The facts about India

Interested facts about India

Dear reader here you will find many amazing facts of India as well as funny facts about India, which will cover cultural facts about India as well many aspects of this country.

India is a country in South Asia, and it is the most populous country with 1.27 billion citizens.

It is the seventh-largest country in the world by area and has a rich history. It has the second-largest population of Muslims globally.

The area of India is 3.29 million square kilometers, and India is the 6th largest country in the world by population.

The most populous city in India is Mumbai, which counts as the world's most populous urban city.

Delhi is the capital of India, which is the largest metropolis in the world by population. India is regarded as the most populous democratic country in the world.

"India" is derived from the River Indus, the Aryan called Indus the Sindhu. The Persians referred to it as Hindu and the region as Hindustan.

It is thought that the name India is derived from Indus, the area where the River Indus flows.

1. Cows are regarded as Sacred Animals.

If you eat non-vegetarian hamburgers on a regular basis, you'll need to make some adjustments before visiting India!

Killing a cow is illegal because cows are protected by their own set of provisions in the Constitution.

Cows are regarded as sacred creatures in Hinduism. Cattle are considered sacred in India, and they are protected by the Constitution.

Any cow that is killed or sold is unlawful and can result in life imprisonment.

Cows in West Bengal are required to carry a photo ID card, which is one of India's most surprising facts.

To combat livestock trafficking from West Bengal to Bangladesh, they are given identity. More recently, the discovery of a cow smuggling tunnel prompted a cattle security operation.

2. India has the world's Second-largest Population.

India currently has the world's second-largest population, with China having the largest.

The country's population is projected to be approximately 1.3 billion people, with Delhi and Mumbai having populations of more than 10 million each.

India was the first developing country to implement a family planning program in 1951. India's population has quadrupled since then.

According to current UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs projections, the country's population would reach 1.5 billion by 2030 and 1.64 billion by 2050.

3. India has the Wettest Region on the planet.

Mawsynram, Meghalaya, is the wettest inhabited place in the world. With around 11,873 milliliters of rain every year, it holds the Guinness World Record for this distinction.

Because of its proximity to the Bay of Bengal, it gets a tremendous amount of rain.

The monsoon season in this area lasts around six months, from June to September.

Rains can continue for days at a time during this season, and flooding is almost always a threat.

4. Varanasi is believed to be one of the world's Oldest surviving cities.

Varanasi, in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, is not only considered India's spiritual capital, but also one of the world's oldest cities.

Varanasi, with a population of over one million people, dates back to 11BC. T

he oldest city in India is located on the Ganges River, where Hindu pilgrims come to bathe in the sacred water and perform traditional funerals.

Over 2,000 temples, including the famous Golden Temple, can be found along the river.

Varanasi, once a busy trading city, is now a hugely popular tourist destination, with millions of visitors from all over the world visiting each year.

Varanasi, also known as Banaras or Kashi, is thought to be one of the world's oldest continuously inhabited cities.

In fact, Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati are said to have lived here in the past.

As Mark Twain describes it, Varanasi is "older than history, tradition, and even legend, and appears twice as old as all of them put together."

This city's bond with eternity does not end here, as it is thought that the individual who inhales his final breath here gets salvation.

This is why so many devout Hindus travel to Varanasi to spend their final days on Earth.

At the same time, many other worshippers visit the city throughout the year to experience its divinity.

5. There are around 0.30 million (300,000) Masjids and 2 million Hindu temples in India.

Prepare to be amazed and fascinated by India's breathtaking architecture. Muslims make up about 15% of India's population.

The mosques in India differ in size from small hamlet structures to massive iconic mosques such as the Mecca Masjid in Hyderabad or the Jama Masjid in New Delhi.

The same may be said of India's Hindu temples, which number over two million and serve the Hindu population of 79.8% of the country.

There are around 23,000 temples in Varanasi alone. India is, without a doubt, the home of temples!

6. The Chenab Bridge is the world's Tallest Rail Bridge.

Not all of India's well-known monuments are religious in nature.

The jaw-dropping bridge that spans Jammu's Chenab River stands 1,178 feet above the water.

 If you're terrified of heights, you should probably skip this one!

7. There is a Rat Temple in Rajasthan.

The Temple of Rats, located in Bikaner, Rajasthan, is one of India's famous temples.

The Rat Shrine Karni Mata is dedicated to the 25,000 rats which live there. Many tourists travel for entertainment, but pilgrims visit for religious reasons on a daily basis.

Rat worship has been mainly practiced since the 15th century for reincarnation purposes.

The Depavats family feeds and cares for the rats at the temple on a regular basis.

