For those interested in adventure sports, we would suggest that you prefer Gangtok over Manali because Gangtok has more options and more spots that offer similar kind of services. Is public transportation safe in both cities? Both Manali and Gangtok offer public transportation but they are not the best options. Is Sikkim better than Manali? […]
How many Hindus are there in Srinagar?
1,180,570. As per provisional reports of Census India, population of Srinagar in 2011 is 1,180,570; of which male and female are 618,790 and 561,780 respectively.Srinagar Religion 2011. Description Total Percentage Hindu 33,191 2.75 % Muslims 1,157,750 95.97 % Christian 2,516 0.21 % Sikh 11,132 0.92 % Are there Hindus in Srinagar? The predominant religion of […]
Which state has the highest rural population in India?
Uttar Pradesh. Uttar Pradesh has the largest rural population of 155.11 million (18.62% of the country’s rural population) whereas Maharashtra has the highest urban population of 50.83 million (13.48% of country’s urban population) in the country. Which state has a larger percentage of rural population? Fifteen states have more than half their populations living in […]
Which festivals are celebrated in Gujarat and Arunachal Pradesh What do they mark?
Festivals in Gujarat are:Madhavpur Mela,Navaratri,Durga pooja,play dandiya and garba,kutuh etc… Festivals in Arunachal Pradesh are:solung,Mopin,Losar,Boori Boot,si-Donyi Dree,Nyokum,Reh festivals etc… Which festival is celebrated in Arunachal Pradesh? Solung of Adis. Solung is the most popular festival of the Adis of Arunachal Pradesh which is celebrated on September 1 every year. Though primarily an agro-based festival, it […]
Who annexed Punjab in the British Empire?
On 21 February 1849, the East India Company decisively defeated the Sikh Empire at the Battle of Gujrat bringing to an end the Second Anglo-Sikh War. Following the victory, the East India Company annexed the Punjab on 2 April 1849 and incorporated it within British India. When was Punjab annexed in British Empire? The British […]
Who lives in Malabar Hill Mumbai?
Notable residents include Adi Godrej, Cyrus Broacha, the Birla family, Shashi Ruia & family, Pallonji Mistry, the Jindal family, the Petit family, the Shah family, the Thakkar family etc. As of 2014 it is one of the most expensive areas in the world regularly featuring in the top 10 world wide localities. Is Malabar Hill […]
What makes Mumbai global city?
Mumbai is the financial, commercial and entertainment capital of India. It is also one of the world’s top ten centers of commerce in terms of global financial flow. In 2009, Mumbai was named an alpha world city. The seven islands that came to constitute Mumbai were home to communities of fishing colonies. Why Mumbai is […]
What activities are held in Kerala on the occasion of Onam?
Onam celebrations include Vallam Kali (boat races), Pulikali (tiger dances), Pookkalam (flower Rangoli), Onathappan (worship), Onam Kali, Tug of War, Thumbi Thullal (women’s dance), Kummattikali (mask dance), Onathallu (martial arts), Onavillu (music), Kazhchakkula (plantain offerings), Onapottan (costumes), How Onam is celebrated in Kerala? Onam is celebrated over 10 days during Kerala’s month of Chingam. During […]
What is Udaipur called?
the. Udaipur, is known as the “City Of Lakes”. What is the nickname of Udaipur city? the City of LakesPicturesque and elegant, Udaipur is known by many names, including “the City of Lakes”. Undoubtedly one of India’s most romantic cities, it nestles between the glassy waters of its famous lakes and the ancient Aravelli Hills. […]
Is Kolkata a dirty city?
So while progression in certain factors should ideally put West Bengal ahead of many other cities, it still has a long way to go before it is considered a clean city again, as Kolkata had ranked 25th in the 2010 cleanest cities census. Is Kolkata a clean city? According to the survey, Kolkata grabbed lowest […]
How was Bihar formed?
On December 12, 1911, the British Emperor visiting Delhi announced the creation of ‘Bihar and Orissa’ as a separate province with Patna as the capital city. On 22 March 1912, through The Bengal, Bihar and Orissa and Assam Laws Act, 1912, Bihar was carved out as a separate province in the British Indian Empire. When […]
Why is Punjab called the land of five rivers?
The word “Punjab” is made from the combination of two Persian words- ‘Panj’ which means five and ‘Ab’ meaning water, giving the actual meaning to the phrase “Land of Five Rivers”. The five rivers which gave Punjab its name are Beas, Jhelum, Chenab, Ravi, and Sutlej. Why is Punjab called the land of 5 rivers? […]
When did saree come to Kerala?
It is believed to have been introduced in Kerala under the rule of His Highness Maharaja Balaramavarma and his chief minister Ummini Thampi in the early 19th century. Who invented saree in India? Indus Valley CivilisationThe origin of the drape or a garment similar to the sari can be traced back to the Indus Valley […]
Can we grow orange in Kerala?
Mandarin orange is a subtropical fruit growing in the high ranges of Kerala. It requires deep soil rich in humus. The crop cannot withstand waterlogging. It is grown in regions having good drainage. What fruit trees grow in Kerala? Some of the main fruit giving trees of Kerala are mentioned here. Plavu (Jack fruit tree) […]
Who is the First Lady Minister of Odisha?
Nandini Satapathy. The first lady Chief Minister of Odisha Srimati Nandini Satapathy was born in Cuttack and did her degree from Ravenshaw College. Who is the first woman minister? Since 1963 India has had 16 female chief ministers, A majority of them belonged to the Indian National Congress party. The first female to become chief […]