Fascinating facts about India; education and more!
India is one of the most diverse countries in the world. Many people don't know that. This is not only about cultural facts but also about the educational sector. While we are not yet where we could be, these are some fascinating facts about the India educational level and more!
Second largest English speaking country
India is the second largest English speaking country in the world. Yes, we rank as number TWO
First University
Takshila - which is located in India - is said to be the first university in the world; it started around 700 BC.
World's largest school
Today, India has the world’s largest school in terms of students - the City Montessori School in Lucknow. It has more than 45 thousand students!
Shampoo
The word ‘shampoo’ is derived from Sanskrit word 'Champu' which means, massaging.
First Mars champion
India is the only country that managed to reach Mars in the first attempt.
Largest education sector
The higher education sector in India is the largest in the world with more than 70 million enrollments. India has also been able to create 40 million more vacancies for the students.
Second largest e-learning market
India’s e-learning market amounts to over US$ 40 billion making it the second largest e-learning market in the world after the USA.
FDI keeps on growing
The inflow of Foreign Direct Investment in the educational system amounted to US$ 1,256 million between April 2000 and March 2016. In the financial year 2015-16, the Indian education market was worth US$ 100 billion.
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