These are some of the fast facts about the People's Republic of China that students would like to know when they decide on pursuing higher studies in China.
The information on China provided here is meant for students who want to have a rough idea about China at the first glance itself.
Capital of China: Beijing
Largest City: Shanghai
Area: 9.6 million sq. K.M.
Languages: Although Mandarin is the most widely used language in China, 55 other ethnic groups have their own languages. Moreover several other dialects are also in use in China.
Government: Socialist Republic
President: Hu Jintao
Premier: Wen Jiabao
Population: With more than 1.2 billion people, population of China constitutes 22% of world's total.
Literacy rate: 37.7% (2001 Census).
Currency: Renminbi (RMB) Yuan
Calling Code: +86
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