Arunachal pradesh, meaning the land of the rising sun is a state comprising of 24 districts with 26 major tribes including various sub tribes. Arunachal pradesh has recorded more females in the population with sex ratio of 1003. Arunachal pradesh is the perfect state for you if you wish to explore the tribal culture and the simplicity of their exquisite beauty. Geography,languages,history pasighatthe land of rising sun. Arunachal pradesh, meaning land of the rising sun, long has been a recognized region of the indian subcontinent, receiving mention in such ancient hindu literature as the kalikapurana and the epic poems mahabharata and ramayana. Traditional skill among the adi tribes of arunachal pradesh nopr. A beloved town for world heritage site for many years and somewhat off the traditional tourist path of tawang, ziro valley is a quaint eastern himalayan town located in the remote state of arunachal pradesh in india. Arunachal is blessed with secluded monastery hamlets, an astonishing variety of orchids 500 species and, in the valleys, a wonderful mix of tribes, their. These groups seek to decrease the influence of indian government in the region and merge part of arunachal pradesh into nagaland. Intangible cultural heritage includes traditions or living expressions, inherited from our. Directorate of research, arunachal pradesh is a pioneer organization which works on the languages of the majority of tribes and publishes many books on phrase, tales, dictionaries etc.
Industrial expansion has been encouraged by the states. Arunachal pradesh, situated in the north eastern part of india is nearly 84,000 sq km in area and has a long international border with bhutan to the west 160km, china to the north and northeast 1,080 km and. Don not forget to check the following topics month wise current affairs 2019 national question answers. It is an extremely strategic area for india, in part because of the many armed. Culture of arunachal pradesh arunachal pradesh culture. The following outline is provided as an overview of and topical guide to arunachal pradesh. The child sex ratio 06 years of 976 for sts is higher than the aggregated national figure 973 for the same category. Adi, galo, aka, apatani, nyishi, tagins, bori, and bokar etc. Visitors who seek a blend of hilly harmony and forest flora and fauna will. On 20th february in 1987, it became the 24th state of the indian union. Home to picturesque mountains, unexplored passes, tranquil lakes and famous monasteries, arunachal pradesh is an amazing destination for an amazing holiday. The cultural practices of arunachal pradesh can be divided into three broad parts, the. Notes on legends and beads in arunachal pradesh, india1 stuart blackburn no one knows, with any certainty, when or by what route the people of arunachal pradesh came to their current homelands.
Intangible cultural heritages of arunachal pradesh antrocom. The widely scattered archeological remains at different places in arunachal pradesh bear testimony to its rich culture and heritage. Feb 28, 2012 among them is the traditional drink of arunachal pradesh which is made of millet and is famous as apong. Culture of arunachal pradesh the tribal people of arunachal have remained more or less untouched by modernity and prefer to adhere to their indigenous laws and culture. People and lifestyle and tribal culture groups of arunachal. This page will deals with arunachal pradesh current affairs gk question answers that means student of arunachal pradesh state can get their latest general knowledge question on their states, villages, cities e. The gayal is the state animal of arunachal pradesh and nagaland. Its godfearing people celebrate numerous festivals round the year, together with their own set of rituals, music and dance. Owing to its ethnic and cultural diversity, religion in arunachal pradesh has been a spot for the syncretism of different traditional religions.
Arunachal tourism, government of arunachal pradesh presents arunachal pradesh tourism awards to various segments of the travel and tourism industry. History of arunachal pradesh, arunachal pradesh state. One can find a plethora of bamboo and cane handicrafts along with wood carving and carpet weaving by different inhabiting tribes. A lesson from arunachal pradesh the indian express. Sericulture raw silk production also is important, and the state produces many varieties of silk yarns. Mar 14, 2017 there are several nuances worth noting here. The culture of arunachal pradesh is truly varied in the sense that the state has 26 major tribes including subtribes. The state is rich in species of flora and fauna, and has a number of wild life sanctuaries, national parks and reserves. By contrast, in four other states with such laws gujarat, himachal pradesh, madhya pradesh and uttarakhand christians are less than one per cent. Traditional theatres play crucial roles in culture and society and they are more than simply performances for the. Apr 29, 2020 arunachal pradesh arunachal pradesh, dawns province, is the most northeasterly and most sparsely populated state in india, containing just over 1 million people. Among most of the tribes of arunachal pradesh, the. Arunachal pradesh cm pema khandu wants separate time zone. Archived from the original pdf on 19 december 2008.
