What is INDIA ? India's history and current affairs

 

India is a country located in South Asia. It is the seventh-largest country in the world by land area and the most populous country as of 2023, with over 1.4 billion people. Here's a simple breakdown of what India is:

🌏 Basic Information

Official Name: Republic of India

Capital: New Delhi

Major Cities: Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata

Languages: Hindi (official), English (associate), and 21 other officially recognized regional languages

Currency: Indian Rupee (INR)

Government: Democratic republic with a parliamentary system

President (as of 2025): Droupadi Murmu

Prime Minister (as of 2025): Narendra Modi

🕉️ Culture and Religion

Rich in culture, traditions, music, dance, and festivals

Major religions: Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Sikhism, Buddhism, Jainism

Famous for yoga, Ayurveda, and classical arts

🏞️ Geography

Bordered by Pakistan, China, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, and Myanmar

Diverse landscape: Himalayas in the north, deserts in the west (Rajasthan), fertile plains (Ganges), coastal areas, and islands

📜 History

One of the world's oldest civilizations (Indus Valley Civilization)

Ruled by various empires: Maurya, Gupta, Mughal, etc.

Colonized by the British (1858–1947)

Gained independence on August 15, 1947, led by Mahatma Gandhi and others

💡 Modern India

A major global player in IT, space research (ISRO), pharmaceuticals, and movies (Bollywood)

A rapidly growing economy, part of the BRICS group

Known for its democracy, diversity, and innovation

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