india context ( global development ) Flashcards
(6 cards)
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describe India’s location
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india is in the southern part of India, in the northern hemisphere, with the Tropic of Cancer running through
2
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how is Indian society divide?
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society is divided it groups Called ‘castes’ which are based off parent’s status, and are determined at birth. those at the lowest castes have menial jobs
3
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describe India’s climate
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tropical in the south, temperate and alpine in the north. 2 monsoons - summer monsoon from the south west, winter monsoon from the north
4
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what is a monsoon?
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a seasonal wind pattern that brings heavy rainfall to certain regions
5
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what is the Indian diaspora?
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the total number of people who have left india and moved to another country. these individuals usually send money back to family in the form of remittances
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