India is a land of great diversity in its physical features, languages, cultures, religions, and peoples. Some key points of diversity include: - Geographical diversity ranges from very fertile regions to very barren lands. - Over 400 languages are spoken across its regions and language can change every few miles. - Various races, cultures, and religions have contributed to social and religious diversity, including Hindus, Muslims, Buddhists, Jains, Christians and various sects within. - This diversity has historically led to political disunity and many independent principalities.