General Article What is the oldest religion in the world?

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It is incredibly hard to pinpoint the founding date of any religion. However, it is generally believed that Hinduism is one of the world’s oldest religions.

Most religions claim their teachings have existed since the beginning of the world or the dawn of human civilisation. Several major religions of the world like Christianity, Islam, and Buddhism are linked to a prominent spiritual leader or prophet who laid the framework of the faith. The origins of such religions are usually traced to the...

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