How did Hinduism begin and develop as a religion?

In this lesson, we are going to be learning about different religions that have emerged throughout history, the origins of Hinduism and the Vedas, which are the religious texts which inform the religion of Hinduism.

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Q1.Which of the following religions is thought to be the oldest?

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Q2.Veda means...

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Q3.Between which dates is the Vedic period thought to have occured?

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Q1.Which of the following religions is thought to be the oldest?

1/3

Q2.Veda means...

2/3

Q3.Between which dates is the Vedic period thought to have occured?

3/3

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