PM Modi in Indonesia: How the Ramayana and Mahabharata thrive amid a 90% Muslim population.


Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Indonesia is important for giving new heights to India’s ‘Act East Policy’. Indonesia is the world’s largest Muslim majority country, but its culture has a deep influence of Indian roots. For the people here, Ramayana and Mahabharata are not just religious scriptures, but a philosophy of living, which is still present in art and folk traditions.

Cultural and historical heritage

The legends of Rama and Krishna have such a deep influence on Indonesian culture that they have become completely integrated with Islam. PM Modi’s visit to Prambanan Temple with President Prabowo Subianto will provide new strength to the age-old cultural and civilizational ties between the two countries.