Diversity in India

Linguistic, Religious, Ethnic, and Cultural Diversity

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Description

Introduction / Concept

India is a multi-colored 'Mosaic', not a 'Melting Pot'. Unity in Diversity is its cornerstone, resulting from historical, geographical, and cultural factors. Various communities coexist here while maintaining their distinct identities.

Key Features (Types)

  • Linguistic: 22 Scheduled languages (8th Schedule) and 1,600+ mother tongues (Formation of linguistic states—1956).
  • Religious: Home to all major religions (Hindu, Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Jain).
  • Ethnic: Ethnic groups like Mongoloid, Aryan, Dravidian, Negrito, etc.
  • Cultural: Immense diversity in festivals (Diwali, Eid, Pongal), attire, ....
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