Saral Study

Introduction

Uttarakhand boasts of a rich flora and fauna and is home to some of the most beautiful pilgrimage destinations in the country. Because of the location of this state in the western Himalayas, the state has a lot to offer to the adventure sport lovers.

Capital

Dehradun is the official capital of Uttarakhand and is also the largest city in the state. The city has the headquarters of many National Organizations and Institutes like Survey of India, Forest Research Institute, ONGC and Indian Institute of Petroleum.

Culture

Uttarakhand has a rich cultural history dating back to the prehistoric times. The state is a storehouse of art and paintings. Wood carving and stone carving are two well known art forms found in the state. Wood carving can still be seen in many temples located in the state.

Weather

Uttarakhand experiences very cold winters and summers rarely exist here. The weather is pleasant because of the Himalayas, which act as a natural coolant. The winters also bring snowfall in the state which makes the place even more beautiful.

Lifestyle

The folks of Uttarakhand have a colorful and cultured lifestyle. Different traditions and customs are followed by people belonging to different religions which make their lifestyle even more unique.

Major crops grown

Agriculture is not a much profitable work in the state because of the undulating topography and lack of means of irrigation. The major crops grown here are rice, wheat, sugarcane, soybean, maize, oilseeds and pulses.

Costume and ornaments

People of Uttarakhand wear dresses that are economical, simple as well as suited for the hilly region. Rangwali Pichora is a garment worn by the women on special occasions and during festivals. Men mostly wear dhoti or lungi teamed up with a Kurta.

Major festivals

Mostly all the major Indian festivals are celebrated by the people of Uttarakhand. Other festivals that hold importance include bhitauli, basant panchami, phool dei, harela, the nanda devi fair, , the purnagiri fair and the haathalika fair.

Tourist attractions

The state of Uttarakhand is blessed with a lot beautiful places, including snow-clad peaks, shrines and other holy places. The picturesque views of the Himalayas are worth watching. Other places of interest include Kedarnath, Badrinath, Corbett national park, Gangotri and Yamunotri.

Kinds of homes

The rural population resides in small linear villages. The rural houses generally have two stories in which the lower floor is used for keeping animals. They have access to basic amenities. The urban population resides in well built houses with all the modern facilities.

Famous personalities

Bachendri Pal, the first Indian woman to reach the top of the Everest was born in Uttarakhand. Abhinav Bindra, shooter and Olympic gold medalist are also from this state. Other famous personalities include Sunder Lal Bahuguna, a social activist and Mahendra Singh Dhoni.

Introduction

Located in an extreme corner, Tripura is bounded by Bangladesh and Assam on its sides. Tribal culture and folk music is prevalent in the state. Tripura has places of religious and archaeological importance that were earlier possessed by Maharaja’s and emperors until the country got independence.

Capital

Agartala is the capital city of Tripura. It is the second largest city is the north eastern India right after Guwahati. The city perches on the banks of river Haora and is located just 2 km away from the border of Bangladesh.

Culture

Art and craft of Tripura is very popular. Risha, Pachra and other hand woven products are demanded all over the country. Other famous craftwork is the cane and bamboo furniture.

Weather

Tripura experiences the subtropical humid type of climate with rainfall occurring during most part of the year. The average summer temperature is 28 degrees while the average winter temperature ranges between 13-18 degrees. Some areas in the state get flooded during the rainy season.

Lifestyle

Tripura has a very unique style and aura. People there are not as modest as Mumbaikars but they happily live the way they like. Clothing is simple, the weather is pleasant and agriculture earns the economy of the state.

Major Crops Grown

Tripura is a very small state and doesn’t contribute much to the country’s economy. Basically the state is popular for animal husbandry and Jhum cultivation. Other than this the crops grown here are cotton, rubber, tea, coconut, Mesta, pineapple, jackfruit, orange, etc.

Costume & Ornaments

The men generally wear a towel like cloth called ricottaJamaica with shirts accompanied by the turban. Women wear a long skirt like cloth called rinai and a short cloth as a top known as risa.

Major Festivals

KharchiPuja which is a weeklong Puja is amongst the most popular festivals of Tripura. Other important festivals include Ker puja, Garia puja and Ashokastami festival.

