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India — silhouette, capital and facts
India is in Asia and its capital is New Delhi. With about 1.4 billion people and 3,287,263 km², it ranks 7th in area and 1st in population among the 195 countries in GeoSilhueta.
Silhouette of India, scaled to the same size as every other country in the game.
Quick facts
- Capital
- New Delhi
- Continent
- Asia
- Population
- about 1.4 billion
- Area
- 3,287,263 km²
- Language
- Hindi and English
- Currency
- Indian rupee
- Flag colors
- orange, white, green, blue
Borders
India shares a land border with 6 countries: Pakistan, China, Nepal, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Myanmar.
Fun facts about India
- Chess originated in India, where it was known as chaturanga.
- The Taj Mahal, in Agra, was built in the 17th century by Emperor Shah Jahan in honor of his wife.
- India's Constitution recognizes 22 languages, and Hindi and English are used in the central government.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of India?
The capital of India is New Delhi.
Which continent is India in?
India is in Asia.
Which countries border India?
India shares a land border with 6 countries: Pakistan, China, Nepal, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Myanmar.
How can I learn to recognize the silhouette of India?
In GeoSilhueta you see only a country's outline and guess which one it is. India is one of the 195 countries in the game, which is free and runs in your browser with no signup.
What are some fun facts about India?
Chess originated in India, where it was known as chaturanga. The Taj Mahal, in Agra, was built in the 17th century by Emperor Shah Jahan in honor of his wife. India's Constitution recognizes 22 languages, and Hindi and English are used in the central government.
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