India 🇮🇳
India 🇮🇳: capital New Delhi, population 1.4 billion, located in Asia. Currency: Indian Rupee (₹). Discover flag, language, neighbors and fun facts — then play the Name the Nations geography game!
Quick Facts
- Capital: New Delhi
- Population: 1.4 billion
- Continent: Asia
- Language: Hindi & English
- Currency: Indian Rupee (₹)
Geography at a Glance
- Official name: Republic of India
- Area: 3,287,590 km² (1,269,345 sq mi)
- Region: Southern Asia
- Has a coastline
- People: Indian
- Internet domain: .in
Fun Facts About India
- The world's largest democracy by population.
- Invented the number zero and the game of chess.
- Has 22 officially recognized languages.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is India known for?
India is known for several things — The world's largest democracy by population; Invented the number zero and the game of chess; Has 22 officially recognized languages.
How big is India?
India covers about 3,287,590 square kilometers (1,269,345 square miles), in the Southern Asia region.
Is India landlocked?
No. India has a coastline and shares land borders with 6 neighboring countries.
What are people from India called?
People from India are called Indian.
What is the capital of India?
The capital of India is New Delhi.
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