Respect the religious folks and their beliefs when you visit. It is advisable to visit late at night or early in the morning before the sun rises to get the closest view of the rats.

8. You may drive on the world's highest motorable road.

With a height of almost 19,300 feet, the Ladakh road is the world's highest motorable road. Before going on this adventure, make sure you pack a warm jacket

9. The place of a mysterious Skeleton Lake

The glacial Lake Roopkund, located in the Himalayas at around 16,470 feet, has become famous for the human skeletons discovered in the lake and surrounding areas.

The skeletons are supposed to be the remains of persons who died in the 9th century following a devastating big storm.

10. The strength of Indian Railways

Indian Railways department is one of the world's largest employers.

With 1.4 million employees, India's Central government-owned railway network operates a massive, comprehensive network that spans hundreds of thousands of miles across the country.

This vast network transports over 23 million passengers per day.

11. India is where the popular game "Snakes and Ladders" originated.

This board game, which is now sold all over the world (and is sometimes referred to as "shoots and ladders"), has its origins in India.

It was initially designed to teach morals and karma lessons in a way that young children could understand and remember.

12. India was the first country in the world to mine Diamonds.

From the 4th century BC to around 1,000 years later, India was the world's sole source of diamonds.

The first-ever diamonds were discovered in the Krishna River Delta located in Karnataka State.

More diamond deposits were discovered in Brazil and, soon after, South Africa in the 18th century, adding to the diamond market.

13. Nalanda International University (NIU) is one of the most ancient universities in the world.

Nalanda, one of the world's oldest universities, is being restored in rural Bihar.

When a big Buddhist monastery flourished on the site in the 5th century CE, it was founded as a learning center.

The new Nalanda International University will open in 2021/22 and will provide post-graduate degrees in a number of topics.

We recommend staying in comfort while exploring Bihar's history because the university is located in a rural location.

14. Hinduism is the world's Oldest Religion, yet it is not a true polytheism.

Hinduism is considered the world's oldest religion, with documents going back to 5,500 BCE.

There is no recorded Hindu founder, and since Hinduism is a way of life, no one cares who started it.

Hinduism is currently the world's third-largest religion, with over 1 billion followers.

Hinduism is not a genuine polytheistic religion when it comes to gods. Hindus believe in a single god, Brahma, who is represented by thousands of gods.

The Trimurti is made up of two gods in addition to Brahma, who is the prime god.

Brahma is the universe's creator, Vishnu is the universe's preserver, and Shiva is the universe's destroyer.

15. Hindu is free to choose the God they follow.

Another interesting fact about Hinduism is that the number 108 is considered the most sacred by Hindus.

It's the proportion of the Sun's distance from Earth to its diameter, as well as the Moon's distance from Earth to its diameter.

16. India has the world's third-highest number of Billionaires.

India is a country with significant wealth disparities.

It was estimated in 2019 that the richest 10% of the Indian population controlled approximately 80.7 per cent of the wealth.

The top 1% of the population (in terms of wealth) earned 21 per cent of the country's total revenue.

This makes even more sense when you consider that India has the world's third greatest number of billionaires, trailing only the United States and China.

There are around 7,000 ultra-high-net-worth millionaires in India, with assets exceeding $30 million, and approximately 140 billionaires.

17. India has 22 Official Languages.

Santali, Kashmiri, Bengali, Tamil, and Urdu are among the many languages spoken in India. The official languages, however, are English and Hindi.

Because most Indians speak their own regional language as well as English for easier communication, India has the world's second-biggest number of English speakers (the United States has the largest).

Sanskrit is regarded as the world's oldest language, the "mother of all languages."

 Every Hindu text is written in Sanskrit, and the language of the god is claimed to be Sanskrit.

18. India produces around 70% of the world's Spices.

A spice is a plant material that is mostly used for colouring or flavouring food.

For their mouthwatering curry recipes, Indian uses a lot of spices, which is undoubtedly one of the reasons this food has become so renowned around the world.

Today, India produces over 70% of the world's spices, which is incredible!

Black pepper, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, paprika, turmeric, and vanilla are among the most popular spices.

19. A village with no Locks or Doors may be the safest place on the planet.

Shani Shingnapur is noteworthy for not having a single door or lock on any of its houses.

Apart from it, no criminal act has been recorded in about 400 years.

Many people believe that the shared vulnerability has created neighbourly trust among the residents, creating a defence stronger than a deadbolt or massive gate.

20. The majority of Indians eat with their Fingers mainly.

Rice, sauces, meats, and veggies are all traditionally eaten with their fingers in India.

Some claim that in order to properly appreciate an authentic Indian curry, you must eat it with your hands!

While in India, don't be hesitant to use a fork, knife, or spoon; because nowadays many Indians are adopting the western or US mode of eating with a fork, knife or spoon. 

