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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. India’s government replaces ‘India’ with ancient name ‘Bharat ...

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government has replaced the name India with a Sanskrit word in dinner invitations sent to guests attending this week’s Group of 20 summit.

  3. 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 …

  4. 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 …

  5. Why some Indians want to change the country’s name to ‘Bharat

    Sep 27, 2023 · “Bharat,” on the other hand, is the word for “India” in Hindi, by far the most spoken language in the nation. Alongside English, Hindi is one of two languages used in the Indian …

  6. 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 …

  7. 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 …

  8. Bharat: why the recent push to change India’s name has a ...

    Sep 8, 2023 · Article 1 of the constitution, which deals with the name and territory of the Union, refers to the country as “India, that is Bharat”.

  9. Exploring 'Bharat': India's Historical Roots Revealed ...

    Oct 25, 2023 · The idea of 'Bharat' transcends beyond geographical territories, encapsulating a civilization's spirit, united by common culture, philosophy, and values. 'Bharat' is not merely a …

  10. Bharat: what does it mean and why is Narendra Modi's ... - SBS

    Sep 6, 2023 · Bharat is a sanskrit word that is recognised in India's Constitution as a second name for the country. Officials from Narendra Modi's government used the name on invites for …