India takes up the majority of southern Asia's Indian subcontinent
In terms of population, it is among the world's most populous countries
Flag
Saffron - strength and courage
White - peace and truth
Green - Fertility and growth
The blue wheel with 24 spokes in the middle represents the Dharma Chakra
Major religions in India
Hinduism
Sikhism
Buddhism
Jainism
Christianity
Islam
Hinduism
Sanatana Dharma, which means "eternal law' in Sanskrit
Hinduism can be more aptly described as a philosophy or way of life
Key Hindu texts
The Vedas
The Upanishads
The Bhagavad Gita
Division between South & North India
The geographical division of the north and the South are determined by the states north and south of the Vindhyas, which is one of the most important determining factors for the South and North regions
