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Native States

Most of the 560-odd native states and subdivisions of pre-1947 India acceded to the new nation, and the central government pursued a vigorous policy of integration. This took three forms: merger…

India

Infoplease has everything you need to know about India. Check out our country profile, full of essential information about India's geography, history, government, economy, population, culture,…

India: Rulers

Maurya, ancient Indian dynasty (c.325–c.183 B.C.)Asoka, Indian emperor (c.273–c.232 B.C.) of the Maurya dynastyHarsha, Indian emperor (606–47)Prithvi Raj, ruler of the Chauan dynasty of N.…

India

(Encyclopedia) CE5 India, officially Republic of India, republic (2015 est. pop. 1,309,054,000), 1,261,810 sq mi (3,268,090 sq km), S Asia. The second most populous country in the world, it is…

Movies and Film: India

IndiaMovies and FilmAsian Film HistoryTwo Chinas, Two CinemasHong Kong: Cantonese, Kung-Fu, and a New WaveBenching the Benshi: Japan's Illustrious CenturyThe Master: The Art of Akira KurosawaIndia…

Brewer's: Æsop of India

Bidpay or Pilpay. (About three centuries before the Christian era.) Source: Dictionary of Phrase and Fable, E. Cobham Brewer, 1894AetitesAesop of Germany A B C D E F G H I J K…

Brewer's: India Ink

or Chinese ink. So called because it was first brought from China. It is now made at home of lampblack and glue. Source: Dictionary of Phrase and Fable, E. Cobham Brewer, 1894India…

Brewer's: India Paper

A printing-paper made in China and Japan from vegetable fibre, and used for taking off the finest proofs of engraved plates. Pronounce Indi' paper. Source: Dictionary of Phrase and Fable…

Brewer's: India Proof

The proof of an en graving on India paper, before lettering. Source: Dictionary of Phrase and Fable, E. Cobham Brewer, 1894Indian ArrowrootIndia Paper A B C D E F G H I J K L…

India Map Quiz

Are you curious about the geography and culture of India? From the towering Himalayas to the sandy beaches of Goa, India boasts a diverse landscape and a rich history. So, how well do you know this…