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Modern Hinduism

This quiz explores modern Hinduism, looking at how ancient beliefs interact with contemporary life, from global migration and media to debates about tradition, equality, and social change.

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Fascinating Fact:

Reformers from the nineteenth century onwards, such as Ram Mohan Roy and Swami Vivekananda, encouraged Hindus to question superstition and focus on ethical and spiritual values.

In Specialist Religions Hinduism, modern Hinduism is explored through movements, organisations, and everyday practice. Learners consider how Hindu beliefs are expressed in democratic societies, global cities, and changing social and political contexts.

Key Terms

Modern Hinduism: The ways Hindu beliefs and practices are lived and interpreted in the nineteenth century and beyond, in India and across the world.
Reform movement: A trend or group within a religion that aims to change certain customs or ideas, often to match social or ethical concerns.
Diaspora: A community of people living outside their traditional homeland, such as Hindus who live outside India and South Asia.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

What do teachers mean by modern Hinduism in Religious Education?

In Religious Education, modern Hinduism refers to how Hindu beliefs and practices have developed in recent centuries, including new organisations, social campaigns, and the experience of Hindus in many different countries.

How has Hinduism changed in the modern world?

Hinduism has engaged with technology, migration, and social change. Hindus now share teachings online, support charities, debate issues such as equality, and adapt rituals to fit work, school, and city life.

How is Hinduism practised today in countries like the UK?

In the UK, Hindus may visit mandirs, keep home shrines, celebrate festivals such as Diwali, join youth or community groups, and take part in interfaith events while also following school and work routines.

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Born into an untouchable family, which saint founded the Adi Dharma Mission?

Nanak

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2 .

Although not a Hindu, which famous personality saved Hindu women from the heinous superstitions that crept into Hinduism from the 13th century onwards?

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3 .

Which temple in India today has the highest number of visitors?

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Christianity is the most popular religion (in terms of number of followers in the world) but where does Hinduism fall in the rankings?

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Hinduism has 1.2 billion followers, making it third in terms of popularity. Islam has 1.9 billion and Christianity 2.4 billion

5 .

Which saint dedicated his life to Hindu-Muslim unity?

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The Pashupatinath is the most popular temple in which country?

Canada

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Which country has the highest percentage of Hindus in its population?

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Modern day Sri Lanka is thought to have been the home of which mythical ten headed king?

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What is another name for people known as "Harijan"?

Great Souls

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Which event is regarded as the beginning of modern Hinduism?

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Author: Siddarth Bhattacharjee (Respected Hindu Scholar and Educator)