Chapter 9 Key Term Quiz

South Asia
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The conflict between the British and Russian Empires in the nineteenth century for dominance in Afghanistan and South Central Asia.

A city that is the largest in the country and is the center of economic and political life.

The highly disputed, militarized region that separates Southeast Pakistan and Northern India.

A sect of Islam distinct from Shia in that its adherents do not believe that the succession of the Prophet Mohammed should be hereditary and follow family bloodlines.

An area created by sediments carried by a river.

Refers to the movement from a more centralized form of economy to a freer, market-based economy.

A group of people living outside of their homeland.

Temporary unauthorized settlements on government land in Karachi, Pakistan.

Currency from another country.

A social system created by Hinduism and reinforced by the British in India, that is made up of social categories that determine not only position in the social hierarchy but also proportionate occupation, behaviors and mores such as eligible marriage partners.

An inventory strategy used by companies to meet immediate demand.

Goods that come from agriculture, forestry, mining, and fishing.

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