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Read a 9 year old boy's information report about India. What title would you give the report? Write a sub-heading for each paragraph. Here are some excellent sites about INDIA. /www.woodlands-junior.kent.sch.uk/Homework/india/
 * == INDIA ==

http://home.freeuk.net/elloughton13/india.htm

http://www.activityvillage.co.uk/india_for_kids.htm

http://kids.nationalgeographic.com/kids/places/find/india/

Here a 9 year old boy tells you about India. http://library.thinkquest.org/CR0212302/india.html

http://countries.pppst.com/india.html

The Taj Mahal http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EJd7B8PYWFk

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**India** is in south Asia.

India lies between Pakistan, China and Nepal.


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|| The National Emblem of India is a replica of the Sarnath Lion capital of Ashoka, near Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh. It depicts four lions standing back to back. The emblem symbolizes power, courage and confidence. ||^  ||
 * **National Emblem** || **National Emblem**
 * [[image:http://www.woodlands-junior.kent.sch.uk/Homework/pics/india/emblemlion.jpg width="77" height="98" align="left"]]

( Picture ) || The **National Animal** of India is the Tiger. It is respected in India for its strength and grace, as well as its incredible power. The Indian tiger is also called the Royal Bengal Tiger. || ( Picture ) || The **National Bird** of India is the Peacock. Peacocks symbolize grace, pride, and beauty. Peacocks are often used in Indian mythology and folk stories. || ( Picture ) || The **National Flower** of India is the Lotus. The **lotus** represents long life, honour, and good fortune. It is also a symbol of triumph, since the lotus is rooted in the mud and can survive to regerminate for thousands of years. Even though the lotus grows in mud, it remains pure and produces beautiful flowers. Thus, it symbolizes purity of heart and mind. || ( Picture ) || The **National Tree** of India is the Banyan Tree (Fig Tree). || ( [|Picture] ) || The **National Fruit** of India is the Mango. There are over 100 varieties of mangos in India, in a range of colours, sizes, and shapes.
 * **National Animal**
 * **National Bird**
 * **National Flower**
 * **National Tree**
 * **National Fruit**

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 * **National Sport** || [[image:http://www.woodlands-junior.kent.sch.uk/Homework/india/images/hoc.jpg width="111" height="100" align="left"]]The **National Sport** of India is the Hockey . ||


 * Quick Facts about India ||
 * [[image:http://www.woodlands-junior.kent.sch.uk/Homework/pics/india/flag.jpg width="131" height="89" align="center" caption="The Flag of India"]]

**India** lies in south Asia, between Pakistan, China and Nepal. To the north it is bordered by the [|world's highest mountain chain]. The **capital of India** is New Delhi, and the country’s largest cities are Mumbai (formerly Bombay), Delhi, and Kolkata (formerly Calcutta). **India** is the seventh largest country in the world. **India's** population is one billion making it the second most populous country after China. **India** is the largest democracy (Government by the people, like the UK is) in the world. **India** is mainly an agricultural country, though it also has a large iron and steel industry and produces every type of manufactured goods. **India is in** Southern Asia, bordering the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal, between Burma and Pakistan Map of India ** Geographic coordinates:** 20 00 N, 77 00 E **Area:** * total: 3,287,590 sq km ** Capital City: New Delhi** About 13 million people live in the capital, New Delhi. **Welcome to India! It is the land of exotic temples, different cultures, bright colours and lots of spicy food. Most of us think of these things when we talk about India. But, there is a lot more to know about India.** The country is the fourth largest country in the continent of Asia and the seventh largest country in the world. It has a population of nearly 1.2 billion people. China is the only country which has more people than India.
 * land: 2,973,190 sq km
 * water: 314,400 sq km

The southern part of India is a peninsula that is surrounded by water on three sides. The Bay of Bengal lies to the right, the Arabian Sea to the left and the Indian Ocean lies to the south of this peninsula.

