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Dr Raj Pandit Sharma
Dr. Raj Pandit Sharma is a distinguished Indian scholar residing in the UK, currently serving as the Vice President of the Global Hindu Priest Association and a senior minister within the Hindu faith. His contributions to the Hindu community extend to his role as a former member of the National Executive of the Hindu Council UK and as the author of the influential Caste Report.
Dr. Sharma is a familiar face on the BBC, where he frequently engages in discussions surrounding Hinduism as a panelist on the Sunday morning show, "The Big Questions," and has contributed insights through "Thought for the Day" on BBC Radio 4.
For six years, he co-hosted the highly regarded television program "Let Us Talk Hinduism," an interactive show aired live each Sunday evening from MATV studios, accessible across Europe, the UK, and the USA, and streamed globally online. Celebrated for its longevity, the program ran for 20 years and became a cornerstone of the network, exploring various aspects of Sanatan Dharma and Hindu culture. Its unique format allowed viewers to call in with questions, receiving informed responses rooted in Vedic texts rather than mere opinions.
Dr. Sharma has selflessly offered his expertise to this program since its inception in 2009 without charge. Renowned for his eloquence and approachable demeanor, he is a beloved Pandit and a compelling lecturer, engaging diverse audiences in both academic and non-academic settings, and he speaks fluently in twelve languages.
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