India
Definition
India is a country located in South Asia known for its diverse culture, languages and religions. It's also recognized as one of world's fastest growing major economies.
Analogy
Think of India as a giant, colorful patchwork quilt. Each patch represents different languages, religions, and cultures that exist within the country. Despite their differences, all patches are sewn together to create one unified piece - just like how diverse elements in India come together to form a single nation.
Related terms
Subcontinent: A large distinguishable part of a continent. In this case, India is often referred to as the Indian Subcontinent due to its geographical distinction from the rest of Asia.
Partition of India: The division of British India in 1947 which accompanied the creation of two independent dominions, India and Pakistan.
Bollywood: The informal term popularly used for the Hindi-language film industry based in Mumbai (Bombay), Maharashtra, India.
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What historical event led to significant changes in population distribution across India and Pakistan?
What caused Buddhism to spread from India into East Asia?
What form does Hinduism's dispersion from India to Bali demonstrate?
What historical event significantly contributed to the diffusion of Buddhism from India to East Asia?
Which historical event facilitated the diffusion of Buddhism from India to East Asia?
Which historical era primarily facilitated the spread of Buddhism from India to Southeast Asia?
Which factor played a significant role in spreading Buddhism from India to East Asia?
Which country is directly west of India on a world map?
What type of cultural diffusion is primarily responsible for the spread of Buddhism from India to East Asia?
What led to widespread adoption and diffusion of Buddhism from India across Asia?
Which historical event primarily contributed to the diffusion of Buddhism from India to East Asia?
Which historical factor was primarily responsible for the diffusion of Buddhism from India to China?
Which historical event most significantly contributed to the cultural diffusion of Buddhism from India to East Asia?
Which boundary dispute involves China and India regarding the Aksai Chin region?
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