Teens in India live in one of the fastest growing countries in the world. India is filled with signs of a strong economy, including technology, industrial growth, and an explosion of shopping centers. Many teens devote time to studies, while others are in the workforce earning income their families need to survive. Indian teens are connected through the traditions of their religions, family, and culture. Teens in India is part of Global Connections, a series that uncovers the challenges, pastimes, and customs of teens around the world.