India

6. A system of governance in both the Assyrian and Persian empires, with local rulers in Persia
8. The path in Buddhism to reach enlightenment and end the cycle of rebirth.
10. and Ganges Rivers: Major rivers that supported early Indian civilizations.
13. The Hindu belief in the law of cause and effect.
15. Core teachings of Buddhism explaining the nature of suffering.
16. Local governors in the Persian Empire
17. A religion founded by Buddha, focusing on ending suffering by eliminating desire.
18. The Persian Empire’s policy of allowing local cultures and religions to continue under their rule.
19. The capital city of the Assyrian Empire.

1. An empire known for a golden age of Indian achievements in science and the arts.
2. A Mauryan emperor who embraced Buddhism after a bloody conquest.
3. One’s duty or righteousness in Hindu belief.
4. An empire known for diplomacy and vast infrastructure (550–330 BCE).
5. A military strategy used by the Assyrians to conquer cities.
7. Desert: A natural boundary in northwest India.
9. The tallest mountain range in the world, acting as a natural barrier for India.
11. A network built by the Persians for communication and trade
12. A Hindu social hierarchy dividing people into hereditary groups.
14. An empire known for its strong military and aggressive expansion (900–609 BCE).