Understanding Indian Culture: Classical vs Anthropological Perspective

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How has the influence of religion on everyday life changed over the past century according to the text?

It has drastically decreased

What is a noticeable trend in religious beliefs in the USA based on the 1981 survey mentioned?

Decline in religious influence in daily practices

What is a significant change in social practices related to religion mentioned in the text?

Legalization of divorce and abortion

What is one way modern education differs from religious values?

Education is based on secular and scientific knowledge

In terms of marriages, what change has been observed in France from a century ago to 1990?

Decrease in the percentage of church marriages

What role does religion play in major social institutions according to the text?

It has a minor role compared to earlier times

How have public attitudes towards divorce and abortion changed based on the text?

They are increasingly accepted and destigmatized

'The shrinking influence of religion in everyday life' implies what about religion?

'The decreasing impact of religion on daily routines'

'Modern education based on secular and scientific knowledge' suggests that education is:

'Informed by secular and scientific knowledge'

'Pilgrimages and devotional literature have grown phenomenally over the past century' implies what about these practices?

'They have significantly increased in popularity'

Explore the different perspectives on Indian culture through classical and anthropological lenses. Learn about the various elements that define culture, such as music, dance, cuisine, dress, and customs.

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