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Indian Python Population Threats and Conservation Efforts
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The Indian python was once considered a subspecies of the Burmese python. Now that the former is recognized as its own distinct species, it faces endangerment.
How Indian Traditions Work
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Many Indian traditions first began hundreds or thousands of years ago. Read about Indian traditions at HowStuffWorks.
The Spicy History of Chai and How to Make It
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You may know chai as a sweet and spicy Starbucks favorite, but the roots of this tea blend lie in the heart of the Indian subcontinent. So, how do you make it?
Where Do Cows Originate From? Taurine vs. Indicine Lineage
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Where do cows originate from? Oh, so you're ready to dive into the natural history of one of humanity’s most important domesticated animals.
How Many Religions Are There? Which Ones Are Most Influential?
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Religion is as diverse as humanity, with major world religions well-known, yet countless others have existed throughout history.
The Origins of Buddhism: A Very Brief History
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The origins of Buddhism trace back over 2,500 years to ancient India, where a spiritual teacher named Siddhartha Gautama achieved enlightenment and became the Buddha.
Origins of Hinduism and a Constantly Evolving Religion
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Hinduism is often called the world’s oldest living religion. But tracing the origins of Hinduism isn’t like finding the founder of Christianity or the date Islam began. It doesn’t have a single historical founder or sacred text.
Ridiculous History: Ancient India Beat Machiavelli to the Punch by 1,800 Years
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What is the Arthashastra? Learn more about the Arthashastra and Niccolo Machiavelli's "The Prince" in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
Gharial: The Rare Crocodilian With an Extremely Narrow Snout
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The gharial is one of the rarest and most unusual-looking crocodilian species on the planet. Learn more about this unique species and discover what conservation groups are doing to protect gharial populations.
7 Types of Snakes: Venomous, Nonvenomous and Constrictors
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The black mamba, one of the world's most feared snakes, can strike multiple times in rapid succession, delivering enough venom to kill multiple humans within minutes. This is just one of the many reasons snakes are among the most fascinating creatures on Earth.