India
Republic of India
People: Indian
India is the world's most populous country, known for its extraordinary linguistic diversity, the Taj Mahal and the Himalayas. India is located in Southern Asia and has a population of around 1417.5 million. Its capital city is New Delhi, and the most widely spoken official language is English.
India — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Republic of India |
|---|---|
| Capital City | New Delhi |
| Continent | Asia |
| Region | Southern Asia |
| Population | 1,417,492,000 |
| Area | 3,287,263 km² |
| Currency | Indian rupee (INR) ₹ |
| Official Languages | English, Hindi, Tamil |
| Dialling Code | +91 |
| Internet TLD | .in |
| Timezone | UTC+05:30 |
| Drives on the | Left side |
| Emergency Number | 112 |
| ISO Code | IN / IND |
| Borders | Bangladesh, Bhutan, Myanmar, China, Nepal, Pakistan |
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Frequently Asked Questions about India
What is the capital of India?
The capital of India is New Delhi.
What currency does India use?
India uses the Indian rupee (INR, symbol: ₹).
What language do they speak in India?
The official languages of India are English and Hindi and Tamil.
What is the dialling code for India?
The international dialling code for India is +91.
What side of the road does India drive on?
India drives on the left-hand side of the road.
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