Tourist Attractions

Tripura has some amazing places for travellers to look through. Places like Kamalasagar, Udaipur, Agartala, Pilak, Neermahal, Damboor Lake, Jampui hill gather tourists’ attention.

Kinds of homes

Tripura is a hilly region and thus the rains are extreme. Accordingly, people of the state make their houses in order to keep themselves safe from floods and landslides.

Famous personalities

Abbas Ali, cricketer and Swami Shanti Kali Maharaj, famous Hindu priest.

Introduction

Manipur is a beautiful state set in the lap of the Himalayas. Because of its location, it is also known as the ‘Jewel of India’. Since 1956, Manipur has been a union territory and it was declared a state in 1972. The state is surrounded by beautiful hills, swamps and innumerable small rivers.

Capital

Imphal is the official capital of the state of Manipur. The city boasts of some beautiful locations and picturesque landscapes. Imphal is an ideal place for people who cherish the calm nature far from the hustle and bustle of urban life. The well built temples and ancient relics speak much about the past of Imphal.

Culture

People from India as well as abroad are well known to Manipur mainly because of its rich culture and art. The Manipuri dance is very famous because it is different from other art forms of the country. The Manipuri handlooms are colorful and varied. The local craftwork includes bed sheets and covers, saris and gowns, tribal shawls, curtains and screens.

Weather

Manipur experiences moderate type of climate almost throughout the year. The climate changes with the change in altitude. Maximum temperature doesn’t go beyond 35 degrees while winter temperatures drop down to as low as 0 degrees.

Lifestyle

The people of Manipur live a very simple and basic lifestyle. The beautiful state of Manipur has been untouched by the development and so is the life of the people. Rice and fish are the staple food of the people.

Major crops grown

Productivity in agriculture is generally low because of poor farming practices like shifting cultivation and improper use of fertilizers. Paddy is the main crop grown in the state. Rice grown in Manipur is sweet in taste. Other crops grown here include pulses, tea, wheat, orange and coffee.

Costumes and ornaments

Manipuri costumes are simple and easy to wear. The outfit for women consists of a phanek and a cloth around the skirt known as sarong. This is accompanied by a shawl locally known as innaphi. The male attire consists of a jacket and dhoti along with a white turban.

Major festivals

For the folks of Manipur, festivals symbolize their culture and ethnic values. The celebration of festivals goes on round the year. Every month or two, a festival is celebrated here. The major festivals celebrated here include Ningol Chakouba, Yaoshang, Gang-Ngai, Chumpa, Christmas, Kang and Cheiraoba.

Tourist attractions

Manipur is surely a fascinating tourist destination for people who love to explore more. The capital of Manipur is itself so beautiful and incredible that one should not miss seeing it while on a trip to Manipur. Major tourist attractions in the state include Shri Shri Govindaji temple, Kangla, Manipur State Museum, War cemetery and Loukoi Pat.

Kinds of homes

The Manipuris construct their dwelling place on the plains and not in the mountains. They live in traditional houses known as Inchau which is made up of woods and bamboo. Tin is also used for building houses. The people of Manipur love to stay in the houses that have been built with the traditional pattern.

Famous personalities

Manipur has given a lot of sportsperson to the country. One of them is Mary Kom. She is 5 times world boxing champion. Other famous people of Manipur are Laishram Devendro Singh, Kothajit Singh and Laishram Bombayla Devi.

Introduction

Kerala has always been known for its rich sources and marvellous places. It is often called the ‘spice garden of India’ because of the variety of spices it delivers to the nation. Located between the Lakshadweep Sea and the Western Ghats, Kerala is considered to be one of the peaceful and cleanest states of India. 

Capital

Thiruvananthapuram is the capital of Kerala which is also known as Trivandrum. It is a beautiful city located in the utmost south of the state. The city is regarded as the ‘evergreen city of India’ and is responsible for about 80% of all exports of software.

Culture

Kerala has always been a state of rich cultural heritage, with folk dance as its prime form of art. People here were of Dravidian culture which was related to Tamil primarily.

