Qms grp1 religions- eumind religions and beliefs

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  • 1. Religions in IndiaHinduism (80.5% of population)Islam (13.4%)Christianity (2.3%)Sikhism (1.9%)Buddhism (0.7%)Jainism (0.4%)

2. Religion with variousgods and goddesses. Three main Gods Brahma, Vishnu andShiva Worship in temples Holy book is theBhagvad Gita 3. Islam Monotheistic and Abrahamic Quran (their holy book) considered by followers, tobe the verbatim word of God Muhammad, considered by them to be thelast prophet of God. An follower of Islam is called a Muslim. 4. CHRISTIANITY Followers of Jesus Christ are called Christians The Bible believed to be the Word of God Christians worship together in Churches and celebrate the major events of Christs life throughout the year 5. SIKHISM Founded by Guru Nanak Holy book is the Guru Granth Sahib Sikhs pray in a gurudwara They have 10 gurus 6. A footage of the golden temple 7. BUDDHISM Founded by SiddharthGautam Buddha Buddhists believe in nonviolence They pray in Buddhistmonasteries Their holy book is theTipitaka 8. JAINISM Jainism prescribes non violence They worshipLord Mahavira Temples are called derasar There are 2 sects-Digambar and Shwetambar 9. Followers of Zoroaster Holy book is the Avesta Pray in an Atashbaram and Agiary (fire temple )