Question: Is there a lot of Christianity in India?

Christianity is Indias third-largest religion after Hinduism and Islam, with approximately 27.8 million (2.78 Crore) followers, constituting 2.3 percent of Indias population (2011 census).

Is Christianity common in India?

Some say Christianity in India dates back to the earliest followers of Jesus in the first century C.E. Today, there are millions of Christians in the country, although they make up just 2.4% of Indias massive population.

What is the real percentage of Christianity in India?

In addition, over 6 million have reported professing other religions and faiths including tribal religions, different from six main religions. Hinduism is professed by the majority of population in India .Religion.ReligionNumber%Muslims138,188,24013.4Christians24,080,0162.3Sikhs19,215,7301.9Buddhists7,955,2070.86 more rows

Which country has most Christianity?

The United States has the largest Christian population in the world, followed by Brazil, Mexico and Russia .Christianity by country.Country or EntityAndorra (details)Christians78,000% Christian89.5%% Catholic88.2%% Protestant/ Orthodox/ Other Christian1.3%89 more columns

Do Indians believe in God?

Most Indians believe in God and say religion is very important in their lives. Nearly all Indians say they believe in God (97%), and roughly 80% of people in most religious groups say they are absolutely certain that God exists. The main exception is Buddhists, one-third of whom say they do not believe in God.

Which religion came first in world?

Hinduism is the worlds oldest religion, according to many scholars, with roots and customs dating back more than 4,000 years. Today, with about 900 million followers, Hinduism is the third-largest religion behind Christianity and Islam.

Which caste is majority in India?

As of 2019, Other Backward Class (OBC) constituted the largest part of the Indian population accounting for more than 40 percent.

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