Saga Dawa is one of such auspicious festivals, celebrated by the people who follow Mahayana form of Buddhism. On which, they go to monasteries and offer butter lamps along with the prayers. Later, the colorful procession adorned by the monks chanting holy scriptures, go around the town of Sikkim. What is the tradition and culture […]
Why Sikkim is so poor?
Environmental degradation—by adversely effecting soil fertility, quality of water, forests, wildlife and fisheries—is a major factor in perpetuating poverty in most of the hilly areas. The dependence of rural poor, particularly the tribal societies, on natural resources is self-evident. Is Sikkim a poor state? In rural poverty, the 9.85% population of Sikkim is living below […]
How many slums are there in Mumbai?
The survey found there were 2,397 slum clusters in Mumbai. The largest numbers at 281 were in K-West Ward which spans Andheri West, Juhu, Vile Parle and Versova. What percentage of land in Mumbai is slums? In Mumbai, slums occupy just 7% of Mumbai’s total land area, but four in ten Mumbaikars live in a […]
Why is it called Kullu Manali?
History. Manali is named after the Sanātanī lawgiver Manu (see Manusmriti).The Kullu Valley in which Manali is situated is often referred to as the “Valley of the Gods”. An old village in the town has an ancient temple dedicated to the sage Manu. What is the meaning of Kullu Manali? The name Kullu derives from […]
Who ruled Goa before Portuguese?
The Bhojas ruled Goa for more than 500 years, annexing the entirety of Goa. The earliest known record of the Bhoja Empire from Goa dates from the 4th century AD, it was found in the town of Shiroda in Goa. Who were the original settlers of Goa? The first settlers of Goa are known to […]
Which city is better than Mumbai?
Delhi is far better than Mumbai where the standard of living is concerned. Though it has been in the news recently for high levels of pollution and the problem of smog, the infrastructure in Delhi is better, the roads are wider and cleaner, there is more breathing space with a lesser crowd as in comparison […]
What clothes to wear in Manali in July?
Casuals should be fine as it does get a little warm during the day. It gets considerably cooler in the evenings, so carry some light woolens. Must carry Jackets/Raincoats as the chances of rain is high these days in Manali. What should I wear in Manali in July? Evenings are always colder in Manali, even […]
Do they speak English in Delhi?
Tourists in the city have absolutely no problem in communicating with the local people as everyone from shopkeepers to travel guides and from taxi drivers to passers-by speak English very well. Some of the other languages spoken in Delhi are Marathi, Sindhi, Gujarati, Nepali, Tamil, Oriya, Malayalam, Konkani and more. What language do they speak […]
What is the dress of Uttar Pradesh?
The people of Uttar Pradesh wear a variety of native- and Western-style dress. Traditional styles of dress include colourful draped garments – such as sari for women and dhoti or lungi for men – and tailored clothes such as salwar kameez for women and kurta-pyjama for men. What is the most popular dress of men […]
How old is Varanasi?
Varanasi, India. Situated on the west bank of the Ganges, Varanasi – also known as Benares – is an important holy city for both Hindus and Buddhists. According to legend, it was founded by the Hindu deity Lord Shiva 5,000 years ago, though modern scholars believe it to be around 3,000 years old. When was […]
What is Rajasthan called as?
Rajasthan which is also known as the “Land of Maharajas” is the largest state of India, covering an area of about 342,239 sq. km. It comprises of 33 districts and its largest city is Jaipur, which is also its capital.The glory of the state is retained by its majestic palaces, forts and monuments. What is […]
Who was the king of Rajasthan?
Maharana Pratap Singh was the king of Mewar, the most powerful kingdom in the Rajasthan at that era. He becomes the legendary King due to his fighting attitude against the mighty Akbar when nearly all of the Rajput Kings and Chiefs accepted the supremacy of Akbar and entered into his vassalage. Who ruled Rajasthan first? […]
What all vegetables grow in Kerala?
10 Vegetables to grow in Kerala Okra. Tomato. Chilli. Bitter Gourd. Radish. Cucumber. Pumpkin. Brinjal. What crops grown well in Kerala? The main crops grown in the state are paddy, coconut, pepper, cashew, cassava, and plantation crops like rubber. Kerala is an Agrarian economy. What vegetables grow every month? Spinach takes around 30 days from […]
How many festivals are there in Kerala?
12 Festivals In Kerala To Experience The Rich Traditions Of God’s Own Country In 2021! The God’s Own Country has got it all – from backwaters to the most colorful festivals in India. Festivals in Kerala are celebrated with great zeal and enthusiasm, as they speak volumes about the state’s history, culture and beliefs. Which […]
Is Mumbai more clean than Delhi?
Delhi ranks 1st out of 19 major Metropolitan cities in the country for crimes (reported) while Mumbai ranked 15th. In terms of most number of murders reported, Delhi ranks 5th, while Mumbai comes in at 16th.Mumbai ranks 7th on this. Is Mumbai better than Delhi? Delhi is far better than Mumbai where the standard of […]