Question
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Is one lakh the same as one million?

Verified Answer

No, one lakh is not the same as one million.

Key Difference:

  • 1 lakh = 1,00,000
  • 1 million = 10,00,000

Comparison:

  • 1 million = 10 lakh
  • 1 lakh = 0.1 million

Why confusion happens:

  • India uses the lakh/crore system
  • Many countries use the million/billion system

Key Takeaway:

1 lakh and 1 million are different values—one million is 10 times larger than one lakh.