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subcontinent
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a large landmass that is part of another continent but distinct from it
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monsoon
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seasonal winds that blow steadily from the same direction for months. they influence the climate
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green revolution
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an effort in India to use modern techniquest and scient to increas production of food
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jute
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a plant fiber used for making rope
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cottage industry
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home or village-based industry in which family members supply their own equipment to make goods to sell
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pesticides
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chemicals used to kill insects
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caste
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a social class based on a person's ancestry
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reincarnation
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Hinduism belief that the soul is reborn after death. Can be reborn into human or animal form
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what is the government of India?
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a representative democracy India has 25 states. Head of state is a president who has ceremonial duties. Prime Minister is the real power guy
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what is the religion of India?
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140 million Muslims - one of the world's largest Muslim populations
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