Question

what is meant by a sub continent​

Answer 1

A large and distinct section of a continent can be called a subcontinent. Many subcontinents are separated from the rest of a continent by geographical features. One of the most well-known subcontinents is the Indian subcontinent, which was once the country of India, but today includes Pakistan and Bangladesh.

Answer 2

a large land mass smaller than a continent especially a major sub division of a continent the Indian subcontinent