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57% Christian (of which 16.9% Pentecostal, 8.1% Roman Catholic, 6.9% Anglican, 5% Seventh-day Adventist and 20% other Christian denominations), 28.4% Hindu, 7.3% Muslim, 0.5% Rastafarian, 0.1% Bahá'í, 2.2% other faiths, and 4.3% no religion. Most Guyanese Christians are either Protestants or Roman Catholics and include a mix of all races. Hinduism is dominated by the Indians who came to the country in the early 19th century, while Islam varies between the Afro-Guyanese, and Indian-Guyanese.
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∙ 12y agoThe main religion of Guyana is Christianity - there are thousands of Anglicans and Roman Catholics. Just as important, many Hindus follow their religious traditions, likewise, there are many Moslems who worship in their faith.
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Why is Hinduism one of the major religions of Guyana?
During the colonial period, the British brought a large number of Indians (from India) to Guyana as menial or lower-class laborers. The Indians brought their religion of Hinduism with them to their new homes in Guyana.
Why is Hinduism one major religions of Guyana?
Because is a india religion and because is very poupoler
What is the official religion of Guyana?
I don't think they have one. A large number of modern countries don't have any OFFICIAL religion. Christianity is a majority religion - an estimated 57% of the population are Christians.
What is Guyana's most popular religion?
According the World Factbook (as of 2009), Guyana's religious demographics are as follows; Hindu 28.4%, Pentecostal 16.9%, Roman Catholic 8.1%, Anglican 6.9%, Seventh Day Adventist 5%, Methodist 1.7%, Jehovah Witness 1.1%, other Christian 17.7%, Muslim 7.2%, other 4.3%, none 4.3% (2002 census)
What Religions Did Guyana Practice?
Christianity, Hinduism, and Muslim (Sunni) are three religions practiced in Guyana, with Christianity being the dominate religion. These however are not the only religions practiced in the area, just the more popular ones.
What is guyana's climate?
Guyana is hot!
Does Guyana have a desert?
Guyana has no deserts.
What is Guyana state?
what is guyana state
What are some words that describe Guyana?
guyana
Who is regarded as Guyana first freedom fighterin Guyana?
who is guyana first freedom fighter
How old is Guyana?
I think Guyana is 51
What is the government like in Guyana?
Guyana is a republic.
