By: PRIYANKA, AAFREEN SIDDIQUI, KUNAL KASHYAP, KAMLESH LAMBA, SUBAL DAS, KAUSHIK BOSE
Facial anthropometry, the measurement and analysis of facial dimensions and proportions, reveals significant variations among adult males across religious groups due to the interaction of genetics, culture, and environment. This study aimed to investigate religious differences in facial anthropometric features of adult men aged 18 to 59 in Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, India. It was a cross-sectional study with 300 participants. Data collection involved measuring the facial dimensions of males aged 18 to 59 years. The study population consisted of 60% Hindus, 20% Muslims, and 20% Christians. Overall, the mean values by category differed, showing variation according to religion. The implications of these findings are significant, as they may help tailor health interventions and education programs to the specific context of these communities. Additionally, research on religious disparities in facial anthropometry not only deepens our understanding of human diversity but also encourages discussion on how these differences might influence interpersonal relationships and societal norms in increasingly multicultural societies.
