Final answer:
Hinduism is based on Vedic traditions brought by the Aryans, who settled along the Ganges River. The ultimate goal in Hinduism is to achieve Moksha, where the essential self, Atman, reunites with Brahman. Failure to achieve Moksha leads to the cycle of Reincarnation within the Caste system. Non-violence, or Ahimsa, is upheld by both Hindus and Buddhists.
Step-by-step explanation:
Hinduism is based on Vedic traditions brought into India by the Aryans. They settled along the Ganges River, which is still considered Hinduism's most sacred river today. The ultimate goal in Hinduism is to achieve Moksha. Our essential self in Hinduism is called Atman, and in order for us to achieve Moksha, our Atman has to reunite with Brahman. The only way to reunite is for us to do our Dharma (our duty) so that we can overcome Karma (all of our actions) from our previous lives. If we do not achieve Moksha, we are destined to repeat the cycle of Reincarnation and are reborn into the Caste system. Both Hindus and Buddhists believe in non-violence or Ahimsa because we are all part of Brahman.