Question

Why is india called a sub continent?

Answer 1

A place is classed as a subcontinentwhen it is part of a continent but isconsidered either geographically or politically as an independent entity or it is smaller than a continent. India is often called a subcontinent because it is a distinct landmass, not just a country.

Answer 2

India is called a subcontinent because it shows different cultures and traditions than the rest of the continents. countries which share Indian subcontinent are- Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and Bhutan. Let's take two Asian countries, India and Japan. These both countries have different traditional values and varied thinking and cultures.