Contemporary Era
Republic of India
1947 AD – 2026 AD · peak 2023 AD
The Republic of India gained independence from British colonial rule on August 15, 1947, following a nationalist movement led by figures like Jawaharlal Nehru and Mahatma Gandhi. It transitioned into a federal parliamentary republic and became the world's most populous nation by 2023, with its capital at New Delhi. The country is characterized by a rapidly expanding service economy and significant advancements in space exploration, although it continues to manage border disputes with Pakistan and China.
Capital: New Delhi
Key figures
Battles in this period
Trade routes in use
- Suez Route (1869 AD – 2026 AD)
- Trans-Siberian Railway (1904 AD – 2026 AD)
- Panama Route (1914 AD – 2026 AD)
- Belt & Road Rail Corridor (2013 AD – 2026 AD)