India Information for Kids

Hey , my niece want to know about India. Will you please give here some interesting information about India for Kids?

[Pathak]

As you want I am here giving some interesting information about India for Kids.

Facts for kids:
India is officially known as :
Republic of India.

India became an independent nation in 1947 after ending British rule that began in 1858.

India has the second largest population in the world.

India is the seventh largest country by total area.

India belongs to the continent of Asia.

It is bordered by the countries :
Bangladesh,
Bhutan,
Burma,
China,
Nepal,
Pakistan.

Highest mountain in India is :
Kanchenjunga
[standing at 8,598m (28,209 ft)]
Kanchenjunga is the third highest mountain in the world.

Many languages are spoken in India.

Capital city is New Delhi.

Most populated city in India is Mumbai.

Major cities :
Kolkata,
Chennai
Bangalore.

The Taj Mahal (a famous mausoleum and popular tourist attraction) is located in the region of Agra.

National symbol of India is the endangered Bengal Tiger.

Most popular sport in India is cricket.

India hosted the 2010 Commonwealth Games in Delhi.

India never hosted the Olympic Games.