GENERAL
FACTS
FACTS
In which continent is India located?
Asis
What ocean is located south of India?
The Indian Ocean
What is the national animal of India?
The tiger
About how many people live in India: thousands, millions, or billions?
Billions
What famous white marble building is located in India?
The Taj Mahal
What is the capital city of India?
New Delhi
What is the longest river in India?
The Ganges River
What is the national bird of India?
The peacock
What is the main language spoken in India?
Hindi
Why was the Taj Mahal built?
As a tomb to show love
In which hemisphere is India located?
In the Northern Hemisphere
What large mountain range is located in northern India?
The Himalayas
What large animal with a trunk lives in India?
The elephant
What is one common food eaten in India?
Rice (also bread, vegetables, or lentils)
How many official languages are spoken in India?
More than 22 official languages.
What is India’s size ranking among countries in the world?
The seventh largest country in the world.
What geographic landform is India (island, peninsula, or continent)?
A peninsula
What animal is protected in India and often seen in cities and villages?
Answer: The cow
Name one way people travel in India.
Train, bus, car, bicycle, or rickshaw
What is the name of the money used in India?
The rupee
What colors are on the flag of India?
Orange, white, and green
Name one country that shares a border with India.
Pakistan, China, Nepal, Bangladesh, Bhutan, or Myanmar
What is the national flower of India?
The lotus
What is the name of traditional clothing worn by many women in India?
A sari
What famous gateway monument is located in Mumbai, India?
The Gateway of India