Hinduism is a major religion that originated in the Indian subcontinent and is characterized by a belief in karma, dharma, and the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth.
Imagine you have a favorite sport that you've played your whole life. It's like that for many people in India - they grow up with Hinduism as their favorite religion.
India: The country where Hinduism originated and is practiced by the majority of its population.
Karma: The belief in the concept of cause and effect, where actions have consequences.
Dharma: The moral and ethical duties and responsibilities individuals must follow according to their social position.
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