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Significance of Indentation in Python

Indentation in Python is critical and serves the following purposes:

1. Defines Code Blocks

In Python, indentation is used to define the blocks of code. Unlike other programming languages

that use braces {} to mark code blocks,

Python uses indentation to signify a block's beginning and end. This makes the code more

readable and clean.

Example:

if True:

print("This is indented.") # Part of the if block

print("This is not indented.") # Outside the block

2. Mandatory Syntax

Python enforces indentation as part of its syntax. A failure to indent correctly results in an

IndentationError or unexpected behavior.

Example of Error:

if True:

print("No indentation will cause an error!") # IndentationError

3. Improves Readability

By enforcing a consistent structure, Python ensures that code is easy to read and understand,

even for large programs. It eliminates ambiguity

and enhances maintainability.


4. No Need for Extra Symbols

The lack of additional symbols (like braces) reduces clutter, making Python code appear cleaner

and more concise.

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