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Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday said Hinduism is the world's oldest living religion and it allowed other religions to flourish in the country as it embraced diversity and coexistence.

The L-G addressed the Interfaith Dialogue organised by the National Council for Promotion of Urdu Language (NCPUL) and Inter-Faith Harmony Foundation of India, at SKICC here.

Highlighting India's legacy as an ancient civilisation rooted in mutual respect, Sinha said diverse faiths coexist and flourish in the country, and teach the world the wisdom of peace.

Addressed the Interfaith Dialogue organized by @CouncilUrdu & Inter-Faith Harmony Foundation of India. Highlighted India’s legacy as an ancient civilization rooted in mutual respect, where diverse faiths coexist, flourish, and teach the world the wisdom of peace. pic.twitter.com/xjBnjedyTG

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"The world recognises that Hinduism-Sanatana Dharma, the world's oldest living religion, never imposed itself. Instead, it embraced diversity and coexistence. Ancient India built a foundation of respect, giving Christianity, Islam, Judaism, and Zoroastrianism freedom to flourish," he said.

The L-G said that in a world facing conflicts and intolerance, the core spirit of Sanatana Dharma and Indian philosophy can serve as a guiding light.

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"Today, the world may be divided by religion, language, and race, but Indian thought has the unique power to bridge these divides," he added.