Many people have heard of the Taj Mahal, being one of the most famous tourist attractions in the world. Here are some unusual and fun facts about India that you might not have even heard of!  The Indian civilization is the oldest in the world, and in spite of being the most powerful empire long ago, India has never invaded another country.  The highest range of mountains in the world called the Himalayas, originates in north India.  Though it is hard to believe, because so many of it's people can speak English, India is the largest English speaking country in the world.  In India, cows are considered sacred and will not be harmed in any way. Very often, they are found in the middle of city causing a traffic jam.  Though it has gained a reputation as being a ‘cricket-crazy’ nation, the national game of India is hockey.  Indian history and culture is very rich in diverse art forms. From these, dance is the most popular. Every state in India has its own traditional dance form. Indian dances are recognized as a form of worship.  Indian tradition speaks of a practice called ‘dowry’ wherein a girl’s parents are supposed to pay a certain amount to her groom at the time of marriage. This practice is considered illegal now, but is still widely practiced among the less educated.  ‘Sati’ was another tradition which is no longer done. Here, the women jumped onto their husband's funeral pyres if they died before them.  Tirupathi, situated in the south of India, is the most visited pilgrimage site in the world. What is even more interesting is that once there, people shave off their hair as an offering to God. <span style="font-family: Verdana,Arial,Helvetica; text-align: justify;"> The popular game of Snakes and Ladders was first invented by Indian kings. <span style="font-family: Verdana,Arial,Helvetica; text-align: justify;"> The Indian Railways employs more people than any other establishment in the world. <span style="font-family: Verdana,Arial,Helvetica; text-align: justify;"> Algebra, calculus and trigonometry all originated from India. It’s no wonder Indians are supposed to be math geniuses! <span style="font-family: Verdana,Arial,Helvetica; text-align: justify;"> Sanskrit, a language of Indian origin, is the mother of every other Indo-European language. <span style="font-family: Verdana,Arial,Helvetica; text-align: justify;"> After the United States of America, India has the largest number of software developers. <span style="font-family: Verdana,Arial,Helvetica; text-align: justify;"> Along with Japan and America, India is the only country that produces super computers. <span style="font-family: Verdana,Arial,Helvetica; text-align: justify;"> India is the largest producer of milk in the world. It also ranks among the top five in the production of sugar, fish, cotton, tea, coffee, spices, rubber and silk. <span style="font-family: Verdana,Arial,Helvetica; text-align: justify;"> In spite of having such a quickly developing economy, more than 36% of the population of India is below the poverty line. That means that they do not earn enough to feed themselves and their family. <span style="font-family: Verdana,Arial,Helvetica; text-align: justify;"> Though it is one of the most diverse countries in the world, Indians live together in harmony.

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1. The Taj Mahal at Agra was built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in the loving memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. The magnificent palace on the banks of the rive Yamuna is counted among the Seven Wonders of the World. Read more: [|http://www.famouswhy.com/List/10_Landmarks_in_India/734.html#ixzz24ecfgOsf]
 * Taj Mahal ||

2. Qutab Minar Built by Qutab-ud-din Aibak, this is the earliest specimen of Islamic structures in the country. It is located in Delhi.



