India the ancient land of mystique and spiritualism has taken giant leaps in recent years. This second most populous nation has become one of major force to reckon with.
India is the fourth largest economy in the world in terms of purchasing power parity. India is not only world’s largest democracy but is also seventh largest country by geographical area. India’s major trading partners are United States of America, China & Japan. India is emerging has one of the most important players in Information Technology and Business Process Outsourcing with revenues touching USD 20 billion in year 2005.
Tourism industry in India is growing at more than 10% every year. In 2004 more than 3 million tourists visited India. Most of the tourists coming from US, UK, France, Canada and Sri Lanka. Tourism contributes about 5% of the National GDP.
