Nader Shah’s invasion of India. Emperor Nader Shah, the Shah of Persia (1736–47) and the founder of the Iranian Afsharid dynasty of Persia, invaded Northern India, eventually attacking Delhi in March 1739. Who invaded Delhi in 1737? The First Battle of Delhi took place on 28 March 1737 between the Marathas and the Mughal Empire. […]
How can I get Sikkim citizenship?
The applicant should be a citizen of India. Any person who was born in Sikkim or had a permanent residence therein at least for fifteen years is eligible. The wife and minor children of a person having his residence in Sikkim are also suitable. How can I get residential certificate in Sikkim? Residence Certificate Application. […]
What is the other name of Sikkim?
Drenjong. The Tibetan name for Sikkim is Drenjong (Wylie-transliteration: ‘bras ljongs), which means “valley of rice”, while the Bhutias call it Beyul Demazong, which means ‘”the hidden valley of rice”. What is Sikkim known for? A part of the Eastern Himalaya, Sikkim is notable for its biodiversity, including alpine and subtropical climates, as well as […]
How is Hindustan named India?
The Persian ‘Hindustan’, and the Latin ‘India’, are both derived from the old-Persian term ‘Hindu’. Hindu is Persian for Sindhu, the name for the Indus River in ancient Sanskrit. Hindustan became a commonly used term to refer to the Mughal Empire, comprising primarily of north India, prior to British rule. How did Hindustan get named […]
What do Punjabis call their sister?
we call sister in Punjabi as “bhain” it is similar to Behan in Hindi but in punjabi it is called bhain. What do you call your younger sister in Punjabi? My Sister – Bhenji. My Younger Sister – Bhen. What do we call Didi in Punjabi? Didi means elder sister. Sister is referred as behen […]
Does snowfall happen in Delhi?
Delhi’s temperature doesn’t touch 0 degree celsius, it is highly unlikely to have snowfall in Delhi. Has there ever snowed in Delhi? Can it snow in Delhi? It almost did!While hailstorms are not rare in Delhi, their occurrence is infrequent. Now, hail and snow are entirely different phenomenon, but with the mercury at nearly freezing […]
How old is Punjabi language?
Punjabi emerged as an Apabhramsha, a degenerated form of Prakrit, in the 7th century A.D. and became stable by the 10th century. The earliest writings in Punjabi belong to Nath Yogi era from 9th to 14th century A.D. Is Punjabi 5500 years old? In the present world many people in Punjab (India & Pakistan) as […]
How far is Agra from Delhi?
221 Kms. Distance Between Delhi to Agra Distance between Delhi to Agra by Road is 221 Kms Distance between Delhi to Agra by Flight is 178 Kms Travel Time from Delhi to Agra by Road is 2:40 hrs Nearest Airport in Delhi Indira Gandhi (28.61, 77.21) Nearest Airport in Agra Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyay Airport […]
Which work is famous in Kerala?
The Kerala handicrafts not to be missed are Brass and Bell Metal Works, Coir and Cane Products, Ivory Works, Lacquer Ware, Sandalwood Carving, Textiles, Wooden Toys, Kathakali Masks, and Wood Carving amongst others. What kind of work Kerala people do? The work they do: Kerala : The people are engaged agriculture and fishing. Ladakh: The […]
Who is the famous scientist of Odisha?
Famous Odia Scientists Sl. No. Name Address 1 Samanta Chandra Sekhar Khandapada 2 Dr. Pranakrushna Parija Khurda Who are the 5 famous scientists? The 10 Greatest Scientists of All Time Albert Einstein (Credit: Mark Marturello) Marie Curie (Credit: Mark Marturello) Isaac Newton (Credit: Mark Marturello) Charles Darwin (Credit: Mark Marturello) Nikola Tesla (Credit: Mark Marturello) […]
Why do Punjabis go to Canada?
Punjabis first arrived in Canada during the late 19th century to work in the forestry industry.In the mid 20th century Canadian immigration laws were relaxed, fostering rapid population growth into the present day. Why do Punjabis prefer Canada? Since the sound economy of Canada provides more job opportunities to them and that too at a […]
Are there any foreigners in Goa?
“Foreigner-only” beaches of Goa Although no beach in Goa or anywhere in India legally restricts the entry of Indians, Goans do not allow Indians on some beaches as they think they cause a nuisance for foreigners. How many foreigners are there in Goa? In 2019, the domestic tourists arriving to the state of Goa accounted […]
How are Agra people?
People of Agra are warm, calm, and very cooperative. This majestic city is a home of diversified people from different beliefs. The residents of Agra have adopted a contemporary style of dressing and lifestyle. The men wear trousers and shirts and women wear traditional wears. What kind of people live in Agra? Although Agra city […]
What are the major sources of air pollution in Delhi?
Motor vehicle emissions are one of the causes of poor air quality. Other causes include wood-burning fires, cow dung cake combustion, fires on agricultural land, exhaust from diesel generators, dust from construction sites, burning garbage and illegal industrial activities in Delhi. Why Delhi air is polluted? A mix of factors like vehicular and industrial emissions, […]
What is the State Food of Uttarakhand?
Kafuli. Kafuli is popularly known as the State Food of Uttarakhand. It is served with the gravy made out of the paste of rice or wheat and water. Main Ingredients: Spinach Leaves, Fenugreek Leaves, Spices, Rice Powder, Curd, Water and Salt. What is the famous food of Uttarakhand? Some popular dishes of Uttarakhand cuisine are: […]