1. Nomenclature (भारत के नाम)
India has been known by several names throughout history, each reflecting a different cultural era:
- Aryavarta: Named after the Aryans who settled here.
- Bharat: Named after the powerful King Bharat.
- Hindustan: Coined by Persians (Iranians) who referred to the land beyond the Indus.
- Jambudweep: Mentioned in the Puranas and Buddhist literature (बौद्ध काल).