<p>Indian-American entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy who is in the race for the presidency said that his Hindu faith has been a guiding force in his decision to enter the presidential campaign. At 'The Family Leader' forum, hosted by The Daily Signal, the 38-year-old spoke on Hinduism, Christianity, and the traditional family values that shape his worldview.</p>

<p>Ramaswamy passionately asserted that his faith is the source of his freedom and the driving factor behind his presidential campaign. Identifying as a Hindu, he underscored his belief in a singular divine entity and the conviction that each individual has a purpose given by God.</p>

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<p>"My faith is what gives me my freedom. My faith is what led me to this presidential campaign...I am a Hindu. I believe there is one true God. I believe God put each of us here for a purpose. My faith teaches us that we have a duty, a moral duty to realise that purpose. Those are God's instruments that work through us in different ways, but we are still equal because God resides in each of us. That's the core of my faith," Ramaswamy said.</p>

<h2><strong>Son of Indian immigrants</strong></h2>

<p>Raised by Indian parents who relocated from Kerala to the United States, Ramaswamy reflected on the traditional values instilled in him during his upbringing.</p>

<p>Growing up in a household that prioritised family as the cornerstone, he advocated for respect towards parents, the sanctity of marriage, abstinence before matrimony, and a firm stance against adultery.</p>

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<p>He also stressed the solemn commitment made before God and family when entering into marital vows.</p>

<p>Highlighting the common ground between Hindu and Christian faiths as "shared values" of God, Ramaswamy expressed his presidential ambition to make the appeal of faith, family, hard work, and patriotism "cool"&nbsp;in the United States.</p>

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<p>While he said that as a president he will not promote a specific religion, he also committed to standing for and exemplifying these shared values in setting examples for future generations.</p>

<p>"Can I be a President who can promote Christianity across the country? I can't...I don't think that's what we should want a US President to do either...but will I stand for those shared values? Will I promote them in the examples that we set for the next generations? You are damn right, I will! Because that's my duty," Ramaswamy said.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Indian-American entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy who is in the race for the presidency said that his Hindu faith has been a guiding force in his decision to enter the presidential campaign.

Indian-American entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy who is in the race for the presidency said that his Hindu faith has been a guiding force in his decision to enter the presidential campaign. At 'The Family Leader' forum, hosted by The Daily Signal, the 38-year-old spoke on Hinduism, Christianity, and the traditional family values that shape his worldview. Ramaswamy passionately asserted that his faith is the source of his freedom and the driving factor behind his presidential campaign. Identifying as a Hindu, he underscored his belief in a singular divine entity and the conviction that each individual has a purpose given by God. Also Read | China increases military activity around Taiwan just days after Biden-Xi summit "My faith is what gives me my freedom. My faith is what led me to this presidential campaign...I am a Hindu. I believe there is one true God. I believe God put each of us here for a purpose. My faith teaches us that we have a duty, a moral duty to realise that purpose. Those are God's instruments that work through us in different ways, but we are still equal because God resides in each of us. That's the core of my faith," Ramaswamy said. Son of Indian immigrants Raised by Indian parents who relocated from Kerala to the United States, Ramaswamy reflected on the traditional values instilled in him during his upbringing. Growing up in a household that prioritised family as the cornerstone, he advocated for respect towards parents, the sanctity of marriage, abstinence before matrimony, and a firm stance against adultery. Also Read | Iraq's pro-Iranian militia Kata’ib Hizballah denounces US sanctions He also stressed the solemn commitment made before God and family when entering into marital vows. Highlighting the common ground between Hindu and Christian faiths as "shared values" of God, Ramaswamy expressed his presidential ambition to make the appeal of faith, family, hard work, and patriotism "cool" in the United States. Watch | Netanyahu denies reports of 'imminent' hostage deal × While he said that as a president he will not promote a specific religion, he also committed to standing for and exemplifying these shared values in setting examples for future generations. "Can I be a President who can promote Christianity across the country? I can't...I don't think that's what we should want a US President to do either...but will I stand for those shared values? Will I promote them in the examples that we set for the next generations? You are damn right, I will! Because that's my duty," Ramaswamy said. (With inputs from agencies)

Vivek Ramaswamy says his Hindu faith led him into presidential race, advocates traditional values

In recent weeks, Vivek Ramaswamy has risen as a strong Republican contender, especially among those looking for an alternative to Donald Trump, although his faith may be problematic among Republicans. Ramaswamy, a devoted Hindu, has also come under fire for his religion from the DeSantis campaign and Hank Kuneeman, a preacher who supports Trump and calls himself a "prophet" and an election skeptic.

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Vivek Ramaswamy says his Hindu faith led him into presidential race, advocates traditional values

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