Q1
Which of these religions is practised in India?
AZoroastrianism
BOnly one religion exists
CNo religions exist
DOnly foreign religions
CBSEClass 7 (CBSE)Social ScienceCh 17 · Topic 1
India's Religious and Cultural Diversity
India is home to multiple religions and cultures, coexisting and contributing to the country's unique identity as a diverse, pluralistic soc
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Major religions practised in India include Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Sikhism, Buddhism, Jainism, and Zoroastrianism, each with unique beliefs and practices.
How it works
Cultural diversity also includes different languages, art forms, cuisines, and festivals, reflecting the historical and regional variations across the country.
Why it matters
This diversity has led to a rich exchange of ideas, traditions, and practices, often blending to create unique regional cultures found nowhere else.
Key detail
India's constitution recognises and protects this religious and cultural diversity, promoting secularism and equal rights for people of all backgrounds.
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• India has multiple religions: Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Sikhism, Buddhism, Jainism, Zoroastrianism.
• Cultural diversity includes languages, art, cuisine and festivals.
• Diversity varies by history and region.
• Diversity leads to rich exchange of ideas and traditions.
• Blending creates unique regional cultures.
• India's constitution protects religious and cultural diversity.
• The constitution promotes secularism.
• The constitution ensures equal rights for all backgrounds.