It is SUPER IMPORTANT not to overlook this region when reviewing. They are a crossroads of all the major interactions at this time (Islam, Mongols and trade). They are heavily influenced by their neighbors. There is A LOT of syncretism in this region and with the addition of Islam; there is a fascinating world that is created. This will be a huge region focused on by the Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, French and British so this topic builds on context for later in the year.

(CDI) Explain how the various belief systems and practices of South and Southeast Asia affected society over time.

• Hinduism, Islam and Buddhis and their core beliefs and practices continued to shape societies in South and Southeast Asia.

  • Bhakti movement

  • Sufism

  • Buddhist monasticism

(GOV) Explain how and why various states of South and Southeast Asia developed and maintained power over time.

• State formation and development demonstrated continuity, innovation and diversity including new Hindu and Buddhist states that emerged:

  • Vijayanagara Empire

  • Srivijaya Empire

  • Rajput kingdom

  • Khmer Empire

  • Majaphit

  • Sukhothai Kingdom

  • Sinhala dynasties