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Magic : A Precursor to Religion?

Posted on October 7, 2025 by Rashid Faridi

Magic is the application of beliefs, rituals or actions employed in the belief that they can manipulate natural or supernatural beings and forces. It is a category into which have been placed various beliefs and practices sometimes considered separate from both religion and … Continue reading →

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Bongaism

Posted on October 7, 2025 by Rashid Faridi

Bongaism is a traditional religious belief system found mainly among certain tribal groups in India—especially the Santal, Munda, and Ho tribes of Jharkhand, Odisha, and West Bengal. The term comes from “Bonga,” meaning “spirit” or “deity” in their languages, and … Continue reading →

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Basic Types of Communalism

Posted on October 23, 2024 by Rashid Faridi

Following are the basic type of Communalism Assimilationist Communalism Welfarist Communalism Retreatist Communalism Retaliatory Communalism Separatist Communalism Secessionist communalism For example, the Hindu Code Bill is applicable to Sikh, Buddhists and Jains as well. Tribals were considered as backward Hindus … Continue reading →

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