Indian Vocabulary

5. Belief in the soul being reborn in a new body after death, central to many Eastern religions.
6. Moral duty guiding one's actions and responsibilities in life.
8. Merchants,farmers, and traders contributing to the economy in the caste system.
10. Priests and scholars in the caste system, respected for their knowledge and wisdom.
12. Belief that actions in this life affect future lives, leading to positive or negative outcomes.
13. Vedas Ancient texts from India containing knowledge about rituals, hymns, and philosophy.
14. Laborers and service providers performing essential tasks in society.
16. Major religion in India emphasizing gods, karma, and reincarnation, guiding moral actions.
18. State of perfect peace and happiness, free from suffering and the cycle of reincarnation in Buddhism.
20. System Organizing land and cities in straight lines and squares for planned development.

1. Religion founded by Siddhartha Gautama, emphasizing Four Noble Truths and Eightfold Path for enlightenment.
2. Noble Truths Fundamental teachings in Buddhism explaining the nature of suffering and the path to end it.
3. Sacred scripture in Buddhism, providing teachings and rules for followers.
4. Traditionally considered outside the caste system, performing jobs like waste disposal and facing social discrimination.
7. Ultimate goal in Hinduism, liberation from the cycle of reincarnation.
9. System Social structure dividing people into groups based on jobs and families, determining roles and status.
11. Strong wind in South Asia bringing heavy rain, vital for farming and crops.
12. Warriors and rulers responsible for protection and governance in the caste system.
15. Gautama Founder of Buddhism, who taught the path to end suffering and achieve Nirvana. Later became known as The Buddha
17. keeping things clean for good health, including clean water and proper waste disposal.
19. Path Guiding principles in Buddhism, outlining the right way of living, thinking, and behaving for enlightenment.