The Penguin guide to the states and union territories of India
Material type: TextPublication details: New Delhi Penguin Books 2005Description: 298 p. mapsISBN: 9780143033394; 0143033395Subject(s): IndiaDDC classification: 954 Summary: This book provides essential information about every state and union territory in India. The Penguin Guide to the States and Union Territories of India provides authentic and up-to-date data on the twenty-eight states, six union territories, and the national capital territory of Delhi that constitute India. The comprehensive account of each state and union territory includes: a geographic profile including physical characteristics and climate; a brief history of the region; a summary of political developments since Independence; a cultural overview; demographic statistics; economy, industry, and agriculture; major educational institutions; tourist attractions, national parks, and airports; and also a detailed map. The additional features include: a full list of governors and chief ministers since Independence; current party positions in every state assembly; thorough listing of administrative divisions and important office bearers; comparative charts of population, literacy, temperature, rainfall, net state domestic product and per capita state domestic product across states; and a detailed index that allows you to access any information you might want with the greatest ease.Item type | Current library | Call number | Status | Date due | Barcode |
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Includes index.
This book provides essential information about every state and union territory in India. The Penguin Guide to the States and Union Territories of India provides authentic and up-to-date data on the twenty-eight states, six union territories, and the national capital territory of Delhi that constitute India. The comprehensive account of each state and union territory includes: a geographic profile including physical characteristics and climate; a brief history of the region; a summary of political developments since Independence; a cultural overview; demographic statistics; economy, industry, and agriculture; major educational institutions; tourist attractions, national parks, and airports; and also a detailed map. The additional features include: a full list of governors and chief ministers since Independence; current party positions in every state assembly; thorough listing of administrative divisions and important office bearers; comparative charts of population, literacy, temperature, rainfall, net state domestic product and per capita state domestic product across states; and a detailed index that allows you to access any information you might want with the greatest ease.
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