Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Hinduism is the third largest, and possibly the oldest religion in the world. It encompasses a rich and diverse array of beliefs, customs, practices, and philosophies. The relationship between Hinduism, the law, and the environment is intricate and multi-dimensional, influenced by diverse theological, philosophical, and cultural perspectives. Using a qualitative methodology encompassing an analysis of the relevant religious text on Hinduism as well as contemporary data on pertinent environmental issues plaguing the world today, this article seeks to draw a nexus between the ancient religion of Hinduism in the context of modern environmental issues, and explore the diverse ways in which Hindu environmental ethics can impact modern conservation efforts on the preservation of the environment. The findings show that ancient wisdom is still relevant today in our quest to protect and conserve the environment around us.
Author: SHEILA RAMALINGAM
Institution: University of Malaya
Language: English
Subfield: Religious studies
Field: Arts and Humanities
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W7166564899