Question

why is Indian subcontinent called so

Answer 1

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India is often called a subcontinent because it is a distinct landmass, not just a country. While it has many features of a continent, it is not as big as one, so is not considered a continent.

India was once a continent (or at least a very large island). Due to continental drift, India moved north and became part of Asia.

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Answer 2

Explanation:

India is often called a subcontinent because it is a distinct landmass, not just a country. ... Due to continental drift, India moved north and became part of Asia. India is now joined with the continent of Asia, but is a distinct area separated by the Himalayas.