or produce goods at lower costs. In South Asia, countries like India and Bangladesh are major hubs for outsourcing in industries such as IT, customer service.
  2. 6. – A country in South Asia created in 1947 after the partition of India.
  3. 9. – India’s famous film industry based in Mumbai (Bombay).
  4. 10. – The system of government in India, the world's largest democratic country, where leaders are elected by the people.
  5. 12. – A concept in Hinduism and Buddhism that refers to the idea that a person's actions, whether good or bad, determine their future experiences, either in this life or in future reincarnations.
  6. 13. - A popular bat-and-ball sport in South Asia, especially in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka.
  7. 17. – The mountain range that runs along the northern border of Nepal and India.
  8. 19. – Mount ____ - The world's highest mountain, located on the Nepal-Tibet border.
  9. 20. _____ River – A major river flowing through Pakistan, essential for irrigation and ancient civilizations.
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  1. 1. – A religion that began in Nepal and spread across Asia. emphasizing the Four Noble Truths, the Eightfold Path, and the goal of achieving enlightenment (nirvana).
  2. 2. – Seasonal winds that bring heavy rain in South Asia.
  3. 4. – A landlocked country in the Himalayas, home to Mount Everest.
  4. 5. – A South Asian country that gained independence from Pakistan in 1971.
  5. 7. – The largest country in South Asia, known for its diverse culture, history, and economy.
  6. 8. – A spiritual and physical practice originating in India, combining meditation, breathing, and movement.
  7. 11. – A religion founded in Punjab, India, blending Hindu and Islamic beliefs.
  8. 14. – Taj ____ - A famous mausoleum in India built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan.
  9. 15. ____ System – A traditional Hindu social hierarchy in India.
  10. 16. – A sacred river flowing through India and Bangladesh.
  11. 18. _____ Ocean – The third-largest ocean in the world, located south of Asia and bordered by Africa, Australia, and the Indian subcontinent.