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20 interesting facts about India

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  1. India is the seventh-largest country by land area and the second-most populous country in the world.
  2. The official name of India is the Republic of India.
  3. India is the birthplace of four major religions: Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, and Sikhism.
  4. The Indian flag is a horizontal tricolor of deep saffron, white and India green.
  5. India has a diverse culture, with more than 2,000 ethnic groups and more than 1,600 languages spoken.
  6. India is known for its rich history and ancient civilization, including the Indus Valley Civilization, which is one of the world’s earliest civilizations.
  7. India is the world’s largest democracy, with a parliamentary system of government.
  8. India has a rapidly growing economy and is considered one of the world’s fastest-growing major economies.
  9. India is known for its contributions to science and technology, including the invention of the number system and zero.
  10. India is the world’s largest producer of milk and the second-largest producer of fruits and vegetables.
  11. India is the world’s largest producer of jute, the second-largest producer of sugar, and the third-largest producer of wheat.
  12. India has a diverse and rich wildlife, including Bengal tiger, Indian elephant, Asiatic lion and Indian rhinoceros.
  13. India has a rich tradition of art and architecture, including the famous Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
  14. India is known for its diverse and flavorful cuisine, including dishes such as curry, biryani, and dal makhani.
  15. India has a long and rich tradition of classical music and dance, including forms such as Bharatanatyam and Kathak.
  16. India is known for its colorful festivals, including Diwali, Holi, and Navratri.
  17. India is the world’s largest producer of films, producing over 1,500 films annually in multiple languages.
  18. India has a long and rich literary tradition, including the ancient Indian epic poem, the Ramayana and the Mahabharata.
  19. India is known for its famous spiritual leaders such as Mahatma Gandhi and Sri Sri Ravi Shankar.
  20. India has a growing space program and has successfully sent missions to Mars and the moon.