Hinduism in Libya

In this article, we will explore the fascinating world of Hinduism in Libya. From its origin to its evolution over time, we will delve into its meaning, its importance and its impact on today's society. We will analyze its different facets, from its relevance in the scientific field to its influence on popular culture. Through a multidisciplinary approach, we will highlight the diverse perspectives that exist around Hinduism in Libya, offering a comprehensive and enriching vision. Thus, we will discover how Hinduism in Libya has marked a milestone in history and remains a topic of study and debate today.

There are very few Hindus in Libya. They mainly traveled from India to work in Libya. There was an Indian community of about 10,000 individuals (in 2007), many of whom were likely to be Hindu. It is not known whether any Hindu temples exist in the country. At the time of the Libyan Revolution, there were 18,000 Hindus in Libya. But when the war broke out, many of them returned to India. As of 2020, there were 6,931 Hindus in Libya.

Demographics

Historical Population

Year	Pop.	±%
2001	5,443	—
2007	10,000	+83.7%
2011	18,000	+80.0%
2015	6,418	−64.3%
2020	6,931	+8.0%
Source:

Year	Percent	Increase
2001	0.1%	-
2007	0.2%	+0.1%
2011	0.3%	+0.1%
2015	0.1%	-0.2
2020	0.1%	-

References

1. ^ "Indian Community in Libya" (PDF). archive. Archived from the original on October 4, 2007. Retrieved December 20, 2016.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: bot: original URL status unknown (link)
2. ^ "Government to evacuate Indians from Libya". The Hindu. February 23, 2011. Retrieved 30 December 2012.
3. ^ Prasad, K. (2011-02-26). "Indians start arriving from Libya". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 2020-10-05.
4. ^ ^{a b} "Libya, Religion and Social Profile". Retrieved December 4, 2023.
5. ^ "Religious Freedom Page". Archived from the original on 6 November 2007.

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