Although itanagar capital complex does not have district status it is counted by some as one making the district count 26 now. Gangte folk dance, arunachal pradesh o it is performed by men and women. As in other parts of northeast india, the people native to the state trace their origins to the tibetoburman people. The chief minister of arunachal pradesh is the chief executive of the indian state of arunachal pradesh. The existence of a neolithic culture in arunachal pradesh assumes greater. The culture of assam is traditionally a hybrid one, developed due to cultural assimilation of different ethnocultural groups under various politicoeconomic systems in different periods of history.
Christians constitute more than 30 per cent of the states population. Arunachal pradesh the largest of the northeastern states, this land of the dawnlit mountains is probably indias last wilderness, one thats still mercifully unspoiled. Arunachal pradesh tourism travel guide to explore arunachal. Itanagar is the capital city of the state arunachal pradesh.
Among them is the traditional drink of arunachal pradesh which is made of millet and is famous as apong. Rice is the dominant staple food and is generally garnished with vegetarian and nonvegetarian delights of different kinds. The legislative assembly comprises 60 members of legislative assembly directly elected from singleseat constituencies. It shares its border with the neighbouring countries of bhutan in the west, china. Pdf the folklore is vital in transmitting the values, beliefs and moral teachings of any given society. This pdf capsule contains all important state wise current affair events for banking,insurance, ssc,upsc and other competitive exams. Known as the the land of dawnlit mountains, arunachal pradesh finds mention in prominent scriptures of india, such as the kalika purana and mahabharata. In the16th century the ahom kings influenced the region.
The area around this state is extremely diverse, with many different ethnic groups and identities. This portion of the country is reputed for its rich cultural background, which comprises numerous regional festivals, people belonging to different religions, various kinds of dances and people. The districts of arunachal pradesh state are administrative geographical units, each headed by a deputy commissioner, an officer belonging to the indian administrative service and a superintendent of police, an officer belonging to the indian police service. View arunachal pradesh research papers on academia. Following elections to the arunachal pradesh legislative assembly, the governor usually invites the party or coalition with a. A study in kurung kumey district international journal of research in sociology and social anthropology, 20, 12. Sage parashurama washed away his sins in arunachal which was then known as. Pdf tribal culture and folklore of arunachal pradesh. Potential for cultural and ecotourism in north east india.
Arunachal pradesh finds ownself as one of the least developed states of india according to. Adorned with unspoilt landscape, this northeast state of india is a place that every nature lover and explorer should visit. Arunachal pradesh culture and tradition, the history of arunachal pradesh dates back to 1826 during which the yandaboo treaty was signed. Gayals play an important role in the social life of the people in arunachal pradesh. The population of arunachal pradesh india is 1,091,117 according to 2001 census and is scattered over 12 towns and 3649 villages. Formerly known as the north east frontier agency from the british colonial era, the area was part of assam until it was made the indian union territory of. Arunachal pradesh culture traditions, food, dance holidify. It is located about a days drive 220 kilometres 140 mi from likabali, which is at the border of assam and arunachal pradesh. List of chief ministers of arunachal pradesh wikipedia. Intangibile cultural heritage of arunchal pradesh cultural anthropology 511 530 intangible cultural heritages of arunachal pradesh rashmirekha sarma 1 abstract.
