“Many Indians seem to have the idea that Christianity is a western religion,” he told them. “That is wrong. There were Christian churches in India before America was discovered.” And when ...

often regarded as one of the world's oldest religions, has not only deeply shaped the spiritual and cultural fabric of India but has also played a pivotal role in the emergence of other major ...

While these may seem disparate concerns, their deep historical connection drives Sriya Iyer’s inquiry in The Economics of Religion in India, which endeavors to expand the study of religion through ...

Tibet and Sri Lanka celebrate those holy days on different dates. In addition to its five main religions, India recognizes days for Jainism and Zoroastrianism.

Millions of devotees across India are celebrating the Shivaratri festival that honors the Hindu god Shiva, one of the main ...

This practice is evident in both Western nations like the US and multi-religious nations like India. Responsible governance involves acknowledging the significance of religious traditions while ...