India got its name from the word "Sindhu," which was the original name of the Indus River mentioned in ancient texts like the Rig-Veda. The neighboring Persians pronounced "Sindhu" as "Hindu," and the Greeks later adapted this into "Indos," which evolved into the modern name "India." This naming progression reflects linguistic influences from the ancient Sanskrit word Sindhu through Persian and Greek languages to English. The term "India" was known in historical writings dating back to Persian and Greek sources over two millennia ago. The name "Bharat," also commonly used for India, comes from an ancient tribe called Bharata and has roots within Indian scriptures. Thus, the name India has evolved through foreign interpretations and historical usage linked to the Indus River, while Bharat reflects indigenous origins.