If you want to try eating food with fingers, simply observe how the people eat and try finger food for yourself.

21. "Indian Food" has become one of the most popular cuisines in the world.

From London to New York City, Indian cuisine has spread and continues to grow in popularity.

Many people claim that authentic flavour and spice are lost in many restaurants outside of India.

22. India has the highest proportion of vegetarians.

It is estimated that between 15% and 30% of India's population follows a strict vegetarian diet, while many others consume only fish and no land animals.

Vegetarianism is so widespread that even Western food chains such as KFC offer a vegetarian menu to customers.

23. India has the famous Holi festival

The Holi Event is a Hindu festival that lasts two days. It is an Indian holiday that commemorates love, spring, and new life.

Holi is traditionally celebrated in March to symbolize the end of winter and the beginning of spring.

Actually, it is the last month of the Hindu Calendar (called Saka Samvat) Month Falgun.

People gather around a bonfire on the first day of Holi (called Holika Dahan) to celebrate good triumphing over evil.

The second day of the celebration is the most well-known, with plenty of colorful perfumed powder, paint, water pistols, and balloons.

People launch all of these things at each other in the streets, resulting in a color carnage. As a result, the Holi event is also known as the "Festival of Colors."

Now a group of inhabitants (called Shudras, as per Manusmriti), it is in humiliate their inhabitant foremothers, because they claim of the anti-aboriginals act.

24. The Taj Mahal is one of the Seven Wonders of the World.

The majestic Taj Mahal is the first thing that comes to mind when we think of India, especially as travelers!

Every year (pre-pandemic, of course), millions of people visit this incredible site, and it's easy to see why!

In 1632, Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan ordered the construction of this magnificent mausoleum. 

His wife, Mumtaj Mahal had died during the delivery of a child, so he had the Taj Mahal built in her honor.

It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world's "seven wonders."

There are numerous incredible viewpoints from which to photograph the Taj Mahal, so you will not be disappointed.

The famed 'Princess Diana bench' and the gates on either side of the mausoleum are both excellent sites to see the Taj Mahal.

Mehtab Bagh Gardens and the banks of the Yamuna River are also excellent spots for viewing the Taj Mahal.

The Taj Mahal will be seen in all its splendor during our 14-day India tour.

First, we'll go to an incredible Taj Mahal sunset perspective, and then we'll get up incredibly early to beat the crowds and witness this magnificent structure at sunrise.

Your local guide will take you around and tell you everything about the mysteries that add to the fascination of this natural beauty.

25. The Taj Mahal's Color is gradually changing.

The Taj Mahal, perhaps India's most famous landmark, has breathtaking white walls that practically every traveler dreams of visiting.

However, as a result of pollution and pollutants in the air, the marble walls are gradually becoming yellow.

26. The Taj Mahal was disguised as a bamboo stockpile during World War II.

Even if its color is changing, the Taj Mahal remains one of the country's most treasured and important landmarks.

During World War II, the entire mansion was covered in bamboo scaffolding to defend it from bomber jets flying overhead.

The Indian army was also fighting in support of British troops, so India was targeted by enemy countries fighting against the British, US, and USSR.

Because the Taj Mahal was never struck during the war, the technique appeared to work.

27. India's National animal is the Royal Bengal Tiger.

India's national animals and emblems are perhaps the coolest! The Bengal tiger is a critically endangered species.

However, conservation efforts have resulted in an increase in the number of tigers in India!

It is estimated that the number of wild tigers has doubled since 2006, giving us tremendous hope for this magnificent species.

Now, India is home to around 3/4 of the world's tiger population, which is rather remarkable.

There are numerous national parks in India where tigers can be seen, and if you are fortunate enough to see one, it is an unforgettable experience! Some of the most visited national parks of India are

• Ranthambore National Park,
• Bandhavgarh National Park, and
• Tadoba National Park.

28. Coke and Pepsi are used as Pesticides in some parts of India.

Farmers in India's Chattisgarh state, which is one of the world's major rice-producing regions.

They began spraying their fields with Coke and Pepsi beverages because they were cheaper than traditional pesticides and seemed to perform just as well.

A closer examination of this strategy reveals that the delicious syrups attract ants to the fields, which eat the eggs and larva of insects that typically harm crops.

29. North Sentinel Island (Andaman) is regarded as one of the last "untouched" places on Earth

North Sentinel Island (Andaman and Nicobar Island), home of the Sentinelese people, is one of the last "untouched" places on Earth.

The Indian government has prohibited anyone from going within three miles of the island.

The anthropologist Madhumala Chattophadhyay had several peaceful encounters with the Sentinelese in 1991.

