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How did Lakshadweep became Muslim?
According to popular tradition, Islam was brought to Lakshadweep by Ubaidullah in 661 CE. His grave is located on the island of Andrott.
Are there any Hindus in Lakshadweep?
Total population of Lakshadweep district is 64,473 as per census 2011….Lakshadweep District Religion Census 2011.
| District | Lakshadweep |
|---|---|
| Population | 64,473 |
| Hindu | 2.77 \% |
| Muslim | 96.58 \% |
| Christian | 0.49 \% |
When did Islam come to Lakshadweep?
The islands of present-day Lakshadweep were first mentioned by a Greek sailor in the 1st century ce as a source of tortoise shell. Muslim missionary activity in the 7th century and continued contact with Arab traders eventually led to the conversion of all the islanders to Islam.
How did Lakshadweep became part of India?
In 1854 all the remaining islands were handed over to the East India Company for Administration. After India became independent in August 1947 and Lakshadweep, which was known as Laccadive, Minicoy and Aminidivi Islands, was merged with India, the Union Territory was formed in 1956 and it was named Lakshadweep in 1973.
What is the history of Lakshadweep island?
The islands of present-day Lakshadweep were first mentioned by a Greek sailor in the 1st century ce as a source of tortoise shell. Muslim missionary activity in the 7th century and continued contact with Arab traders eventually led to the conversion of all the islanders to Islam.
How did lakshadweepis convert to Islam?
The history of how the Lakshadweep settlers converted to Islam is also shrouded in myth and mystery. The process of conversion is credited to ‘Ubaid Allah’ who is known to have been the grandson of the first Caliph, Abu Bakr.
Why was Lakshadweep separated from Malabar?
It is only in 1956 during the reorganisation of states that the Lakshadweep islands were separated from the Malabar district and organised as a separate Union Territory for administrative reasons. “In terms of familial relationships, the Muslims of Lakshadweep are almost the same as the Muslims of the coastal region of Kerala.
What is the profile of religion in Lakshadweep?
Representing Islam as the foremost faith of the local people, the profile of religion in Lakshadweep also comprises of Hinduism and Christianity. However, the government data shows that the majority of the population in the island falls under the category of Muslim religion.