Religious Studies GCSE
Dharma
What Dharma means in Religious Studies GCSE, as defined for AQA.
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Duty, which with non-violence is one of the concepts in which environmental protection is deeply rooted in Hinduism.
Duty which Hindus fulfil through charitable actions, helping them to generate positive karma.
The foundational duty to live ethically and righteously, guiding all other pursuits.
Duty, a core principle that deeply shapes a believer's lifestyle and daily choices.
Cosmic order, which Vishnu sustains and protects.
Topics that use Dharma
- Hinduism - 3.1.4.1 Beliefs and teachings (AQA GCSE)
- Hinduism - 3.1.4.2 Practices (AQA GCSE)
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