Indo-Seychellois
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| Indo-Seychellois |
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| Total population |
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2,000 |
| Regions with significant populations |
| Mahe |
| Languages |
| English, French, Hindi, Tamil |
| Religions |
| Hinduism, Islam, Christianity |
| Related ethnic groups |
| Non-resident Indian and Person of Indian Origin, Desi |
Indo-Seychellois are people of Indian Origin who live in the Seychelles.
[edit] Origins
They were brought in as indentured labourers. The majority were Hindus from North India; Tamil and Telugus from South India and Muslims (of all Indian origins) form the remainder of the population.
[edit] Demographic Factors
While Indians represent a small minority, at just over 2%, they have contributed greatly to the culture of the Seychelles.
The majority are Hindu. Muslim, Bahá'í, Sikh, Christian, and non-religious minorities exist. There are a few Mosques and Temples on Mahé. Most speak Creole, French and English. Hindi, Urdu, Bhojpuri, and Tamil are also spoken by minorities, mostly older generations.
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