This document provides an overview of Arunachal Pradesh, India. It discusses the state's history as a territory disputed between India and China until it became a state of India in 1987. It also describes Arunachal Pradesh's geography in the Himalayas, climate that varies with elevation, diverse population of indigenous tribes, and economy that is developing hydroelectric power. The document outlines the state's cultural attractions for tourism like monasteries and national parks, as well as its educational and research institutions and traditional dances performed by its tribes.

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

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. 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.

6. 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.


7. 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.

8. 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%)

9. Economy
Year Gross Domestic Product
1980 1,070
1985 2690
1990 5080
1995 11840
2000 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

10. 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.

11. State symbols of Arunachal
Pradesh
State Bird State Flower State Animal State Tree
Hornbill Fox tail orchid Bos Frontalis Hollong

12. 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.

13. 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 .

14. Pictures related to the above
discussion-
Andhra Pradesh

15. Arunachal Pradesh is famous for its
mountainous landscape.
The Himalayas bordering Arunachal
Pradesh

16. Apatani tribal women
Aka Tribe of West Kameng

17. Urgelling Monastery, birth place
of 6th Dalai Lama
Parasuram Kund Temple,

18. Tawang Monastery, the crown of Buddhism
Buddhist temple in Itanagar, adds to
cultural heritage.
Bomdilla Monastery Temple ,A home to
Buddhist Lamas and monks .

19. Ponung Dance, A reflection of the rich
culture
Wancho Dance, performed by
Wancho tribe itself.
Dance forms

20. Khampti Dance, restricted
to women.
Idu Mishmi Ritual Dance,
performed by the priests at
several ceremonies.

21. Thank You
Meeran Ali Ahmad
Class –Xth –A
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