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'''Gujarat''' is a state in western [[India]], bordered by [[Rajasthan]] to the northeast, [[Maharashtra]] to the south, and [[Pakistan]] to the northwest. It has a 1,600 km coastline along the Arabian Sea, the longest among Indian states. It was formed on 1 May 1960 after bifurcation from the former | |||
'''Gujarat''' is a state in western [[India]], bordered by [[Rajasthan]] to the northeast, [[Maharashtra]] to the south, and [[Pakistan]] to the northwest. It has a 1,600 km coastline along the Arabian Sea, the longest among Indian states. It was formed on 1 May 1960 after bifurcation from the former Bombay State.<ref>https://www.britannica.com/place/Gujarat</ref> | |||
== History == | == History == | ||
* Ancient sites like | * Ancient sites like Lothal and Dholavira connect Gujarat to the Indus Valley Civilization. | ||
* It was ruled by empires such as the | * It was ruled by empires such as the Mauryas, Guptas, and later the [[Delhi Sultanate]]. | ||
* Gujarat played a vital role in the Indian freedom struggle as the birthplace of [[Mahatma Gandhi]].<ref>https://www.history.com/topics/india/mahatma-gandhi</ref> | * Gujarat played a vital role in the Indian freedom struggle as the birthplace of [[Mahatma Gandhi]].<ref>https://www.history.com/topics/india/mahatma-gandhi</ref> | ||
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* Gujarat is one of India’s most industrialized and business-friendly states. | * Gujarat is one of India’s most industrialized and business-friendly states. | ||
* Key sectors: petrochemicals, textiles, chemicals, diamonds, automobiles | * Key sectors: petrochemicals, textiles, chemicals, diamonds, automobiles | ||
* Leading ports: | * Leading ports: Mundra Port and Kandla Port | ||
* Known for the | * Known for the Gujarat model of development | ||
== Culture and Festivals == | == Culture and Festivals == | ||
* Folk arts: | * Folk arts: Garba, Dandiya Raas, Bhavai | ||
* Popular festivals: [[Navratri]], | * Popular festivals: [[Navratri]], Uttarayan, [[Diwali]], [[Janmashtami]] | ||
* Cuisine: Dhokla, Thepla, Khandvi, Fafda | * Cuisine: Dhokla, Thepla, Khandvi, Fafda | ||
== Tourism == | == Tourism == | ||
* | * Gir National Park – Only home of the Asiatic lion | ||
* | * Statue of Unity – World's tallest statue, honoring [[Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel]] | ||
* Attractions: | * Attractions: Somnath Temple, Dwarka, Rann of Kutch, Saputara hill station | ||
== Education == | == Education == | ||
* Home to top institutions: [[IIM Ahmedabad]], | * Home to top institutions: [[IIM Ahmedabad]], Nirma University, [[Gujarat University]], Gujarat Technological University | ||
== See Also == | == See Also == | ||
* [[Mahatma Gandhi]] | * [[Mahatma Gandhi]] | ||
* | * Gujarat Riots 2002 | ||
* | * Economy of Gujarat | ||
* | * Tourism in Gujarat | ||
* | * Languages of Gujarat | ||
== References == | == References == | ||