India

India, officially the Republic of India, is a country located in South Asia. It is the seventh-largest country by area and the second-most populous country with over 1.3 billion people. India is a federal republic governed under a parliamentary system and is divided into 29 states and 7 union territories. The country has a diverse landscape, which ranges from the Himalayan mountains in the north to the Indian Ocean in the south. India has a long history, with ancient civilizations such as the Indus Valley Civilization and the Vedic period. Today, India is a rapidly developing country with a growing economy and a prominent place in global affairs.