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Baratang Island

Overview: Baratang Island is a part of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. It is located nearly 100 km north of Port Blair. The island is situated in the Indian Ocean. Its total area is around 100 square kilometres. Baratang is known for its natural beauty

Sikkim’s Integration with India

Sikkim’s Integration with India – Monarchical Rule: Sikkim was ruled by the Chogyal dynasty (1642–1975) as a hereditary monarchy. Autonomy under British Rule: Treaty of Titaliya (1817): Gave British political/commercial access. Treaty of Tumlong (1861): Sikkim became a British protectorate. Calcutta Convention (1890): Marked Sikkim–Tibet

Goa

On May 30, 2025, Goa has celebrated its 39th Statehood Day, marking 39 years as a full-fledged state of India. Geographical Overview: Goa is located on the western coast of India, along the Arabian Sea. It is the smallest state in India by area after

Wular Lake

Wular Lake:- Wular Lake in Bandipora district (J&K), is the largest freshwater lake in India. It has tectonic origin and is both fed and drained by the Jhelum River. It was declared a Ramsar Wetland Site in 1990 due to its global ecological significance. Wular

Harike Wetland

It is one of the largest man-made wetlands of northern India. This wetland shares its area with the Tarntaran, Ferozpur, and Kapurthala districts of Punjab. It came into existence after the construction of a barrage near the confluence of rivers Sutlej and Beas in 1952.