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2024 is a big year for IndiaA country in South Asia. It has the second-largest population in the world, with a population of 1.4 billion. . The country will hold one of the biggest electionsWhen a vote is held to decide who should represent a group of people.  on Earth this spring. It is the country's first election since it took the top spot from ChinaA country in East Asia, home to 1.4 billion people. and become the most populated country in the world.

India's economyThe way that money flows through a country, which affects wages and the cost of living. is growing fast too. By 2027, some expertsSomeone who knows a lot about a particular subject. think India could be the third-biggest economy.

But India has some challenges too. Many Indian children leave school before they turn 18. And some go hungry, stopping them from being healthy and growing.

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Meanwhile, Indian women still do not have the same rights and freedoms as men.

These things could change. In one Indian state, Kerala, 97% of people can read and write. The state wants everyone to be able to go to school. Other states could follow Kerala's example.

As India's population and economy grows, it could become one of the most powerful countries in the world.

Yes! India could become a world-leading country. It could challenge the West and China.

No! India is growing quickly. But it still faces big challenges, such as education, health and women's rights.

India - A country in South Asia. It has the second-largest population in the world, with a population of 1.4 billion.

Elections - When a vote is held to decide who should represent a group of people.

China - A country in East Asia, home to 1.4 billion people.

Economy - The way that money flows through a country, which affects wages and the cost of living.

Experts - Someone who knows a lot about a particular subject.