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Hindu religion and suicide in India

Hinduism is one of the oldest religions in the world. It is estimated that there are approximately 1.1 billion adherents comprising 16% of the world population, living mostly in India and Nepal. As early as 3000 bc, suicides were generally condemned, but religious suicides were condoned. The practice of sati (self-immolation) and jauhar (mass suicide) was also prevalent among the Hindus. Suicide by self-immolation often occurs in Hindus, particularly among young women. Suicidal behaviour was higher among Hindus than that of the native population in the countries to which Hindus had migrated. A case control study in India found that strong faith in Hinduism is a significant protective factor against suicide. Belief in karma and reincarnation probably make a Hindu more concerned that they should have a dignified death: in Hinduism it is ultimately the individual’s decision as to how they live and die.