Ancient India and China 2600BC-550AD
History

A process of social and cultural change that stems from the balancing of two cultures
Acculturation
A process of social and cultural change that stems from the balancing of two cultures. Acculturation. In History, acculturation refers to the way cultural traits and social patterns of one group are adopted and blended with those of another group.

Means 'not to injure' and 'compassion' and refers to a key virtue in Indian religions
Ahimsa
Means 'not to injure' and 'compassion' and refers to a key virtue in Indian religions. Ahimsa is a principle of non-violence and respect for all living beings, central to the teachings of figures like Mahatma Gandhi.

An Indian emperor of the Maurya Dynasty, who ruled almost all of the Indian subcontinent
Asoka
An Indian emperor of the Maurya Dynasty, who ruled almost all of the Indian subcontinent. Asoka. Asoka was a powerful ruler known for spreading Buddhism and promoting peace after initially expanding his empire through warfare.

A form of social stratification based on hereditary status, endogamy and social barriers
Caste
A form of social stratification based on hereditary status, endogamy and social barriers. Caste is a system in which people are divided into rigid social groups in some societies, notably in India, based on birth.

A theory in the Chinese history that each dynasty rises, then declines due to moral corrupcy and falls
Dynastic cycle
A theory in the Chinese history that each dynasty rises, then declines due to moral corruption and falls. Dynastic cycle It explains how dynasties in China historically rose to power, became corrupt, and eventually were replaced.

A summary of the path of Buddhist practices leading to liberation from samsara
Eightfold Path
A summary of the path of Buddhist practices leading to liberation from samsara Eightfold Path. The Eightfold Path is a set of principles in Buddhism designed to guide individuals towards ethical living, mental discipline, and wisdom to achieve enlightenment.

The truths for the spiritually worthy ones: dukkha, samudaya, nirodha and magga
Four Noble Truths
The truths for the spiritually worthy ones dukkha, samudaya, nirodha, and magga. Four Noble Truths. In history, the Four Noble Truths are the core teachings of Buddhism that explain the nature of suffering and the path to overcoming it.

A periods in India where the country saw many innovations, around the 4th and 6th century CE
Golden age
A periods in India where the country saw many innovations, around the 4th and 6th century CE, golden age. A golden age is a time of great cultural, economic, and scientific achievements in a civilization.

An family arrangement, consisting of many generations living in the same household
Joint family
An family arrangement, consisting of many generations living in the same household. Joint family. In history, a joint family is a traditional family structure where grandparents, parents, and children all live together, sharing responsibilities and resources.

An archaeological site of one of the largest ancient settlements built 2500 BCE, located in Pakistan
Mohenjo Daro
An archaeological site of one of the largest ancient settlements built 2500 BCE, located in Pakistan. Mohenjo Daro. Mohenjo Daro was a major city of the ancient Indus Valley Civilization known for its advanced urban planning.

When a specific person or enterprise is the only supplier of a particular commodity
Monopoly
When a specific person or enterprise is the only supplier of a particular commodity monopoly. Historically, a monopoly is when one company completely controls the market for a product, like when Standard Oil dominated the U.S. oil industry in the late 1800s.

A person who can directly experience God or true reality through visions or dreams
Mystic
A person who can directly experience God or true reality through visions or dreams. Mystic. In history, a mystic is someone renowned for having deep, spiritual connections and insights beyond the ordinary understanding.

Pieces of ox scapula or turtle plastron, which were used for pyromancy in ancient China
Oracle bone
Pieces of ox scapula or turtle plastron, which were used for pyromancy in ancient China. Oracle bone. Oracle bones are ancient Chinese artifacts used by priests to predict the future by burning and interpreting cracks on them.

The study of questions about existence, knowledge, values, reason, mind and language
Philosophy
The study of questions about existence, knowledge, values, reason, mind, and language. Philosophy. In history, philosophy is like a guide that helps us understand how people have thought about lifes big questions over time.

The idea that people are born again in another body after they die
Reincarnation
The idea that people are born again in another body after they die. Reincarnation. In history, reincarnation is a belief held by many ancient cultures, such as in Hinduism and Buddhism, where the soul is reborn into a new body after death.

A leader able to exercise military, economic and political control over a subnational territory
Warlord
A leader able to exercise military, economic, and political control over a subnational territory. Warlord. In history, a warlord is a powerful figure who rules a region through military force without the central government's consent.