Since childhood, i have been frustrated with the mistakes in the general knowledge books on arunachal pradesh. Shying away in the north eastern corner of india, arunachal pradesh though may be an introvert when it comes to tourism, is a land of abundant travel opportunities. Arunachal pradesh history, capital, map, population. In contrary to this overall situation, any naga tribes have recorded a low sex ratio of 887.
Within india, arunachal pradesh is the state where almost 31 indigenous communities inhabit people of india survey, asi, 1997. The stunning landscape of ziro valley arunachal pradesh encompasses lush rice paddy farms, burbling rivulets and dense settlements of bamboo houses. The presidents or representatives of arunachal association of tour operators. Arunachal pradesh northeasternmost state of the republic of india.
Aalo, formerly along, is a census town and headquarter of the west siang district of the indian state of arunachal pradesh. Arunachal pradesh, state of india that constitutes a mountainous area in the extreme northeastern part of the country. Culture of arunachal pradesh encompasses the ethnic regional traditions prevalent in this northeastern indian state since several centuries. Together those tracts became the north east frontier. During the early 16th century the hilly region of arunachal pradesh were inhabited by the ahom kings and the area was under their influence and the population were more of tibetoburmese linguistic origin. Arunachal pradesh provides abundant scope for angling. These awards will be presented to district administration, classified hotels, heritage hotels, approved travel agents, tour operators and tourist. The arunachal pradesh is also endowed with many species of bamboos, medicinal and aromatic plants, canes, orchids, timber woods and many types of rare wild life in the forest, that cover about 81% of the states area. As of august 2018, arunachal pradesh comprises 25 districts. Known as the north east frontier agency during the british colonial era, the area was part of assam until it was made an indian union territory in 1972, and in 1987 it became a state. People, history and culture, is an endeavour in this direction. It is equally rich and diverse in both cultural and ecological aspects, however for a long time much of the world remained elusive to this richness because of the states remote location.
Monpa of arunachal pradesh o it is a traditional dance form of the monpa tribe, who inhabit parts of west kameng district and tawang district in arunachal pradesh. Arunachal pradesh has faced threats from insurgent groups, notably the national socialist council of nagaland nscn, who are believed to have base camps in the districts of changlang and tirap. The selection would be made from the recognized operators from arunachal pradesh. On arunachal pradesh, the court case is one of centres two. Due weightage would be given for the growth rate achieved. Arunachal pradesh is the home for 26 major tribes and more than 100 subtribes, each one with their own dance forms, festivals, tradition and belief system. In 1972, it was constituted as a union territory and renamed arunachal pradesh. Pdf mineral resource potential of arunachal pradesh and. The state of arunachal pradesh witnesses heavy rainfall between may and september.
Arunachal pradesh can be roughly divided into a set of semidistinct cultural spheres, on the basis of tribal identity, language, religion, and material culture. When on a shopping tour in arunachal pradesh make a point to pick some weaving painting, pottery, smithy work, basketry, and woodcarving. Ziro valley arunachal pradesh the land of the apatani tribe. About arunachal pradesh culture of arunachal pradesh. Arunachal pradesh and intangible cultural heritage home to 52 million indigenous peoples miller and wood 2007. Much of the native tani populations follow an indigenous belief which has been systematised under the banner donyipolo sunmoon since the spread of christianity in the region by christian missionaries in the second half of the 20th century. It belonged to neither china or india as for your question who does it really belong to though now it is a state of india. Its amazing array of flora and fauna, in a unique habitat with glaciers, high altitude meadows and sub. Geology of arunachal pradesh the state of arunachal pradesh has a strategic importance as it borders bhutan on the west, tibet and china on the the geology of the state of arunachal pradesh is very north and north east, myanmar on the east and south east. Its isolation has been a blessing in disguise and the state is well preserved in every sense of the wordboth in terms of nature and resources and culture. Culture of arunachal pradesh arunachal pradesh, the land of rising sun, is much celebrated for its natural beauty, but very few people know that this indian state has a great cultural background too. The paper highlights mineral resources available in the arunachal himalaya, and associated problems for socioeconomic development of the state of arunachal pradesh, which is under constant geoenvironmental threat in terms of earthquake.