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It is among the largest mosques in India. This was another piece of magnificence built by Shah Jahan in Delhi in 1656. ||
 * 3. Jama Masjid
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 * || [[image:http://www.famouswhy.com/ddd/images/lists/pictures_small/jama_masjid_delhi.jpg width="291" height="220" caption="Jama Masjid"]] ||  ||   ||
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The President’s official residence in the vicinity of the Parliament House of New Delhi was built during the British rule in India. || Read more: [|http://www.famouswhy.com/List/10_Landmarks_in_India/734.html#ixzz24eeZ4f2W] It is a grand fort built by Shah Jahan after he shifted his capital from Agra to Delhi. The fort has two gates and two halls, viz. Diwan-e-am and Diwan-e-khas. || 6 One of the magnificent pieces of modern architecture, the Lotus Temple, built in 1986, was made for the Bahai faith and is situated in the southern part of Delhi. || 7 It is a grand fort built by Shah Jahan after he shifted his capital from Agra to Delhi. The fort has two gates and two halls, viz. Diwan-e-am and Diwan-e-khas. || 8 The Golden Temple of Amritsar was built during the time of the 5th guru of the Sikhs, Guru Arjun Singh. It is considered to be the holiest place for the Sikh religion. It also houses the seat of the supreme head of the Sikhs. || 9 The Sun Temple of Konark, Orissa, was built in dedication of the Sun god. The temple is built of stones and includes thousands of pictures of daily life, gods and goddesses. || 10 The Ajanta Caves of Maharashtra were discovered in the 19th century by officers of the British Raj. The caves narrate the life in the kingdoms during the period of 200 BC to 650 AD. ||
 * Rashtrapati Bhavan
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 * || [[image:http://www.famouswhy.com/ddd/images/lists/pictures_small/mughal_garden_at_rashtrapati_bhawan_presidents_house_2106_jpg_600x.jpg width="304" height="230" caption="Rashtrapati Bhavan"]] ||
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 * 5. India Gate
 * [[image:http://www.famouswhy.com/ddd/images/lists/thumbs_small/IndiaGate.jpg caption="India Gate"]] ||  ||   ||   ||   ||   ||   ||
 * || [[image:http://www.famouswhy.com/ddd/images/lists/pictures_small/india_gate.jpg caption="India Gate"]] ||  ||   ||
 * || [[image:http://www.famouswhy.com/ddd/images/lists/pictures_small/india_gate.jpg caption="India Gate"]] ||  ||   ||
 * Lotus Temple-
 * [[image:http://www.famouswhy.com/ddd/images/lists/thumbs_small/bahai_lotus_temple_delhi_2.jpg caption="Lotus Temple"]] ||  ||   ||
 * || [[image:http://www.famouswhy.com/ddd/images/lists/pictures_small/lotus_temple.jpg width="213" height="160" caption="Lotus Temple"]] ||  ||   ||
 * Red Fort
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 * || [[image:http://www.famouswhy.com/ddd/images/lists/pictures_small/red_fort_delhi3.jpg width="278" height="210" caption="Red Fort"]] ||  ||   ||
 * || [[image:http://www.famouswhy.com/ddd/images/lists/pictures_small/red_fort_delhi3.jpg width="278" height="210" caption="Red Fort"]] ||  ||   ||
 * Golden Temple
 * [[image:http://www.famouswhy.com/ddd/images/lists/thumbs_small/goldentemple.jpg caption="Golden Temple"]] ||  ||   ||   ||   ||   ||   ||
 * || [[image:http://www.famouswhy.com/ddd/images/lists/pictures_small/goldentemple_1.jpg width="328" height="250" caption="Golden Temple"]] ||  ||   ||
 * || [[image:http://www.famouswhy.com/ddd/images/lists/pictures_small/goldentemple_1.jpg width="328" height="250" caption="Golden Temple"]] ||  ||   ||
 * Sun Temple
 * [[image:http://www.famouswhy.com/ddd/images/lists/thumbs_small/konark_sun_temple.jpg caption="Sun Temple"]] ||  ||   ||   ||   ||   ||   ||
 * Ajanta Caves
 * [[image:http://www.famouswhy.com/ddd/images/lists/thumbs_small/Ajanta_Caves.jpg width="97" height="85" caption="Ajanta Caves"]] ||  ||   ||   ||   ||   ||   ||
 * || [[image:http://www.famouswhy.com/ddd/images/lists/pictures_small/Ajanta_Caves2.jpg width="187" height="140" caption="Ajanta Caves"]] ||  ||
 * || [[image:http://www.famouswhy.com/ddd/images/lists/pictures_small/Ajanta_Caves2.jpg width="187" height="140" caption="Ajanta Caves"]] ||  ||

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