Hinduism is one of the world's most ancient religions, developing over many centuries in India. The term Hinduism derives from the name of the ancient river Sindhu in India. Just like the river, Hinduism is vast, fluid and versatile. There is not just one founder, but thousands throughout the ages who continually refresh the message of spirituality to meet contemporary needs. It has over 828 million adherents which is about 13% of the world's population.

The resources contained in the list of subjects to the left are a basic introduction to the facts and beliefs of Hinduism. They are a portal or window into the world the Hindu religion and by following the weblinks and bibliographies, an enquirer may discover more and more about this faith. Technical words are highlighted and these will lead to more detailed definitions.

The 24 units are based on the QCA non-statutory framework for Religious Education and provide not only a comprehensive guide to the factual and belief structures of Hinduism but also address the issues that Hinduism encounters as it engages with the 21st century