Religions in India are characterized by a diversity of practices and faiths. The country is the birthplace of Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism.
Hinduism is often considered one of the oldest religions in the world. The origins of Hinduism may include elements from the beliefs of the Indus Civilization, which existed from 3300 to 1700 BCE, but no archaeological evidence can confirm this.
Hinduism's oldest text, the Rigveda, was composed during the Vedic period between 1700 and 1100 BC. The earliest versions of the epic poems of the Ramayana and the Mahabharata were composed between 300 and 100 BCE. After 200, Hindu schools of thought were codified into Indian philosophy: Samkhya, Yoga, Nyaya, Vaisheshika, Purva-Mimamsa and Vedanta.
It was with Mahâvîra that Jainism, an ancient Indian religion, experienced significant expansion. Jainism is close to Raja yoga in its morality or its yamas (the five moral vows are the same, the first of which is Ahimsâ, Non-violence).
Holidays of the month
July 4, 2025 (1 event)
July 4, 2025
Today and for 4 days, the Apatanis of the plateaus of North-East India are celebrating Dree. This festival recounts the origins of the people, when Anii Donii and Abba Lii colonize the area and start farming. The festival celebrates various gods to promote future harvests. #mythology #myth #legend #calendar #4July #dree #apatanis #inde
July 8, 2025 (1 event)
July 8, 2025
Today and for a week, the Sumi people of Nagaland celebrate Tuluni. The word Tuluni comes from a special type of drink known as rice beer which was given in a glass made of bamboo or three plantain leaves. Prayers are offered to the God of Productivity Litsaba for the saving of the crops. #mythology #myth #legend #calendar #July 8 #tuluni #sumi #litsaba
July 29, 2025 (1 event)
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July 29, 2025Today, the Chang Naga tribes of Nagaland celebrate Naknyulum. It was originally a religious ceremony to celebrate their deliverance from darkness. This is why it remains today more than ever a ceremony which applauds the victory of good over evil. This is a symbolic tribute that exercises customary beliefs regarding their history. #mythology #myth #legend #calendar #Nagaland #July 29
Cultural areas in India
Religions in India are characterized by a diversity of practices and faiths. The country is the birthplace of Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism and has long been home to Judaism, Christianity, Islam and Zoroastrianism.
Hinduism is often considered one of the oldest religions in the world. The origins of Hinduism may include elements from the beliefs of the Indus Civilization, which existed from 3300 to 1700 BCE, but no archaeological evidence can confirm this. Hinduism's oldest text, the Rigveda, was composed during the Vedic period between 1700 and 1100 BC. The earliest versions of the epic poems of the Ramayana and the Mahabharata were composed between 300 and 100 BCE. After 200, Hindu schools of thought were codified into Indian philosophy: Samkhya, Yoga, Nyaya, Vaisheshika, Purva-Mimamsa and Vedanta.
It was with Mahâvîra that Jainism, an ancient Indian religion, experienced significant expansion. Jainism is close to Raja yoga in its morality or its yamas (the five moral vows are the same, the first of which is Ahimsâ, Non-violence).
Sikhism was founded by Guru Nanak (1469-1539). His preaching was addressed to all human beings regardless of their religion, caste or gender. The holy book of Sikhism, the Guru Granth Sahib, was first compiled by the fifth Sikh guru, Guru Arjan, from the writings of the first five gurus and saints of other religions. Before the death of Guru Gobind Singh, the Sahib was declared as the eternal guru.
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