Weather

Weather conditions remain hot, humid and sultry for the most part of the year because it is located in the southernmost part close to the equator. It receives moderate rainfall and that is the time when it is most suitable for tourism.

Lifestyle

People in Kerala have very different lifestyles. They have bright, big temples everywhere and music and folk dance are very common.

Major Crops Grown

Kerala contributes about 63.8% to the total economy in all the major sectors. The main crops grown in Kerala are rice, rubber, tea, coconut, and spices like cardamom, pepper, and cinnamon. The minerals found in the state are bauxite, quartz, silica and many more.

Costume & Ornaments

The clothes worn by the people of Kerala are usually simply because of the hot and humid climate. Generally, women are seen in saris which are loose and placed over the head. Their attire is traditionally called Mundum Neriyathum. Men wear Mundu, which reaches the ankle.

Major Festivals

The most famous festival celebrated in Kerala is Onam. Vishu, Navratri, Diwali, mahashivratri, Easter and Christmas are among the other festivals.

Tourist Attractions

Kerala is a beautiful place which has got amazing ambience, vast stretch of greenery, lowland areas, glowing lakes and huge mountains. It has many spots that attract tourists from all over the globe. The natural history museum, zoological garden, Pu the Maliga Palace Museum, Neyyar dam, Kovalam which is a tiny beach in the capital that astonishes travellers with its beauty.

Famous personalities

Kerala has been home to many famous personalities. Kings and rulers like Raja Kesavadas, Rama Varma Kulashekhara and faces like the K.R.Narayanan-10th president of India, A. K. Antony and Shashi Tharoor are known to everyone.

Introduction

Rajasthan is a state of Kings and emperors. It has got beautiful palaces and forts that reflect the previous era. Here men are seen with long mustaches and women in formal ghagras. Shimmering temples and iconic landscape make the state stand out.

Capital

Jaipur is the capital of Rajasthan is the largest city of northern India. The city is known as the ‘ Pink City’ because of the vibrant colors of buildings and monuments. It is the most famous tourist destination of the state.

Culture

Rajasthani culture has always been dominated by folk music which also has got international recognition. Famous musical instruments like Sarangi sitar and tabla are part of almost every folk song and ballad which relates the history and Rajputani culture. Handicraft works like the Zari products, wooden furniture and embroidery are exported all over the country.

Weather

The climate of Rajasthan is semi-arid. Because of the deserts, the day temperature rises while the night temperatures fall abruptly. During summers the maximum, temp. recorded 49 degrees and for winters, it’s 7-8 degrees.

Lifestyle

Rajasthani men and women have their different attire and they believe in simple living. The villages still have Panchayats where they follow the commands of the Mukhiya.

Major Crops Grown

Rajasthan is home to many small scale industries and is the largest producer of cotton. Other than this, other major crops that are grown in the state are maize, Bajra, wheat, jowar, barley, gram and pulses. Fruits are also grown like guava, orange, mango, pomegranate and lemon.

Costume & Ornaments

People of Rajasthan like to wear colorful clothes from head to toe. The female clothing includes ghagra teamed up with a kurta and dupatta. The men on the other hand, are seen in dhoti Kurta and a white turban.

Major Festivals

The camel festival is celebrated in Rajasthan annually during the month of December or January. Other festivals are Nagaur fair, Elephant festival, Mewar festival, Mahashivratri, Holi and Guru Purnima.

Tourist Attractions

Rajasthan has some unobtrusive spots and is a perfect mix of culture and beauty. Against the magnificent dessert stand an array of camels that look picturesque at times. Forts like Chittorgarh fort, City palaces, Dilwara temples and carved havelis and temples like the Jaisalmer Havelis are all part of the beautiful state. Famous tourist destinations are Jaisalmer, Jaipur- the pink city, Bikaner, Ranthambore Tiger Reserve, Udaipur, Kanak Valley and Ajmer.

Kinds of homes

Houses in Rajasthan are made in order to reflect the scorching heat which prevails almost throughout the year.

Famous personalities

Bhairon Singh Shekhawat- VP of India, and also CM of Rajasthan, Jaswant Singh, Sachin Pilot, Gayatri Devi and many more were born in Rajasthan.