But the people made it clear (sometimes violently) that they did not want to be disturbed by outsiders in subsequent years.

It is now regarded as one of the last places untouched by the outside world.

30. Indian has one of the world's lowest divorce rates.

According to data, the divorce in India is approximately one out of every 100 marriages, which is significantly lower than in most other countries.

This could be due to cultural norms and the fact that arranged weddings are still common in India.

It is an old custom that once a girl is married, she will leave her in-law's house permanently if she dies

31. Frogs Get Married in India

When it comes to marriage, frogs are married in India! At least, in Varanasi.

Varanasi goes back to its ancient traditional beliefs and traditions, such as catching and marrying frogs to please the rain gods when the rains are delayed.

32. The Kumbh Mela (fair) can be seen from Space.

The Kumbh Mela is a major festival and pilgrimage destination, as well as the world's largest gathering.

While there is a celebration every year, there is a festival of larger significance every four and twelve years.

The festival's crowd is so huge that the crowd can be seen in satellite images taken from space.

33. There are Six Seasons in the Hindu Calendar.

India has a six-season calendar, with 1. spring, 2. summer, 3. monsoon, 4. autumn, 5. prewinter, and 6. winter, rather than the traditional four-season cycle that other countries recognize.

34. Ayurveda and Yoga's Origins

Varanasi is well known as the holiest city in India, as well as the birthplace of Ayurveda and Yoga and their ancient healing systems.

35. There are 29 States in India.

Many foreigners are unaware that India is divided into states.

Some of these states, such as Assam, Kashmir, and Goa, are more easily recognized due to products such as

• Assam tea, 
• Kashmir silk, and
• Goa's popular tourist destinations.

36. Tea is India's National Beverage.

It's no secret that Indians enjoy tea; the beverage is consumed throughout the day and with every meal.

India is the world's second-largest tea producer, behind China.

Tea serving to the guests is common tradition of India and Indian People.

37. India currently has the world's Tallest Statue.

The Statue of Unity is the world's tallest statue, standing at 600 feet (182 metres).

The statue honoring nationalist leader Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel is placed in Gujarat, the western state where Patel was born.

This statue stands nearly twice as tall as the Statue of Liberty (305ft or 93m).

It has around 12,000 bronze panels and weighs approximately 67,000 tonnes.

38. The Golden Temple in Amritsar provides Free Meals to thousands of people.

The Amritsar Golden Temple is the holiest temple in the Sikhism religion and is located in Amritsar, Punjab.

It is a sacred site for Sikhs and represents equality and brotherhood for the entire nation.

This temple is well-known among visitors as a place of compassion and kindness.

The temple feeds up to 100,000 people for free every day. You are welcome to participate in the dinner regardless of your race or religion.

39. India was the first to Refine and Consume Sugar.

If you have a sugar tooth, you can thank India.

Sugar was first harvested, processed, and used in cooking in India — but once people tasted the delightful stuff, sugar production swiftly expanded over the world.

40. India is largest producer of Milk

Among the many interesting facts about India is that it is the world's greatest producer of milk.

Production has increased by 35.61 percent in the last six years. This expansion has resulted in 198.4 million tonnes of milk from 2019 to 2020.

The government has even taken particular efforts to boost milk and cattle output, guaranteeing that the country remains the leading producer.

Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Punjab, Madhya Pradesh, and Andhra Pradesh is the top producing states in the country.

41. Shampoo was invented in India.

"Shampoo" is derived from the Sanskrit word "champu," which means "to massage."

The first shampoos were made from ground herbs mixed with water. Commercial bottles were not produced until the concept made waves.

42. The Steel wires in the Bandra Worli Sealink might cross the Earth.

The Bandra-Worli Sea Link is a cable bridge that connects Mumbai's Western Suburbs to South Mumbai.

It is a 3.5-mile-long, 66-foot-wide, and 413-foot-high eight-lane motorway. 

After completion in 2010, research revealed that it required 90,000 tonnes of cement to construct.

All of that weight is supported by massive steel cables weighing around 900 tonnes.

One interesting aspect about these cables is that if they were all connected end to end, they could wrap around the world.

43. Gandhi is one of India's most well-known Figures.

Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was known to his many followers as Mahatma, or "the great-souled one," for his nonviolent philosophy of peaceful resistance.

He was also known as "Bapu," which means "father" in Hindi.

He rose to prominence in India's quest for independence from Britain in the years following World War I.

He continued to strive for peace between Hindus and Muslims after Partition in 1947 until his murder in Delhi in January 1948, .

He was tragically shot by a Hindu fanatic named Nathuram Godse.

Since 1996, Gandhi's likeness has been on all Indian rupee denominations.