Question

Why is india called as the subcontinent?

Answer 1

A place is classed as a subcontinent when it is part of a continent but is considered 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

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• In the case of India, it is called a subcontinent due to its terrain because it is not a large area and is due to isolation between other countries.

More Information

• The Indian subcontinent is a subcontinent located in the southern part of Asia.

• This subcontinent is also called South Asia.

• Geologically, most of the Indian subcontinent is located on the Indian bed or Indian plate, although some parts of it are located on the Eurasian bedrock.