India has been the cradle for major religions since time immemorial. Religion has guided civilizations in giving meaning to the purpose of life, in creating social stability, psychological well-being and guiding moral behavior. In different cultures, religion has been expressed through its sages, poets, musicians, philosophers, and literature.

This New Perspectives series outlines some of the major aspects of religions that have eternal and intrinsic values for the future development of mankind. 

1.1: Avesta and the Rigveda, Robin Blench and Dr. Vladimir Yatsenko

1.2: Upanishads and Integral Yoga, Neelesh Marik

1.3: The Gita, Dr. Alok Pandey

1.4: Buddhism and Jainism, Jayashree Blench 

1.5: Christianity and what it contributes to Integral Yoga, Jared Quek

1.6: Bhakti Movement in India and its role in Psychic Awakening, Matthew Andrews and Sehdev Kumar