RELIGIONS
HINDUISM
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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True
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False
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -While Hindus generally cremate the dead, the bodies of saints and children are buried. According to Hindu custom, the deceased are cremated as it is believed that souls, after living in the body for such a long time, get attached to the body and refuse to leave.
Detailed explanation-2: -Historically, Hindu cremations would take place on the Ganges River, India, and the family would carry the casket to the crematorium site. Nowadays, Hindus are cremated locally, and most funeral directors can accommodate the traditions and rituals of a Hindu cremation.
Detailed explanation-3: -In Karnataka except Brahmins, two major upper castes Lingayats&Vokkaligas bury their dead. Most OBC s, Dalits and Tribals bury their dead.