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Hinduism is practised by nearly eighty per cent of India's population, and by some seventy million people outside India. In this Very Short Introduction, Kim Knott offers a succinct and authoritative overview of this major religion, and analyses the challenges facing it in the twentyfirst century. She discusses key preoccupations of Hinduism such as the centrality of the Veda as religious texts, the role of Brahmins, gurus, and storytellers in the transmission of divine truths, and the cultural and moral importance of epics such as the Ramayana.In this second edition Knott considers the impact of changes in technology and the flourishing of social media on Hinduism, and looks at the presence of Hinduism in popular culture, considering pieces such as Sita Sings the Blues. She also analyses recent developments in India, and the impact issues such as Hindu nationalism and the politicization of Hinduism have on Hindus worldwide.ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocketsized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Hinduism: A Very Short Introduction'? A: The book provides a succinct overview of Hinduism, discussing its key aspects such as the significance of the Veda, the roles of Brahmins and gurus, and the cultural importance of epics like the Ramayana.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Hinduism: A Very Short Introduction' is Kim Knott.
- Q: What can I learn about modern challenges facing Hinduism in this book? A: The book analyzes contemporary issues such as the impact of social media on Hinduism, the rise of Hindu nationalism, and the politicization of the religion in India.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: The book has a total of 176 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this edition? A: This edition of the book is published in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Hinduism: A Very Short Introduction' published? A: The book was published on May 1, 2016.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone new to Hinduism? A: Yes, this book is designed as an introductory text, making it suitable for readers who are new to the subject of Hinduism.
- Q: Does this book include discussions on popular culture's relationship with Hinduism? A: Yes, the book discusses Hinduism's presence in popular culture, including references to works like 'Sita Sings the Blues'.
- Q: What series is this book part of? A: This book is part of the Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press.
- Q: Are there any updates in the second edition of this book? A: Yes, the second edition considers recent developments and changes in technology that affect Hinduism.