Caste system - a social hierarchy in India that divides people into different classes based on their birth and occupation
Untouchable - a social group in India considered the lowest in the caste system and subjected to discrimination and exclusion
Sanskrit - an ancient Indo-Aryan language used in religious and classical texts in India
Buddhism - a religion and philosophy founded by Siddhartha Gautama, emphasizing the pursuit of enlightenment and the cessation of suffering
Punjab - a region in northern India, known for its fertile land and religious diversity
Dowry - a payment or gift given by the bride's family to the groom and his family in some cultures, often as a condition of marriage
Sikhism - a monotheistic religion founded in the Punjab region, emphasizing equality, social justice, and the importance of community service
Varanasi - a holy city located on the banks of the Ganges River in Uttar Pradesh, India, known for its religious significance and Hindu pilgrimage sites
Ganges River - a sacred river in India, considered holy by Hindus and believed to cleanse sins when bathed in or cremated near
Jainism - an ancient Indian religion that emphasizes non-violence, truth, and liberation from the cycle of birth and death
Match each term with its description below.(3 points)
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Caste system
Untouchable
Sanskrit
Buddhism
Punjab
Dowry
Sikhism
Varanasi
Ganges River
Jainism
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