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  1. 2. - ........ Temple - A Hindu temple in Puri, Odisha, known for its annual Rath Yatra festival.
  2. 3. - The concept of moral cause and effect in Hinduism and Buddhism.
  3. 7. - A significant site where Buddha delivered his first sermon.
  4. 11. - A prominent Indian dynasty that expanded across much of the Indian subcontinent.
  5. 14. - ........ Philosophy - A school of Hindu philosophy that emphasizes duality.
  6. 17. - The place where Buddha is believed to have attained enlightenment.
  7. 18. - The founder of Jainism, also known as Vardhamana.
  8. 19. - ......... Invasion - A theory about the arrival of Indo-Aryans in the Indian subcontinent.
  9. 22. - An ancient Indo-Aryan language, the primary language of classical Indian literature.
  10. 23. - The moral and ethical duties and responsibilities in Hinduism and Buddhism.
  11. 25. - An epic Indian poem that includes the Bhagavad Gita and narrates a great war.
  12. 27. - The given name of Buddha, the founder of Buddhism.
  13. 28. - A prominent Indian dynasty known for its contributions to art and culture.
  14. 30. - ........ Tales - Stories about the previous lives of the Buddha.
  15. 33. - A historical practice where a widow would self-immolate on her husband's funeral pyre.
  16. 34. - Philosophical texts in Hinduism that explore the nature of reality.
  17. 35. - A social system in India that classifies individuals into hierarchical groups.
  18. 36. - The language and culture of a region in southern India.
  19. 38. - A collection of ancient sacred scriptures in Hinduism.
  20. 39. - A major ancient river valley civilization located in the Indus River valley.
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  1. 1. - The founder of the Mauryan Empire, one of India's earliest empires.
  2. 4. - A major city of the Indus Valley Civilization, known for its advanced urban planning.
  3. 5. - An ancient religion emphasizing non-violence and asceticism.
  4. 6. - A genre of ancient Indian literature, often containing mythological stories.
  5. 8. - One of the oldest sacred texts of Hinduism, consisting of hymns and praises.
  6. 9. - The dominant religion of India, with a rich history and diverse beliefs.
  7. 10. - A secluded place where ascetics and seekers pursue spiritual goals.
  8. 12. - A major world religion founded by Siddhartha Gautama, or Buddha.
  9. 13. - ....... Chola - A powerful South Indian ruler known for his Chola dynasty.
  10. 15. - An Indian emperor who played a crucial role in the spread of Buddhism.
  11. 16. - A prominent Gupta emperor known for military conquests.
  12. 20. - The sacred river in India, central to many religious rituals and beliefs.
  13. 21. - Indo-European migrants who played a significant role in shaping Indian society.
  14. 24. - The highest caste in the traditional Indian caste system, often associated with priests and scholars.
  15. 26. - The Hindu concept of the three principal deities: Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva.
  16. 29. - One of the oldest cities in the world and a sacred place in Hinduism.
  17. 31. - ........ Caves - A complex of Buddhist cave temples in western India, known for its rock-cut architecture.
  18. 32. - A ruler who embraced Buddhism and promoted non-violence and religious tolerance.
  19. 37. - The ultimate liberation from the cycle of reincarnation in Hinduism.
  20. 38. - A major Hindu deity, often seen as the preserver of the universe.