1. Find the following information about India:
a) capital
b) location/the countries that share its borders
c) the religious breakdown of the population
d) the type of government
e) the chief of state (and head of government if different)
f) the population

2. What is India’s Republic Day?

3. The U.S. and India are the world’s two largest __________________.

4. What is the Indian government doing to ensure President Obama’s safety during the India Republic Day parade? (What measure is mentioned in this news article?)

5. Why is the Indian government taking such measures with their security?

6. What is the U.S. doing to ensure President Obama’s safety during his 3-day trip to India?

CHALLENGE: Read the “Background” below. Follow the news next week about President Obama’s trip. What types of agreements did he make with Prime Minister Modi during their meetings?