What India is famous for

1. ORIANA SEQUEIRA

2. India - some quick facts!
ž India is the largest democracy in the world and
second most populous country of 1.25 bn people!
ž The country comprises of 29 states and 7 union
territories each uniquely diverse in their own way !
ž It is the world's second-largest English speaking
country, with another 1651 languages of which
150 have a sizable speaking population!
ž The Taj Mahal is one of the seven wonders of the
world!
ž Yoga has its origins in India and has existed
for over 5,000 years!
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ž Cricket is India’s most popular sport!

3. India - some quick facts… continued!
ž Zero was invented by Aryabhatta in India !
ž The value of "pi" used in mathematics was first
calculated by an Indian mathematician in the 6th
century!
ž Ayurveda, the earliest school of medicine, was
founded in India 2500 years ago !
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ž Water on the moon was discovered by an Indian !
ž Diamonds were first mined in India !
ž The famous board game, chess was invented in
India!

4. India’s booming Business & Economy!
ž The economy of India is the sixth-largest in the
world measured by nominal GDP and the third-
largest by purchasing power parity!
ž The GDP annual growth rate for 2016 of 7.3% is the
highest in the world among the larger countries!
ž The Indian economy has the potential to become
the world's 3rd largest economy by the next decade!
ž India is a major exporter of IT & BPO services with
exports of over USD 20 billion in 2016!
ž India is the third largest start-up hub in the world!
ž India is also home to the world's third largest
billionaire pool with 111 billionaires in 2016!

5. Indian culture - an intriguing mosaic!
ž Indian culture, an amalgamation of several
cultures, spans across the Indian subcontinent
and has been influenced by a history that is
several millennia old!
ž India represents a colourful mosaic of a
number of States where their people have
different traditions, values, languages,
religious beliefs, dress and cuisines!
ž India is one of the most ethnically and
religiously diverse nations in the world and yet
there is unity in diversity!
ž Indian people place a significant importance on
religion, respect for elders and strong family
bonds!
ž Weddings in India usually span over 4-5 days
and are filled with celebrations, rituals and
festivities!

6. Many Religions and great Festival fun!
ž India is home to people of various religions like
Hindus, Christians, Muslims, Sikhs and Jains!
ž Every festival in India is celebrated in a different
way according to its rituals, customs, beliefs and
history!
ž Diwali is the Hindu festival of lights during
which people light fire crackers, offer prayers,
decorate their homes and distribute sweets !
ž People of the Christian faith celebrate their
festivals like Christmas and Easter!
ž Islamic festivals such as Ramadan and Bakr-Id
are celebrated by offering prayers in mosques,
fasting, feasting, and greeting each other!
ž The Sikhs, Buddhists and Jains have their own
unique festivals such as Guru Nanak Jayanthi ,
Buddha Purnima and Mahavir Jayanthi!

7. Rich food and exotic Spices!
ž Indian food is rich in variety, taste and flavour. Our
country is known for its love for food and spices!
ž Indian cuisine varies from region to region,
reflecting the local produce, cultural diversity, and
varied demographics of the country!
ž Each state of the country has their own style of
cooking and exclusive local dishes, drinks and
specialties. !
ž While in north India the staple diet consists of
wheat flat bread, rice forms a primary part of a meal
in south India!
ž Some of the most popular dishes include: Tandoori
chicken, biryani, prawn xacuti, dosa’s, momos,
thepla and stews!

8. Exquisite & ancient Architecture!
ž Architecture is undoubtedly one of the most
enduring achievements of Indian civilizations,
which has evolved over time!
ž Opulent palaces, ancient forts and majestic
structures are symbolic of Indian history!
ž Our country has a diverse style of construction. Be
it the rock cut temples in the south, the Islamic
palaces of the Mughals in the north, or the colonial
style influence of the Dutch, French & Portuguese!
ž The ancient historical monuments in India depict
tales of romance, bravery, strength and battles.!
ž The famous Indian monuments include the Taj
Mahal, Red Fort, Mysore Palace, Hawa Mahal,
Qutub Minar, Humayun’s Tomb and Sanchi Stupa

9. Creative Art and intricate Handicrafts !
ž Paintings, handicrafts and sculpture are a famous
part of Indian art history and depict the lifestyle of
our ancestors. These art forms are expressions of
people belonging to different cultural and social
groups of India!
ž The famous caves of Ajanta and Ellora are the finest
surviving examples of Indian art in the form of
paintings and sculptures. The caves are a UNESCO
World Heritage Site!
ž Folk and tribal art carries a deep symbolic meaning
and is manifested through various forms such as
textiles, baskets, paintings, masks and sculptures!
ž Most of the temples in the country are adorned with
ancient paintings and the exteriors have intricate
sculptures and designs meticulously carved out!

10. Melodious Music & varied Dance forms!
ž Music is an integral part of India's culture. Indian
music comprises of two main styles – Carnatic and
Hindustani!
ž Indian musical instruments are unique and consist
of the sitar, tabla, veena, dolak, et al !
ž Dance forms in our country contain mythological
elements and are structured around the common
emotions of happiness, anger, courage, fear, victory
and sorrow. !
ž Some of the famous dance forms include
Bharatnatyam, Odissi and Kathak!
ž Bollywood songs and dance originating from the
Hindi Film industry are very popular in India and
gaining popularity abroad as well!

11. A variety of Attire!
ž Traditional clothing in India greatly varies across
different parts of the country and is influenced
by local culture, geography, climate and rural or
urban settings!
ž Each state in the country has their own regional
dress and is usually worn during festivals,
weddings and important ceremonies!
ž The sari, our national dress is a piece of woman’s
clothing that sets India apart from other cultures
and is an elegant, versatile outfit. !
ž Dhoti-kurta with a head gear called the turban is
the traditional clothing for men !
ž Western wear is quite common in the urban areas
and most of the international clothing brands are
in India!

12. Indian Cinema – the world’s largest!
ž Bollywood is the informal name given to the most
popular Mumbai-based Hindi language film
industry in India!
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ž Since 1913, the film industry has made a long
journey from simple silent movies to technically
advanced movies of the present day!
ž Bollywood movies are eagerly watched by 14
million people everyday and over 1000 films are
produced each year!
ž The South Indian film industry is also growing in
popularity and comprises of movies produced in
five different languages!

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