India
India, a country so vivid yet so charming!
Think of India and the first impression that one gets is the land of temples, a land of cultural diversity where one finds a different language after few kilometers! Here we tell you about the magnetism of this country, rated the second most favored destination second year in a row!
India is also called ‘The Republic of India’,’ Hindustan’ (named after the Hindu people residing here , ‘Bharat’ named after a renowned King ‘Bharata’
Talking about the facts and figures that represent India – India is the second most pooulated country after China and seventh largest country by area.
Bounded by Indian ocean, the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal and bordered by six countries viz Pakistan, China, Nepal, Bangladesh, Bhutan and Mayanmar, India has a costal line of around 4700 miles!
India saw the culmination of Indus valley civilization and witnessed various trade routes. Ruled by the United kingdom from the nineteenth century, India witnessed revolution for Independence which ended with the India’s Independence in 1947.
Facts and Figures about India
Official Name- The Republic of India
Motto – ‘Satyameva Jayate’ (Truth Alone Triumphs)
National Anthem- Jana Gana Mana
National Song- Vande Mataram ( I bow to thee, Mother)
Capital- New Delhi
Largest City- Mumbai
Official Language- Hindi, English
Upper House- Rajya Sabha
Lower House- Lok Sabha
Currency- Indian Rupee
Flag- Tricolour
Emblem- Sarnath Lion Capital
National Animal- Royal Bengal Tigers
Bird- Indian Peacock
Aquatic Animal- Dolphin
Flower- Lotus
Tree- Banyan
Fruit – Mango
Sport-Hockey
River- Ganges
Drown yourself in the charm of this amazing country, India!
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