South Asia Review

5. - A seasonal wind pattern that brings heavy rainfall to South Asia.
7. - The British imperialist rule over India from 1858 to 1947.
9. - The mountain range separating the Indian subcontinent from the Tibetan Plateau.
10. - A non-violent protest tactic used by Mohandas Gandhi during the Indian independence movement.
11. - The major religion in India, characterized by a variety of beliefs and practices including karma and dharma.
12. - The belief that actions in this life will affect one's future lives.
13. - Known as the Golden Age of India for its achievements in science and arts.
14. - A traditional stringed instrument used in South Asian music.
16. - A famous mausoleum in India, built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife.
19. - The practice of hiring external companies to manage services or produce goods, often seen in the tech industry.
21. - Ancient Hindu texts that form a large part of the religious and literary heritage of India.

1. - A large, swirling storm that can cause significant damage, often affecting coastal areas.
2. - A fertile area created by the deposition of soil by rivers, ideal for agriculture.
3. - A mountain range that stretches through Afghanistan and Pakistan.
4. - An ancient Indian empire founded by Chandragupta Maurya.
5. - The highest mountain in the world, located in the Himalayas.
6. - A religion founded in India that emphasizes the Four Noble Truths and the path to enlightenment.
8. - A mountain pass connecting Afghanistan and Pakistan, historically significant for trade and invasions.
13. - A resource found in Sri Lanka, commonly used as "lead" in pencils.
15. - An ancient civilization that thrived in what is now Pakistan.
17. - An ancient Indian religion that emphasizes non-violence and truth.
18. - The Hindi-language film industry based in Mumbai.
20. - Social classes in India that divide people into groups based on occupation and social status.