Christianity in Uttar Pradesh

Christianity is a minority religion in Uttar Pradesh, the largest state of India.

The Christians of Uttar Pradesh come under the territory of Lucknow and Agra Diocese of Church of North India (a member of the Anglican Communion) and of the Archdiocese of Agra (Roman Catholic Church).

Christianity was first introduced to Uttar Pradesh during the reign of Mughal Emperor Akbar (1556–1605).

He sought out educated Jesuit Priests from Goa and gave them permission to bring Christianity to his people.

[3] During British Raj many people converted to Christianity, most of them employed in Indian Army or Government offices.