The Vedic Period and Early Social Structures

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Describe the emergence of the Vedas, Sanskrit literature, and the development of the varna and caste systems in ancient India.

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Ancient South Asian Civilizations

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Analyze the planned cities of the Indus Valley, the Vedic era, the foundations of Hinduism and Buddhism, and the Mauryan and Gupta Empires.

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Learning standards covered

6.C2.1Arizona Social Studies Standards · All ages

Analyze the beliefs, experiences, perspectives, and values that underlie points of view regarding civic issues in the time period and regions studied.

6.SP1.3Arizona Social Studies Standards · All ages

Classify a series of historical events and developments as examples of change and/or continuity.