Question

Why is indian subcontinent is called in subcontinent?

Answer 1

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. Characteristically, a sub continent is also considered as a part of the continent but appears geographically as a separate land and is also ruled separately. In this context India is a largest landmass which is existing separately along with other countries like Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan and many more small countries and nearby islands. Hence it is called Indian sub continent.

Answer 2

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India is called as a sub continent as it is large enough and independent politically and geographically.