Southern Asia

3. Seasonal winds that bring heavy rain to Southern Asia.
4. A large river that flows through Pakistan into the Arabian Sea.
7. The religion founded by Siddhartha Gautama.
9. A peninsula is land surrounded by water on three sides. Southern Asia is part of the __________ continent.
10. The ocean located south of Southern Asia.
12. A group of people with shared language, culture, and traditions.
14. The highest mountain in the world.
15. The system of social classes traditionally found in India.
17. A large desert located in northwestern India and Pakistan.
19. A country in Southern Asia known for Mount Everest.
20. A major river that flows through India and is considered sacred by many Hindus.

1. The belief system that began in India and includes many gods and traditions.
2. A sacred animal in Hindu culture often seen in India.
5. The largest country in Southern Asia.
6. The mountain range that forms the northern border of India and Nepal.
8. A country in Southern Asia that was once part of India before gaining independence in 1947.
11. The capital city of India.
13. A major religion in Southern Asia that worships one god and follows the Quran.
16. A country in Southern Asia known for its tea and the city of Colombo.
18. The country located east of India that has one of the largest populations in the world.