Understanding Indian Culture

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  1. 2. What is the ultimate goal of Hinduism? (Hint: to achieve what)
  2. 7. Which gender will shake hands when meeting?
  3. 8. What term describes the Hindu belief of cause and effect?
  4. 9. What is the name of the Hindu belief that incorporates ethics and duties?
  5. 12. Which hand can you (only) eat with?
  6. 15. What major holiday is known as the festival of lights?
  7. 17. What is the legal age for a woman to get married?
  8. 20. What procedure is common for the body after death?
  9. 21. The Hindu calendar has how many seasons?
  10. 23. What animal is sacred in India?
  11. 24. What God is known as "The Destroyer" in Hinduism?
  12. 26. What circular map represents the spiritual journey in Buddhism?
  13. 27. What type of relationship is frowned upon in India but is legal? (Hint: sexual orientation)
  14. 28. Who is the God of Creation in Hinduism?
  15. 30. What is the national flower of India?
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  1. 1. What should be removed before entering a home?
  2. 3. Who is the current President of India (last name)?
  3. 4. What religion is derived from Hinduism?
  4. 5. What is the common verbal greeting in India?
  5. 6. Malnutrition is an example of what type of issue regarding Indian children of poor communities?
  6. 10. What is the typical color of the bride’s dress in India?
  7. 11. India classifies time as being what?
  8. 13. It is not appropriate to do what in public with a partner?
  9. 14. When a woman gets married her hands and feet are covered with?
  10. 16. In some states like Bihar and Nagaland, it is illegal to consume what?
  11. 18. The Golden Age occurred during what dynasty/empire?
  12. 19. How many days does Ganesh Chaturthi (festival) last?
  13. 22. What is the name of the Indian holiday that signifies the victory of good over evil and marks the end of the winter season?
  14. 24. Most Indian girls do not attend what?
  15. 25. Most Indians avoid consuming this type of food due to their respect for the animal?
  16. 29. Hindu worship is also known as what?