Hinduism in the Czech Republic
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Hinduism is a minority faith in the Czech Republic followed by 0.02% (2,024) of the population as of 2021.[1] Hindus are represented by three communities: Czech Hindu Religious Society, Hare Krishna Movement and Vishva Nirmala Dharma.[2]
Communities
Czech Hindu Religious Society
The Česká Hinduistická Náboženská Společnost (Czech Hindu Religious Society) was registered as a religious community in 2002.[2]
ISKCON
Hare Krishna is part of Hindu Dharma or Sanatan Dharma .[3] It has four temples in the country. There are 200 devout followers of Hare Krishna in the Republic.[4] The members of the Hare Krishna movement have been troubled by accusations of cult-like behavior.[5] Iskcon is not a religion as such but follow Hinduism or Sanatan Dharma which is a complete way of life.
Vishva Nirmala Dharma
In 2007, Vishva Nirmala Dharma became a registered religious community in the country.[2]
Demographics
The Demographics of Hindus in Czech Republic:[1]
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| Year | Percent | Increase |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 0.01% | - |
| 2011 | 0.02% | +0.01% |
| 2021 | 0.02% | - |
| Hindu Community | 2001 census | 2011 census |
|---|---|---|
| Hare Krishna Movement | 294 | 673 |
| Vishva Nirmala Dharma | not included | 1098 |
| Czech Hindu Religious Society | not included | 427 |
| Other forms | 767 | 210 |
| Total | 1061 | 2408 |
See also
References
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