Indian constitution

With 25 parts containing 448 articles and 12 schedules, the Indian Constitution is the longest written Constitution of any sovereign country in the world.

Largest Human Flag

India holds the world record for the largest human flag which was formed by 43,830 volunteers in Chennai in December 2014.

Toilet Design

A design of a toilet in which human excreta are treated by earthworms has been tested in India. It has been found to be a novel technique. Toilet that required little water is safe for processing of human waste. The conversion of toilet waste is very simple and hygienic. The human excreta are completely converted to vermicakes -a resource much needed for soil.

Ground Water

A World Bank report says, " India is the largest user of groundwater in the world and its underground aquifers are being depleted at an alarming rate".

Vanamahotsav

Vanamahotsav is an annual Indian tree planting festival celebrated in the month of july. It is to create an enthusiasm in the minds of people to conserve forests.

Indian Satellite

Year                                 Satellite                             Purpose

Before 2000                                        All                                              Communication & Research

2000                                                INSAT 3-B                                           Mobile Phone

2004                                                EDUSAT                                              Student Education

2007                                                INSAT 4CR                                    DTH Telecommunication 

Asia's largest telescope

Asia's largest telescope is in Tamilnadu ( India ). It is situated at Kavalur in Javathu Mountain in Thrivannamalai District. It is named as vainubabu. Its diameter is 2.3 meter. It was designed and made in India in 1986 and a small planet was observed through this telescope in 1988. This planet is named 4130 Ramanujar.

Geographical position of India in terms of latitude and Longitude

India lies in the northern hemisphere completely latitudinally. Longitudinally lies in the eastern hemisphere. In short, it is the largest country in the South East part of Asia.

Calculation Of Indian Time

The local time of the meridian is used for calculating the Indian standard  time, Which is followed by all the places within the country. It is usually 5.1/2  hours ahead of Greenwich mean timee of the world. The 0 meridian passes through Greenwich in England. Each degree off the merieian account for 4 minutes of time and that difference between Greenwich and Indian Standard time is 82.1/2 degrees * 4= 330 minutes which is 5. 1/2 hours.

leading Religious of India

leading Religious of India:


* Hinduism

* Christianity

* Bauhaus

* Buddhism

* Islam

* Sikhism

* Zoroastrianism

Interesting Fact About India

* The Todas are a small pastoral community.
* 'Athithi Devo Bhava'- A guest is always treated as God.
* Respecting elders is a common trait among Indians.

Fundamental Rights Of Indain

* Right to equality
* Right to Freedom
* Right against exploitation
* Right to freedom of Religion
* Right to Culture and Education
* Right to constitutional remedies  

Rajasthan

Rajasthan is popularly known as 'the most colorful desert in the world' and it is the number one Tourist destination. 

Six Physical Divisions of India

1) The Northern Mountains
2) The Northern Plains
3) The Great Indian Desert
4)The Plateau Region
5) The Coastal Regions
6) The Island Regions

Taj Mahal

The Government of India banned the tanneries around Taj Mahal due to acid rain caused by these industries which affects the marble stones of this wonder of the World.

Volcanic Lava

Northwestern part of the Deccan plateau of India has been made up of volcanic lava.

Endemic Animals

Tamil Nadu ranks first among all states in the country to have endemic animals.

J.C.Bose

J.C.Bose, an Indian Botanist invented Crescograph which showed that plants have feelings.

Big Banyan

The big banyan tree in the Indian Botanical Garden near Kolkata has produced over 900 such prop roots from its branches. Its age is more than 200 years and its diameter is well over 360 meter.

Kurinji

Kurinji is a rare flower that blooms once in 12 years. It is endemic to Tamilnadu. The Nilgiris which literally means the " blue mountains " get's its name from the purplish blue flowers of Neelakurinji. The last blooming season was in 2006.