Thematic Focus

Cultural Developments and Interactions CDI The development of ideas, beliefs, and religions illustrates how groups in society view themselves, and the interactions of societies and their beliefs often have political, social, and cultural implications. 

Governance GOV A variety of internal and external factors contribute to state formation, expansion, and decline. Governments maintain order through a variety of administrative institutions, policies, and procedures, and governments obtain, retain, and exercise power in different ways and for different purposes. 

Learning Objectives

• Explain how the various belief systems and practices of South and Southeast Asia affected society over time. 
• Explain how and why various states of South and Southeast Asia developed and maintained power over time.