Hinduism is the world's oldest major religion, with a rich history dating back over 4,000 years.

• There are over 1.2 billion Hindus worldwide, making it the third-largest religion after Christianity and Islam.
• The Hindu holy book is the Vedas, which are considered the oldest and most sacred texts in Hinduism.
• The concept of karma, or the idea that actions have consequences, is a central tenet of Hinduism.