Arunachal pradesh is inhabited by people of tribal origin. The tribal people of arunachal have remained more or less untouched by modernity and prefer to adhere to their indigenous laws and culture. Arunachal pradesh is well known for its ancient culture. Arunachal youth on a mission to save local dialects. Pdf arunachal pradesh is the home for 26 major tribes and more than 100 subtribes, each one with their own dance forms, festivals, tradition and.
The art and craft of arunachal pradesh reflects varied culture and traditions coexisting in the state. The countrys wildest and least explored state, arunachal literally, land of dawnlit mountains rises abruptly from the assam plains as a mass of improbably steep and densely forested hills, culminating in snowcapped peaks along the tibetan border. Virginal arunachal pradesh appears as a giant patch of green on indias map. India arunachal pradesh has the lowest population density of persons per sq. Most of the people of arunachal pradesh are assamese and they are of tribal origin that follows a distinct culture. It shares international borders with bhutan in the west, myanmar in the east, and a disputed border with china in the north at the mcmahon line. Arunachal pradesh is the northeasternmost state of india. Arunachal pradesh current affairs pdf march 2020 updated.
The arunachal pradesh legislative assembly is the unicameral state legislature of arunachal pradesh state in northeastern india. Arunachal pradesh borders the states of assam and nagaland to the south and shares international borders with bhutan in the west, myanmar in the east and is separated from china in the. The seat of the legislative assembly is at itanagar, the capital of the state. It borders the states of assam and nagaland to the south. Carved out of assam, it is nearly 84,000 square miles about 217,500 sq. Reflecting its rich and varied culture of the tribes, arts, and crafts of arunachal pradesh are exclusive, colorful and graceful. Arunachal pradesh has beautiful lakes like gyakar sinyi ganga lake, lake paradise sela lake, lake sange tser madhuri lake etc. Arunachal pradesh geography covering an area of 83743 sq km, arunachal pradesh extends from the snow covered himalayas to the brahmaputra plains. Arunachal pradesh popularly known as the land of rising sun is one of the. Unfortunately, there are very few studies on the oral traditions of the people of arunachal pradesh.
Every tribe has their own unique set of traditions and customs. The festivals celebrated by the arunachalees, mirror the people, culture, their artistic. To help the new generation learn about their state and appreciate each others culture, pasighat youth anto rukbo has been on a mission to prepare a general knowledge book on arunachal pradesh which is authentic and errorfree. In 1912 the british indian government made agreements with the indigenous peoples of the himalayas of northeastern india to set up the balipara frontier tract in the west, the sadiya frontier tract in the east, and the abor and mishmi hills and the tirap frontier tract in the south. The state is located in the extreme northeastern corner of the country. Jan 27, 2016 after the supreme court has sought a detailed explanation for why presidents rule has been imposed in arunachal pradesh, sources say the government will emphasize its declared position that the.
Arunachal pradesh tourism, india 2020 travel guide, best. Arunachal pradesh, the land of dawnlit mountains, is an multilingual ethnic region which is situated between 26 30 n and 29 30 n and 91 30 e and 97 30 e with an area of 83,743 km 2. Marriages are not fixed until the bridegrooms family gives at least one gayal to the brides household. Traditional theatre performances generally combine. Sage parashurama washed away his sins in arunachal which was then known as prabhu mountains. What exactly is the arunachal pradesh conflict between india. Arunachal pradesh, in the northeast area of india, is territory that is disputed by the two countries. The main practitioner of indigenous healing and cure depends from culture to culture. Arunachal pradesh tourism, india 2020 travel guide. The tribes are predominantly casteless and governed by chiefs and adults of their clan. Geographically, it is the largest among the northeast indian states commonly known as the seven sister states.
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