India became a member of the United Nations (UN) on October 30, 1945, shortly after gaining independence from British rule. As one of the founding members of the UN, India has been actively involved in international diplomacy and has contributed to various UN initiatives and peacekeeping missions over the years.

Ajatashatru, also known as Kunika, was the son of Bimbisara.

The English established their first factory in India at Surat. The East India Company, an English company formed for the exploitation of trade with East and Southeast Asia and India, set up its first factory in Surat in 1600. Surat was an important port and commercial center during that period, and it played a significant role in early English trade activities in India.

The largest lake in the world by both area and volume is (A) Caspian Sea. The Caspian Sea, although called a "sea," is technically the largest lake on Earth. It is located in Central Asia and is bordered by five countries: Russia, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, Iran, and Azerbaijan. The Caspian Sea has significant economic and environmental importance for the surrounding regions and plays a crucial role in the geopolitical landscape of the area.