Nagaland is a hilly state in Northeast India with 16 tribes and Christianity as the dominant religion. It has a pleasant climate with heavy rainfall from June to September. The state has 16 districts and is known for its biodiversity, adventurous outdoor activities like trekking, and vibrant folk dances performed by the tribes. Nagaland cuisine features non-vegetarian dishes like pork and bamboo shoots as well as rice beer.

1. VNS INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT
A PRESENTATION ON
NAGALAND STATE
PRESENTED BY
KIRTI HAJARE
MBA- II SEM (B)

2. Contents
• Profile
• Districts
• Nagaland Administration
• History
• Languages
• Sports
• Tourism
• Climate
• Education
• Cuisine
• Culture
• Religion
• Dances

3. NAGALNAD

4. Profile
CAPITAL : KOHIMA
AREA : 16,579 km2
POPULATION :1,980,602(as per the 2011 census)

5. Profile
• Nagaland is a hill state located in the extreme northeastern region of
India with its capital at Kohima.
• The state shares common boundaries with Myanmar in the East, state
of Assam in the West; Arunachal Pradesh and a part of Assam in
the North with Manipur in the south.
• Nagaland became the 16th state of Indian Union on 1st December 1963
by anamendment in the constitution of India; prior to that it was a union
territory.
• Nagaland is home to 16 major tribes who are known for their own distinct
and fascinating cultures. About 90% of the state’s population is Christian
and there are good many number of churches located all in all parts of the
state. For this reason Nagaland is popularly known as the "The most
Baptist state in the world”.

6. Profile
• Nagaland’s climate is pleasant throughout the year, making it one of the
favoured tourist destinations in the north eastern region. There are ample
opportunities for adventurous tourists as it is ideal for trekking, rock
climbing, and jungle camping. It also offers limitless exploration
possibilities in its lush and verdant sub-tropical rain forests which are also
a treasure trove of a plethora of medicinal plants.

7. Districts
• Dimapur
• Kiphire
• Kohima
• Longleng
• Mokokchung
• Mon
• Peren
• Phek
• Tuesang
• Wokha
• Zunheboto

8. Nagaland Administration
Nagaland is headed by a Governor whose role is largely ceremonial. The
Legislative Assembly is the real executive body of Nagaland.
Judiciary
• Nikhil Kumar
the Governor of Nagaland
• Shri Neiphiu Rio
Chief Minister of Nagaland
• Lalthara
Chief Secretary of Nagaland

9. History
In the 12th and 13th Centuries, gradual contacts with the
Ahoms of present day Assam was established but did not have
any significant impact on the traditional Naga way of life.
However, in the 19th century the British appeared on the
scene and ultimately the area was brought under British
Administration. After Independence this territory was made a
centrally administered area in 1957 administered by the
Governor of Assam. It was known as the Naga Hills Tuensang
Area. This failed to quell popular aspirations and unrest
began. Hence, in 1961, the area was renamed as Nagaland
and given the status of the State of the Indian Union, which
was formally inaugurated on 1 December 1963.

10. Languages
• Angami
• Ao
• Chang
• Konyak
• Lotha
• Sema
• Chakhesang

11. Sports
Nagaland is the land of different tribal groups. These different tribal
groups play different games and sports. The state of Nagaland is blessed
with nature all around. The rivers, the hills and mountains in Nagaland act
as source of sports in the state. Nagaland offers sport lovers with angling,
camping, trekking and mountaineering. The state government also
encourages in the development of different sports of Nagaland.
Sport in Nagaland :
• Wrestling
• Cock Fighting
• Angling
• Camping
• Trekking
• Hornbill

12. Tourism
• Nagaland, one of the seven sister states of Northeast India, is located in
the extreme northeastern end of India. Nagaland is famous for its
exquisitely picturesque landscapes, the vibrantly colorful sunrise and
sunset and lush and verdant flora. The best time to visit this beautiful part
of India can be in the month of October to May. The Nagaland Tourism
Department conducts tours for the visitors in the state.

13. Tourism
• Nagaland is home to 16 different kinds of tribes, known for their distinct
and fascinating culture and tradition. The traditional ceremonial attire of
each tribe is in itself an awe inspiring sight to see. Nagas by nature are
lovers of fun and frolic and are hospitable towards the visitors.

14. Tourism
• Places like Kohima, Dimapur, Phek, Wokha and Mokokchung are very
famous in Nagaland as tourist hotspots.

15. Climate
Nagaland has heavy rain fall. The average rainfall is between 175cm and
250 cm. Most of the heavy rainfall is during the 4 months from June to
September. The rains during April to May is low. Strong winds blow from
the north west in February and March. The climate is pleasant.

16. Education
The Government of Nagaland has been the development of elementary
education in the state. Primary and Secondary Education in the state is
managed by the state government. The free and compulsory education
policy has been introduced in the state for students below the age of 14
years.
The state has one central university located at Kohima which is the highest
seat of learning for the students, teachers and researchers. The National
Research Centre for Mithun (NRCM) is another pioneer institute located
near Medziphema established with objectives of protecting, preserving,
evolving superior herd and developing location specific health and
production technology for Mithun for the Mithun rearers of the country.
The state has several technical institutions including ITIs and polytechnics.

17. Cuisine
The People of Nagaland prefer non-vegetarian and hot food. Pork
meat with bamboo shoot forms the common dish among the Naga
people. Nagas prepare vegetable stew by boiling bamboo shoots
and tomato together. Anishe is well known Naga dish made from
dry yam leaves, which are smoked and then boiled, with pork. Rice
beer, a popular drink is often accompanied by smoked beef
chutney.
The cuisines of this state are mouth watering dishes that show the
culture and economic resources of this state. One can easily get
vegetarian as well as non vegetarian food in the state of Nagaland.
But most commonly non vegetarian food is popular.

18. Cuisine

19. Culture
• Nagaland is an important part of the colourful culture of India. The forests
of Nagaland are rich in bamboo and cane. Thus, naturally they are expert
basket makers. Basketry among the Nagas is highly developed. However,
the craft is restricted to men. All Naga men know how to weave mats of
split bamboo, which is the chief material besides wood for constructing
walls and floors of houses. Very important is the production of finely
woven mats for drying paddy.

20. Religion
The major religion of Nagaland is Christianity. It is the only state where
Christians form 90% of the population. Hindus and Muslims constitute the
non-Naga populations of the state and form 7.7% and 1.8% of the
population.

21. Dances
Folk Dance of Zeliang Tribe
It is noticed in a majority of the cases that the folk dances of Nagaland are
performed by males. However, the Zeliang tribe of Nagaland permits their
women to take part in the folk dances with men. During a performance,
the participants start entering slowly into the stage or arena with some
distinctive movements and stand making a circle or other geometrical
shape. After that, the dancers adjust the beats and then start dancing by
stamping the foot on a continuous pace. The dances of this tribe are
interspersed by chanting some set words in chorus and the clapping of
hands. These shouting and chanting provides inspiration to every member
of the group.

22. Folk Dance of Zeliang Tribe