Civilization VI · Civilization Guide India
India manages happiness and faith more efficiently than almost any other civilization, turning a large population into an advantage instead of a liability.
Default LeaderGandhi / Chandragupta
FocusCulture · Faith
Unique UnitVaru
Unique InfrastructureStepwell
Unique Ability
Dharma: Indian cities receive the Follower Beliefs of every religion with at least one follower present, not just the majority religion. In Gathering Storm, this also grants +1 Amenity per religion present, +2 Spread Religion charges for Missionaries, and +100% religious pressure from Indian Trade Routes.
Unique Unit: Varu
A flexible elephant-mounted unit effective against other cavalry.
Unique Infrastructure: Stepwell
A unique improvement that boosts Housing and Amenities, supporting India's large-population playstyle.