India

India is a federal republic in South Asia stretching over 3.3 million square kilometers from the Himalayas to the Indian Ocean, making it the seventh largest country by land area. The geography includes desert regions in the west, coastal plains along the peninsula, central plateaus, and mountain zones in the north with peaks rising above 8000 meters.

The territory gained independence from British rule on August 15, 1947 and established itself as a democratic country with 28 states and 8 union territories. The constitution came into effect on January 26, 1950 and introduced a parliamentary system of government with federal structure.

Classical arts remain alive in the present day when dancers and musicians perform at temple festivals or during major holidays. Visitors experience a society where Hindus, Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists and Jains follow their own calendars and rituals while sharing everyday life together.

The months between October and March offer moderate temperatures and minimal rainfall, creating favorable conditions for traveling throughout the country. International airports in New Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Chennai serve large numbers of passengers, while visitors require valid visas available through electronic application systems or diplomatic missions.

The Kumbh Mela takes place every twelve years and draws millions of participants to sacred rivers for spiritual ceremonies. The railway network extends over more than 67,000 kilometers and transports around 23 million passengers daily, making it one of the most heavily used transit systems worldwide.

Inception: August 15, 1947

Capital city: New Delhi

Part of: South Asia, Commonwealth of Nations, South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation, Non-Aligned Movement

Shares border with: Nepal, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Myanmar, Pakistan, People's Republic of China, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan

Address: India

Website: https://इंडिया.सरकार.भारत

GPS coordinates: 22.35111,78.66774

Latest update: December 4, 2025 12:00