Most Indians, including most Hindus, do not practice yoga
Just about a third of Indian adults (35%) say they ever practice yoga, including 22% who say they do so monthly or less.
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Just about a third of Indian adults (35%) say they ever practice yoga, including 22% who say they do so monthly or less.
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