History of India / Role of religion in Indian History

1. What is religion?
Religion is a set of beliefs that helps people understand the world, pray, and live peacefully.

2. Why is religion important in India?
Religion is important in India because it teaches people to be kind, celebrate festivals, and live happily.

3. How many religions are there in India?
There are many religions in India, like Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Sikhism, Buddhism, and Jainism.

4. What is Hinduism?
Hinduism is the biggest religion in India, and it teaches about gods like Vishnu, Shiva, and Goddess Durga.

5. What is Islam?
Islam is another big religion in India. Muslims pray in mosques and follow the teachings of Prophet Muhammad.

6. What is Christianity?
Christianity teaches about Jesus Christ. Christians celebrate Christmas and Easter in India.

7. What is Sikhism?
Sikhism is a religion that believes in helping others. Sikhs pray in gurdwaras and celebrate Gurpurab.

8. What is Buddhism?
Buddhism was started by Gautama Buddha, who taught people to be calm, kind, and wise.

9. What is Jainism?
Jainism teaches people to live without harming others, even small insects.

10. What is special about India’s religions?
India has many religions, and people respect each other's beliefs and celebrate together.

11. What are festivals?
Festivals are special days to celebrate with prayers, food, and fun. In India, every religion has its own festivals.

12. Can you name some festivals?
Yes! Diwali (Hindu), Eid (Muslim), Christmas (Christian), Guru Nanak Jayanti (Sikh), and Buddha Purnima (Buddhist).

13. What is a temple?
A temple is a place where Hindus pray.

14. What is a mosque?
A mosque is a place where Muslims pray.

15. What is a church?
A church is a place where Christians pray.

16. What is a gurdwara?
A gurdwara is a place where Sikhs pray.

17. Why do people pray?
People pray to thank God, ask for help, or feel peaceful.

18. What do religions teach us?
Religions teach us to be kind, helpful, and respectful to everyone.

19. Do all religions teach the same things?
Different religions have different stories, but they all teach love, peace, and helping others.

20. Why should we respect all religions?
We should respect all religions because everyone has the right to believe in what makes them happy.