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Detailed explanation-1: -What is Zoroastrianism? Zoroastrianism is one of the world’s oldest monotheistic religions, having originated in ancient Persia. It contains both monotheistic and dualistic elements, and many scholars believe Zoroastrianism influenced the belief systems of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.

Detailed explanation-2: -Zarathustra is held to be the founder of the religion, and his followers call themselves Zartoshtis or Zoroastrians.

Detailed explanation-3: -Ancient Iranian religion or Iranian paganism, refers to the ancient beliefs and practices of the Iranian peoples before the rise of Zoroastrianism. The religion closest to it was the Hinduism that was practiced in the ancient Indian subcontinent.