Ancient China & India Crossword

1. The founder of Confucianism
6. A system under Hinduism that forced people into certain classes with certain responsibilities.
7. The name of the Indian ruler that turned to Buddhism after leading their nation through many bloody wars.
8. The Positive or Negative forces generated by a person's actions.
9. A central fortress that was located at the center of many Ancient Indian cities.
10. The religious belief that used a caste system to organize its believers.
14. The period in the Dynastic Cycle that was marked by a time of decline.
16. A religious practice by the belief of Yin and Yang.
17. This dynasty implemented a Civil Service System
19. The practice of having many wives.
21. An Indian prince or king that ruled over city-states.
22. A religious belief centered heavily in the way of nature.
23. The art of writing that was created during the Shang Dynasty.
24. A Hindu practice that focused on harmonizing the body with the soul.

2. The "perfect peace" for Buddhists
3. An important river in china that is name for the color of the soil that drains into the waterway.
4. This dynasty began the tradition of the "Mandate of Heaven"
5. Priest in Ancient India that knew how to perform traditions and rituals.
7. The writings of Confucius.
11. This restrictive tool was used to silence critics in the Qin Dynasty.
12. This religion was founded by Siddharta Guatama.
13. The seasonal winds in India that dictate the weather.
15. The belief of rebirth of one's soul.
18. A government system in which the ruler or emperor holds all of the power.
20. A belief system that focused heavily on power and harsh laws.
22. A mythical creature in many Ancient Chinese cultures.