Table of Contents

1) Introduction. 2) The people of India. 3) Religion. 4) Indian culture. 5) Food and drink. 6) History. 7) Famous Indians in history. 8) Ancient universities, learning and scientists. 9) The Scottish connection. 10) Some prominent modern Indians. 11) The economy. 12) India's place in the world.

About the Author

Aline Dobbie was born in India as the daughter of a Scottish army officer serving in the Indian army. She lived in India for the first 16 years of her life, speaking Hindi, Urdu and English. Still a regualar visitor, Aline is the author of books and other publications about the country which she regards as her second home.