The Republic of India was a former British colony. It is a Southern Asian country with 28 states and 8 union territories. It shares borders with Bangladesh, Nepal, China, Pakistan, Bhutan, and Myanmar. The most important districts are Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Bihar. The country has a surface size of 3,287,263 square kilometers, making it the world's seventh largest. The climate is separated into numerous climate zones, ranging from moderate in the north to tropical monsoon in the south. Its topography varies according to geography, from lowlands in the south to undulating plains along the Ganges to the Himalayan highlands in the north. The total population is 1.4 billion, making it the world's second most populated country.The capital is New Delhi. Other prominent cities in the country include Mumbai and Bangalore. The largest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL). It has an estimated annual passenger volume of 67 million. It connects the country to destinations throughout the world. It's named after former Prime Minister Indira Ghandi. The Republic of India won its independence from the United Kingdom in 1947. Its culture is shaped by its 4,500-year-old history and many religious beliefs. The majority of the population is Hindu. In addition to universal English, India has over 82 official languages. The legal system is based on English common law. The government is a federal parliamentary republic, with President Droupadi Murmu as the elected head of state. The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, is the head of government. Elections take place every five years. The Indian Rupee (INR) is the official currency of the country, with a current exchange rate of INR 20 to the USD. India has an open economy, with a GDP of around $8.6 trillion. This makes it the world's third-largest economy. Its per capita income is $6,283. Services, industry, and agriculture are the three largest contributors to GDP.The economy is incredibly diversified, ranging from rural agricultural production to high-tech computerized companies in the city. Textiles, chemicals, steel, rice, and wheat are among the most common exports. The Republic of India is a renowned tourist destination with numerous touristic attractions. It is famous for its numerous urban and natural attractions. There are forty UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Some popular destinations are the Taj Mahal, the Holy City of Varanasi, Jaisalmer, the Red Fort, Mumbai, and Goa. The country received approximately 10 million visitor visits per year on average.
