ARUNACHAL PRADESH-

LAND OF THE RISING SUN

•Introduction•History•Geography•Climate•Demographics•Economy•Tourism•Education AND Research•Dance Forms

Introduction Arunachal Pradesh is a state of India.

Located in northeast India, Arunachal Pradesh borders the states of Assam andNagaland to the south, and shares international borders with Bhutan in the west, Burma in the east and the People's Republic of China (PRC) in the north.

Arunachal Pradesh means "land of the dawn-lit mountains". It is also known as "land of the rising sun“ ("pradesh" means "state", "territory" or "region") in reference to its position as the easternmost state of India.

History The NEFA (North East Frontier Agency) was created

in 1955. The issue was quiet for nearly a decade, a period of cordial Sino-Indian relations, but the reemergence of the issue was a major cause of the Sino-Indian War of 1962. 

Arunachal Pradesh became a separate state of India in 1987 despite the fact that the dispute over its sovereignty has not been settled with China.

More recently, Arunachal Pradesh has come to face threats from certain insurgent groups, notably the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN), who are believed to have base camps in the districts of Changlang and Tirap.

Geography Much of Arunachal Pradesh is covered by

the Himalayas. However, parts of Lohit, Changlang and Tirap are covered by the Patkai hills. Kangto, Nyegi Kangsang, the main Gorichen peak and the Eastern Gorichen peak are some of the highest peaks in this region of the Himalayas.

In 2006 Bumla pass in Tawang was opened to traders for the first time in 44 years. Traders from both sides of the pass were permitted to enter each other's territories, in addition to postal workers from each country.

Climate The climate of Arunachal Pradesh

varies with elevation. Areas that are at a very high elevation in the Upper Himalayas close to the Tibetan border enjoy an alpine or tundra climate. Below the Upper Himalayas are the Middle Himalayas, where people experience a temperate climate. Areas at the sub-Himalayan and sea-level elevation generally experience humid, sub-tropical climate with hot summers and mild winters.

Demographics Arunachal Pradesh can be roughly divided

into a set of semi-distinct cultural spheres, on the basis of tribal identity, language, religion, and material culture: the Tibetic area bordering Bhutan in the west, the Tani area in the centre of the state, the Mishmi area to the east of the Tani area, the Tai area bordering Burma, and the "Naga" area to the south, which also borders Burma.

Literacy has risen in official figures to 66.95% in 2011 from 54.74% in 2001. The literate population is said to number 789,943.

Religious percentages in Arunachal Pradesh

Hindu: (34.6%) Others : (30.7%) Christian:(18.7%) Buddhist: (13.0%) Muslim: (1.9%) Sikh: (0.1%) Jain: (<0.1%)

EconomyYear Gross Domestic

Product1980 1,0701985 26901990 50801995 118402000 17830

Arunachal Pradesh accounts for a large percentage of India's untapped hydroelectric power production potential. In 2008, the state government of Arunachal Pradesh signed deals with various Indian companies planning some 42 hydroelectric schemes

Tourism Arunachal Pradesh attracts tourists from

many parts of the world. Tourist attractions include Tawang, a beautiful town famous for its Buddhist monastery, Ziro, famous for cultural festivals, the Namdapha tiger project in Changlang district and Sela lake near Bomdila with its bamboo bridges overhanging the river.

The state is rich in wildlife. Perhaps the highest diversity of mammals in India is in Arunachal Pradesh (200+ species). The diversity of birds is also very high, 700+ and is second only to Assam.

State symbols of Arunachal Pradesh

State Bird State Flower State Animal

State Tree

Hornbill Fox tail orchid

Bos Frontalis

Hollong

Education and research The current education system in Arunachal

Pradesh is relatively underdeveloped. The state government is expanding the education system in concert with NGOs like Vivekananda Kendra.

Rajiv Gandhi University (formerly known as Arunachal University) is the premier educational institution, the only university, and North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology the only deemed university in the state. Additionally, there are nine government colleges and four private colleges in different districts, providing students a higher education.

Dance Although, dance in Arunachal

Pradesh is performed both by men and women in groups; yet there are a few dances which are restricted to men in Arunachal Pradesh. Arunachal Pradesh dance such as the war dances of the Adis, the Igu dance of the Mishmi tribe, the ritualistic dance of the Buddhist tribes are meant especially for the men. Women are strictly prohibited from performing them .

Pictures related to the above discussion-

Andhra Pradesh

Arunachal Pradesh is famous for its mountainous landscape.

The Himalayas bordering Arunachal Pradesh

Apatani tribal women

Aka Tribe of West Kameng

Urgelling Monastery, birth place of 6th Dalai Lama

Parasuram Kund Temple,

Tawang Monastery, the crown of Buddhism

Buddhist temple in Itanagar, adds to cultural heritage.

Bomdilla Monastery Temple ,A home to Buddhist Lamas and monks .

Ponung Dance, A reflection of the rich culture

Wancho Dance, performed by Wancho tribe itself.

Dance forms

Khampti Dance, restricted to women.

Idu Mishmi Ritual Dance, performed by the priests at several ceremonies.

Thank You

Meeran Ali Ahmad

Class –Xth –A

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