KAUAI, HAWAII, July 9, 2021 (Hinduism Today by Lavina Melwani): The flourishing of Hinduism in America has generated many questions. How does one answer them? A snapshot of our history in America can start by showing how far we’ve come.
When the first Indian immigrants came to America in the 1900s, all were simply known as “the Hindoos”–no matter what their faith–and were unwelcome in this new world. They were not allowed to bring their families or become citizens. Still they came, trying to create a foot-hold for themselves in this foreign land.
The 1965 Immigration Act enabled Hindus to bring their families to the US, and soon these few migrants swelled. Census statistics show there are now nearly four million Indians in the US; of these, 54 percent are Hindus. In addition, there are many non-Indian Hindus. One thing is certain: though difficult days and trying circumstances, many Hindus have held fast to the faith of their forefathers and the rituals they grew up with.
Much more on important issues Hindus confront in the country today, here:
https://www.hinduismtoday.com/magazine/jul-aug-sept-2021/the-changing-face-of-dharma-in-america/