Diversity in culture in india

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Religion is central to Indian culture, and its practice can be seen in virtually every aspect of life in the country. Hinduism is the dominant faith of India, serving about 80 percent of the population. Ten percent embrace Islam and five percent are Sikhs or Christians: the remainder (a good 45 million) are Buddhists, Jains, Parsis, Bahais, among others. Enjoy learning about the festivals, culture and cuisine of different communities on your India Travels. In its quest for modernization, India has preserved its ancient civilization and never lost sight of the ideals that gave her strength through countless centuries. Science and technology has been steadily raising the living standard and prosperity of its people, but the nation of more than one billion people - one sixth of humanity - continues to live with some of its traditional values that go back 4,000 years and more. See this synthesis of tradition and modernity on your India Travel itinerary. In a world where nations, big and small, are breaking into micro entities, often with disastrous consequences, India has demonstrated its inherent strength. This strength comes from its composite culture that has made India a truly vibrant democracy, the largest in the world - a country where unity thrives on diversity.'