Classical Civilization India Agenda Bell Ringer Give examples

Classical Civilization: India

Agenda Bell Ringer: Give examples of how Mesopotamia would showcase the traits of a civilization. 2. Reading Quiz #1 3. Brief Lecture: Indian Civilization 4. Map Activity, Classical Civilization 5. Looking at POV, The Caste System HW: Read Jared Diamond Article, and Chapter 2 and 3 in the text. Quiz #1 on 9/10 -9/11. Jared Diamond Response 9/11 -9/14. 1.

Arrival of Aryans n Aryans arrive circa 1250 BCE. n There was a King within Tribes, and he gained power through the ability to protect his people. (Maharaja) n The Hellenistic Empire would temporarily have dominance around 330 BCE.

Mauryan Dynasty n Chandragupta Maurya advised through the Arthasastra. n Emphasizes ends rather than means. n A highly centralized government structure, large secret police to deal with any issues. n He was a little paranoid… n Division of Empire is similar to Persia, Provinces and Districts.

The Caste System n Hierarchal division that defined a person’s occupation and status. n Lighter skin exemplified a higher class. n It was a strict system that had no movement or interaction between castes. n “Untouchables” not considered part of the caste system.

Life in Ancient India n The family often had several generations under one roof. n Male dominated society. n Polygamy occurred rarely in higher castes. n Sati- the ritual in which the wife throws herself onto husbands funeral pyre.

Trade and Economy n Agriculture expands throughout the empire. n Unpredictable monsoons make it difficult. n Became an advanced trading and manufacturing area. n Spices, perfume, textiles, ivory. n Mauryan Dynasty would tax the trade sector, and controlled sections of trade.