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Page 1: Scooby Snacks  Question 1 : What is the population of South Asia and what percentage of the worlds population live here?  Answer 1 :  Question 2: What.

South Asia:The Cultural Geography

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Scooby Snacks

Question 1 : What is the population of South Asia and what percentage of the worlds population live here? Answer 1 :

Question 2: What is the capital city of Bangladesh? Answer 2:

Question 3: What famous architectural tomb is located in Agra, India? Answer 3:

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South Asian Languages

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The Culture: Varied Characteristics

South Asia’s most significant fact: A population of over 1.4 billion people! Remember, . . . This is 1/5th of the entire

world population.

Diversity: Mix of religious, social, cultural influences. Speak hundreds of languages and practice

several religions.

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Regional Characteristics

India: The Dravidians: Largest number of Indian

descendants. Traditionally identify by religion: As Hindus,

Muslims, Buddhists, etc. Jati: a group that defines one’s occuptation and

social position.

Pakistan and Bangladesh: Once part of British India. More than 90% of the people here practice Islam. Bengali: Ethnic group in Bangladesh with Hindu

practices.

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Regional Characteristics: Sri Lanka, Bhutan, and

Nepal Sri Lanka: 2 main groups. The Buddhist Sinhalese: The majority group

that controls the government. The Hindu Tamils: Have been fighting for

independence since the 1980s. Violence has disrupted the economy and people

of the region.

Bhutan and Nepal: Mongolian ancestors: Differ in appearance from

other South Asians. Sherpas of Nepal: Most notable people from

Nepal who are great mountaineers.

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Population Density and Distribution: Regional

Variation Population density is generally high throughout

South Asia.

Factors that contribute to population growth: Climate, vegetation, and physical features.

Highest concentrations of population are found on the Ganges Plain and the monsoon water coast of India.

Bangladesh: 2nd most densely populated country of South Asia. 1991: The average female gave birth to 4 children in

her lifetime.

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Urban and Rural Life

Rural Life: They farm, live in villages, and struggle to grow food for their

families. Nomadic and seminomadic groups. Herd camels, goats, or yaks for a living.

Growing Urbanization: Recent years: People are starting to move into cities for the

hope of better jobs and wages.

South Asian Cities: Mumbai: India’s main port city and largest city. Kolkata (Calcutta): Thriving port on the Ganges River.

The center of India’s steel and iron production. Delhi: India’s third largest city.

Megalopolis: Chain of closely linked metropolitan areas.

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History and Government

Earliest South Asians left few written records.

The Indus Valley Civilization: Arouse around 2500 B.C. Developed a writing system, strong

central government, thriving overseas trade.

Worlds first cities: Mohenjo Daro and Harappa.

Cities most likely destroyed by flooding or drought as the Indus River changed its course.

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Indus Valley Civilization

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The Aryans

The Aryans took over after the Indus Valley Civilization crumbled.

Vedas: Sacred writings that revealed Aryan ideas about religion and social structure.

Society as 4 groups: Priests. Warriors (nobles). Artisans and farmers. Enslaved people.

Caste System: Dictates social rank at birth.

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Two Great Religions: Hinduism & Buddhism

Hinduism: Dharma: Moral Duty. Reincarnation: Rebirth as another living being. Karma: Actions in accordance with one’s Dharma.

Here. . . Let me explain this.

Buddhism: Siddhartha Gautama: Years of meditation and

spiritual seeking earned him the name, Buddha. Nirvana: If one follows the Buddhist teaching,

they will eventually become enlightened by entering a state of insight.

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South Asia: A Vast History

Mauryan Empire: First people to maintain control after the Aryans. Ruled all but the southernmost part of the Indian

subcontinent.

Gupta Empire: This Hindu civilization was one of the most advanced in the

world. Arabic numerals developed during the Gupta period.

Mogul Empire: Islamic empire with a diverse ancestry. Mongolia, Turkey, and Persia.

British Empire in India: European invaders came by sea. British raj: The Hindi word for empire.

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India: Independence & Modernity

Mohandas K. Gandhi: India’s fight for Independence was demonstrated

through nonviolent tactics: Boycotting British goods & peace demonstrations.

India: Often called the worlds largest democracy.

Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh: Parliamentary republic.

Bhutan & Nepal: Traditional style monarchies.

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Mohandas K. Gandhi

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Languages

Indo-European Languages: Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Northern

India: Official languages rooted in Indo-European

languages. India = Hindu. Bangladesh = Bengali. Pakistan = Urdu.

Other Languages: Southern India and Sri Lanka:

Speak languages of the Dravidian family.

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Quality of Life Health:

Life expectancy lower than developed countries. HIV & AIDS: 2nd highest rates in the world. Scarcity of clean drinking water.

Food: Poor nutrition is a problem. 1/3rd of population too poor to buy quality foods. Muslims – cannot eat pork. Hindus – cannot eat beef.

Education: South Asian standard of living should rise with educational

opportunity. Committed to raising literacy rates. Extending educational opportunities to females.

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Activity• For the following activity,

you will be given a review sheet on chapter 24.

• Do your BEST to complete the sheet before the end of the period.

• You may also work with a partner.

• NOW, I WANT YOU! . . . TO START YOUR WORK.