South Asia Final Test Flashcards
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How did India become the jewel in the crown of the British Empire?
Mughal Rule crumbled and British took advantage. Saw India as source of raw materials. Built roads and railways. Ruralization. Deforestation. Built western schools.
What were the reasons for European presence in South Asia?
They were interested in fine luxurious Asian products but they wanted it for a cheaper price.
State differences between company rule and crown rule.
In the company rule the leaders were different and the money went to the company. Rather in crown rule all power went to the queen, money went to Britain and they started the viceroy rule.
Causes and outcomes of the sepoy mutiny.
Made sepoys bite pork fat covered funs to load them. Made sepoys travel overseas when that was against their religion. They responded by killing British people but they were silenced and killed as well.
How did Britain control the economy of India?
Built railroads which meant they it was cheap to travel and they could control all movement around India. They also caused ruralization which made natives lose jobs and start over.
How did British change the lives of the native Indians?
Made natives be sepoys. Changed religion to Christianity. Ruralization. Deforestation.
Recognize events that led to independence of India and Pakistan.
Amritsar Massacre pushed people over the edge. Then Gandhi and Indian National Congress pushed for independence. Salt March got attention of media around the world who criticized the British.
Describe role that Gandhi played in the independence of Indian.
Preached satyagraha which not only rebelled against the British but made them look bad when they retaliated. Salt March and Amritsar Massacre were Gandhi’s actions. Boycotted British goods as well.
List key players in the independence movement.
Gandhi. Nehru - 1st prime minister of India. Jinnah - 1st prime minister of Pakistan.
Compare and contrast early origins of India and Pakistan.
India - Hindu and Sikh. Nehru
Pakistan - Muslim. Jinnah
How many people fled from their homes during the partition?
10 million
How many died in the migration after the partition?
1 million
What were the causes of the partition?
Most of the Indian National Congress, who was responsible for independence, were Hindu. So Muslims felt that they would be a minority in independent India.
What are the causes of the Kashmir crisis?
Leader of Kashmir wanted to join India. But Muslim majority wanted to be part of Pakistan.
What is the impact of the Kashmir Crisis today?
It remains a flashpoint in the tense relations between India and Pakistan –> could be place where and reason war starts between them
When did India and Pakistan’s nuclear program begin?
1970s
When did India and Pakistan test their first nuclear weapons?
Both in May of 1998. India first and then Pakistan two weeks later.
Explain current population trends and how this impacts the nation.
The fastest growing country population wise. 2nd largest total population in the world. –> leads to large spread poverty and famine.
Explain similarities and differences between India and Pakistan’s government today.
Today we know that India is the worlds largest democracy and they depend on the parliament to lead. There is a president and I prime minister. In Pakistan they also have a parliamentary government with a prime minister and a president.
In India what percent of the population is Hindu? Islam?
80% Hindu. 13% Islam.
What is the capital of India?
New Delhi
How many people live in India today?
1.2 Billion
What animal is sacred to India?
Cows!
What year did Britain pull out of India? What else happened that year?
They pulled out in 1947 and they gained independence. Pakistan was also created then.
