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PBS

Pbs: The Story of India: Jainism

For Students 9th - 10th
PBS explores the world of India through an in-depth look into the religion of Jainism. Identifies the meaning behind the Sanskrit word, the foundations of the religion, religious symbols, and how many people actively practice the...
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Handout
Association of Religion Data Archives

Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: India

For Students 9th - 10th
Compilation of religious data and research about India, along with regional and world comparisons. Also includes select socioeconomic data.
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Curated OER

University of Texas: India: Religions

For Students 9th - 10th
On this fascinating map of India from the Perry Castaneda Collection, you can read bar graphs that show the percentage of religions practiced in each state and union territory of India.
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Article
Columbia University

Columbia University: The Interaction of Islam and Hinduism

For Students 9th - 10th
This article discusses the development of religious culture within India. Because Islam and Hinduism are the most prominent religions within the country you will learn how each religion has had an influential impact on the other....
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Handout
Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: India

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the culture of India. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion, politics, etc....
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Other

University of Hyderabad: Interaction of Islamic and Indian Culture

For Students 9th - 10th
This website provides a comprehensive background of the development of religious culture within the subcontinent of India. This unique advancement in culture has been cultivated by the movement and traditions of migrant groups and...
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Baha'is

For Students 9th - 10th
The Baha'i faith originated from one of the sects within the Shiite Muslim religion in Iran. The Baha'i religion developed directly from the Babis, an extremely militant sect willing to die to convert the people of the world to their...
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BBC

Bbc: Tension Mounts in India's Religious Conflict

For Students 9th - 10th
This article describes the tension between Hindus and Christians in India. The Hindus argue that they are facing a conspiracy and a takeover by the Christian faith.