Asian Studies - Aryan Civilization
When was the Vedic Period?
1500 BCE - 500 BCE
What family did the Aryan language belong to?
Indo- European language family
What language did the Aryans speak?
Sanskrit
What is the meaning of "Aryan"
belonging to or relating to a group of people
What kinds of work were performed by the Aryan civilization?
nomadic herders and warriors that focused on agriculture and pastoral activities and cattle raising
The aryan Civilization were
outcasts
Aspects of Vedic life
practiced self control higher values of life the suppression of all sensual enjoyments, very disciplined lifestyle
Names and Qualities of Varnas
Brahmin- provided spiritual guidance, exercised power, and protection Kshatriya- maintained order as warriors Vaishya- provided necessities of life and wealth farmers Shudra- servants the growers that served the community labors and peasants
Caste System (4 Varnas)
Brahmins (presently class, most intelligent/ teachers), Kshatriyas, (ruling class-warriors) Vaishyas,( producing class- farmers merchants, tradesman) Shudras-(serving class-laborers and artisans)
How did the aryan civilization emerge in india?
they emerge as nomadic people who migrated between India and Europe (i think)
