Significance of India

• India is one of the four emerging countries which could eventually take over USA in terms of global importance
• Social Significance of India:

  • Largest population in the world, 1.4 bn
  • Already five megacities in India, more are expected to come
  • Over 70 % of India can read and write. However, this is less in rural areas due to less services and education. Agriculture is the main income
• Political Significance of India:

  • Indias government is part of many international organisations e.g. United Nations, G20
  • India helps developing countries in peacekeeping missions
  • Largest number of voters in the world, having a good democracy
  • India tries to keep peace with neighboring nations, however has some disagreements e.g. about borders with China
• Cultural Significance in India

  • Indias culture attracts 10 million tourists a year
  • Home to the Taj Mahal, a huge tourist attraction
  • One of the largest film industries, bollywood
  • Birthplace of four religions: Hinduism, Sikhism, Buddhism, Jainism