During self introduction, how do I say “I am an Indian” or “I am from India”?

Question

I am a French language beginner from India. When I introduce myself, how do I say "I am an Indian" or "I am from India"? The books I learn from are giving for other nationalities but not mine. I need some help.

Answer 1

You can go with many sentences like:

• Je suis indien (indienne for the feminine) [I am an Indian]
• Je viens d'Inde [I come from India]
• Je suis originaire d'Inde [~= I am from India]
• Je suis né(e) en Inde [I was born in India]

And if you are still a citizen of India:

• Je suis de nationalité Indienne [I have Indian nationality]
• Je suis citoyen(ne) d'Inde [I am a citizen of India]

Answer 2

You can either use "Je suis indien / indienne", or, if you want to avoid confusion with Native Americans, "Je viens d'Inde".