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India — a name that echoes with stories of ancient civilizations, colorful traditions, and incredible diversity. Officially known as the Republic of India, this vast South Asian country is bordered by Pakistan, China, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, and Myanmar, while the Indian Ocean hugs its southern shores.
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Hinduism | 79.8% |
Islam | 14.2% |
Christianity | 2.3% |
Sikhism | 1.7% |
Buddhism | 0.7% |
Jainism | 0.4% |
Unaffiliated | 0.23% |
Other | 0.65% |
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Official Language | Hindi |
State Languages | Gujrati, Begali, Panjabi, Marathi, Tamil or more |
Currency | INR (₹) |
Time Zone | UTC+05:30 |
Official Name | Republic of India |
With a population of over 1.4 billion people, India stands as the world’s most populous democracy. Its rich cultural fabric is woven from hundreds of languages, ethnic groups, and religions. Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Sikhism, Buddhism, and Jainism all have deep roots here, thriving side-by-side for centuries.
India's history spans thousands of years — from the Indus Valley Civilization to the rise of powerful dynasties like the Mauryas, Guptas, Mughals, and the British Raj. Each era has left behind breathtaking monuments and fascinating stories.
Among its many historical treasures, some of the must-visit landmarks include:
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