CBSE Class 7 Social Science Question 2 of 7

India a Home to Many — Question 2

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Why did oppressed or persecuted people from other countries seek refuge in India?
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Many people were persecuted for their religion or beliefs in their own countries. They were denied freedom of worship and basic rights. India offered them safety, dignity, and religious freedom. So, they came to India to live peacefully without fear.