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India will be the largest country in the world within the next few years. It is the home to the Eastern philosophies and religions. It is the home to Mahatma Gandhi. It has a long and rich history and culture. We will investigate the Indian culture and people and the beliefs driving their societies. Essential questions include:
Essential Question
How do we live our religion?
Unit Specific Questions
How has religion shaped the culture of India?
Who was Mahatma Gandhi and how did he influence India and the world?
How can be describe present day India and what issues and opportunities are facing the nation?
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Major Topics of Discussion
Major Topics of Discussion
Sanskrit
Brahman, Ksatriya, Vaisya, Sudra, Untouchables
Henotheistic
Dharma, Samsara, Karma, Moksha
Deities of Hinduism
British Rule of India
March to the Sea
Partition Plan
Hindu v. Muslim
Rural vs Urban India
Kashmir
Norman Borlaug
High Tech focus
Outsourcing
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