Below you'll find claims made on behalf of Hinduism and our fact-checking research. Hinduism is a diverse family of religious traditions originating in the Indian subcontinent over thousands of years. Core concepts often include dharma (duty), karma (action and consequence), samsara (rebirth), and moksha (liberation). Its sacred texts include the Vedas, Upanishads, Bhagavad Gita, and many epics and devotional writings.