Hinduism in the Postmodern Era Core Teachings and Contemporary Ethical, Environmental, and Bioethical Perspectives

Hinduism is the oldest religion still practiced today. Its same power has allowed it to endure for thousands of years despite years of harsh tolerance, apathy, rejection, and poor judgment from people all around the world, particularly the west. Despite being besieged by multiple invaders, Hinduism has persevered and even rejected its disintegration and chaos. Hinduism lacks a single founder or creed that its adherents consider essential to the faith, as well as a single sacred text that is widely acknowledged as being of fundamental significance. Hinduism does not have a single founder, a single holy book, or a fixed set of doctrines. Instead, it is a complex and diverse way of life that includes philosophy, spirituality, rituals, moral values, and social traditions. Despite its diversity, Hinduism is united by several core teachings that guide the spiritual and moral life. Hinduism presents a comprehensive moral vision that governs personal conduct, social responsibility, environmental harmony, and respect for life. Its ethical system is rooted in spiritual philosophy and emphasizes balance, duty, compassion, and reverence for all forms of existence. Hindu ethical, environmental, and bioethical principles are closely interconnected and arise from core concepts such as dharma, karma, ahimsa, and the belief in the unity of life. Neha Kumari | Archana Kumari Sah "Hinduism in the Postmodern Era: Core Teachings and Contemporary Ethical, Environmental, and Bioethical Perspectives" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-10 | Issue-1 , February 2026, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd100196.pdf Paper URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/humanities-and-the-arts/history/100196/hinduism-in-the-postmodern-era-core-teachings-and-contemporary-ethical-environmental-and-bioethical-perspectives/neha-kumari