Question

Why is India often called a subcontinent

Answer 1

INDIA is filled with very vast diversities .It had worlds 1/6th population
All the people live in India with peace and harmony.Every type of religion and climate is available in India due to all these it is reffered as the sub continent

Answer 2

A continent is defined as a large landmass. A Sub Continent can be another large landmass smaller than the continent. A Sub Continent should be slightly different from how the continent is defined and that is why it is called ‘Sub’ Continent. 

AND IF U WANT SHORT ANSWER THEN HERE IT IS :-

India is considered a subcontinent of South Asia because it has distinct geographical features not shared by other Asian countries, and has a unique system of governance as well.

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