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accommodation of a belief system that denies one's freedom of choice and conscience is fundamentally incompatible with Hinduism. Hindus feel that it is their duty to defend this precious freedom and preserve and pass it on to future generations.
Hinduism is essentially an Indian phenomenon. It is the dominant faith of India, practiced by over 80% of the population. Since religion is a way of life in India, Hinduism forms an integral part of the entire Indian tradition. Here is a brief summary on the basics of Hinduism.
Definition
It is not easy to define Hinduism, for it is more than a religion in the Western sense.
Uniqueness
Hinduism can never be neatly slotted into any particular belief system.
Basic Tenets
Hinduism is not a unified system of beliefs and ideas- its basic spirit of tolerance weaves through all aspects of Hindu life.
Origin
According to historians, the origin of Hinduism dates back to 8000 or more years.
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