Synopsis Religion is life orientation for human being. It is the total quest of each human being to work in terms of his/her deep needs and life in community. It is to bring togetherness in various communities and not for clashes among them. Amidst all the conflicts and confusions of our age, world is witnessing emerging outlines of a true spiritual and world religion for overall growth, emancipation and salvation of world community. Religion, Rites and Rituals-Puranic and Modern Perspectives" brings to the fore various concepts, myths, theories, scriptures and beliefs concerning religion, rites and rituals at the outset both in puranic and modern perspectives. In this endeavour, the book presents in-depth analysis of Sanskritic texts, Upanishads, Puranas, Sutras, epics along with thorough investigation of modern religious philosophers. The book encompasses elucidation on various religious issues by eminent philosophers and scholars in lucid language. This enlightenment on religion, rites and rituals will be of great help to students, teachers, scholars, religious preachers, religionists and general readers.