India, officially the Republic of India (Hindi: Bhārat Gaṇarājya), is a
country in South Asia
. It is the seventh-largest country by area, the second-most populous country, and the most populous democracy in the world.
Why India is a country?
It has achieved all-round socio-economic progress since its Independence. India has
become self-sufficient in agricultural production
and is now one of the top industrialised countries in the world and one of the few nations to have gone into outer space to conquer nature for the benefit of the people.
When was India considered a country?
The United States recognized the Union of India as an independent state on
August 15, 1947
, when President Harry S.
What is the main religion in India?
Hinduism
is professed by the majority of population in India. The Hindus are most numerous in 27 states/Uts except in Manipur, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Lakshadweep, Nagaland, Meghalaya, Jammu & Kashmir and Punjab. The Muslims professing Islam are in majority in Lakshadweep and Jammu & Kashmir.
Is India a continent or a country?
India is part of the
continent of Asia
. Most of India forms a peninsula, which means it is surrounded by water on three sides. The world's highest mountain range, the Himalaya, rises in the north.
What are the 7 continents of India?
The names of the seven continents of the world are:
Asia, Africa, Europe, Australia, North America, South America, and Antarctica
.
Who found India?
Vasco-Da-Gama
discovered India when on a voyage.
Is India a safe country?
India can be a safe country as long as all precautions are taken to avoid any inconvenience
. Nevertheless, we must be honest and tell you that although India has many attractive places to discover, the security of the city is not 100% safe. In fact, during the last years, criminality against tourists has increased.
Is India a poor country 2020?
The world's largest democracy, India is a federal republic with 29 relatively autonomous states and seven union territories. … But because of its population, it's also
one of the poorest countries in the world
based on income and gross national product per capita.
What is the full name of country India?
Formal Name:
Republic of India
(The official, Sanskrit name for India is Bharat, the name of the legendary king in the Mahabharata). Short Form: India. Term for Citizen(s): Indian(s).
Who Ruled India first?
The Maurya Empire
(320-185 B.C.E.) was the first major historical Indian empire, and definitely the largest one created by an Indian dynasty. The empire arose as a consequence of state consolidation in northern India, which led to one state, Magadha, in today's Bihar, dominating the Ganges plain.
Which country does not recognize India?
Officially known as the Republic of China (ROC),
Taiwan
is not recognised by India.
What religion was first?
Hinduism is the world's oldest
religion
, according to many scholars, with roots and customs dating back more than 4,000 years.
Do Indians believe in God?
Most Indians believe in God
and say religion is very important in their lives. Nearly all Indians say they believe in God (97%), and roughly 80% of people in most religious groups say they are absolutely certain that God exists. The main exception is Buddhists, one-third of whom say they do not believe in God.
Which religion is best in the world?
The most popular religion is
Christianity
, followed by an estimated 33% of people, and Islam, which is practiced by over 24% of people. Other religions include Hinduism, Buddhism, and Judaism.
What is the name of all 7 continents?
There are seven continents:
Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Antarctica, Europe, and Australia
(listed from largest to smallest in size).
