Religion of India

India is known for its rich diversity of religions and spiritual traditions that have developed over thousands of years in the Indian subcontinent. These traditions include Hinduism Buddhism Jainism Sikhism and various indigenous belief systems. Indian religions share a number of common features including a focus on spiritual liberation or enlightenment the importance of ritual and meditation and a belief in karma and reincarnation. Many of these traditions also emphasize the role of the guru or spiritual teacher and the use of sacred texts such as the Vedas Upanishads and Bhagavad Gita. Despite their differences Indian religions have had a profound impact on Indian culture and society shaping everything from art and literature to politics and philosophy. The book also discusses about the impact of Invaders on Indian religion.