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  1. Names of India - Wikipedia

    According to vedic tradition "Bharat" (Hindi: भारत) is the shortened form of the name "Bhāratavarṣa" in the Sanskrit language. It originates from the Vedic period and is rooted in …

  2. How India got its name, Bharat? The story of India’s original ...

    Feb 6, 2025 · While India is globally known as the name of the country, the original name of this land is believed to be Bharat or Bharatvarsha, as mentioned in several ancient texts, including …

  3. India, that is Bharat: A short history of the nation's names

    Sep 9, 2023 · So where does the name ‘Bharat’ come from? The roots of “Bharat”, “Bharata”, or “Bharatvarsha” are traced back to Puranic literature, and to the epic Mahabharata. The …

  4. India or Bharat? The row over country’s name explained

    Sep 13, 2023 · India could officially be renamed “Bharat” by the Narendra Modi government, according to recent reports that have been fueled by invites for the G20 summit that asked …

  5. What does Bharat mean and is India really set to change its ...

    Sep 11, 2023 · So what does Bharat mean and why do some people in India want to officially rename their country? The name Bharat is an ancient Sanskrit word that many historians …

  6. What is the meaning of Bharat, India’s other official name?

    Sep 5, 2023 · In the nutshell, “Bharat” is a name that reflects India’s ancient history, culture, and traditions. While both “India” and “Bharat” are used officially and colloquially, “Bharat” carries a …

  7. Bharat (2019) - IMDb

    Jun 5, 2019 · Bharat: Directed by Ali Abbas Zafar. With Salman Khan, Katrina Kaif, Sunil Grover, Tabu. At the cusp of India's birth as an Independent nation, a family makes an arduous …