With almost all major religions being practiced throughout the country, India is known for its religious diversity. According to the Indian census of 2011, Hindus made up for the highest share of population in the country.
Share of population in India from 1951 to 2011, by leading religion
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Pew Research Center. (September 21, 2021). Share of population in India from 1951 to 2011, by leading religion [Graph]. In Statista. Retrieved November 03, 2024, from https://www.statista.com/statistics/1317648/india-population-share-by-leading-religion/
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