What is gorkhaland issue?
The Gorkhaland movement is a campaign to create a separate state of India in the Gorkhaland region of West Bengal for the Nepali speaking Gorkha people.
Where is gorkhaland?
Gorkhaland Territorial Administration
| Gorkhaland Territorial Administration गोर्खाल्याण्ड क्षेत्रीय प्रशासन | |
|---|---|
| Country | India |
| State | West Bengal |
| District | Darjeeling, Kalimpong |
| Established | 14 March 2012 |
What was the first name of Darjeeling?
The name ‘Darjeeling’came from the Tibetan words,’dorje’meaning thunderbolt (originally the scepter of Indra) and ‘ling’a place or land, hence ‘the land of the thunderbolt’. A land-mark year in the History of Darjeeling was 1835, but it would be appropriate to trace its History before that.
When was Darjeeling discovered?
Dorjeling, later anglicised as Darjeeling, was ‘discovered’ by Captain Lloyd and J.W. Grant in 1829 as a respite for the British from the tropical climate.
What is the population of Gorkha in India?
1981 Census: 37,046. 1991 Census: 46,500. 2001 Census: 45,998 (*) 2011 Census: 63,756.
Is Darjeeling a district?
Darjeeling District (Bengali: দার্জিলিং জেলা; Nepali: दार्जीलिङ जिल्ला) is the northernmost district of the state of West Bengal in eastern India in the foothills of the Himalayas. The district is famous for its beautiful hill stations (and is often referred to as the Queen of the Hills) and Darjeeling tea.
Who is the head of GTA?
| Sam Houser | |
|---|---|
| Occupation | Video game producer, voice actor |
| Years active | 1996–present |
| Organization | Rockstar Games (President) |
| Known for | Grand Theft Auto |
What year was GTA created?
The Gorkhaland Territorial Administration Act, 2011 has come into force with effect from 15.03. 2012 and the election to the Gorkhaland Territorial Administration Sabha has been held on 29th July, 2012 and Gorkhaland Territorial Administration Sabha (GTA) has been formed with effect from 4th August, 2012.
Who built Darjeeling?
| Darjeeling | |
|---|---|
| State | West Bengal |
| District | Darjeeling |
| Settled | 1815, Treaty of Sugauli |
| Founded by | East India Company |
Why Darjeeling is called Queen of Hills?
Darjeeling is amongst one of the most significant and planned hill resort of the Indian state of West Bengal which is at a height of 2134 meters. Adding to this is the rich flora and fauna and icy chilly weather of the hill station that proudly brags on her nickname, “The Queen of Hills”.
Who created Darjeeling?
East India Company
Darjeeling/Founders
Who is real Gorkha?
The Gurkhas are soldiers from Nepal who are recruited into the British Army, and have been for the last 200 years. Gurkhas are known to be as fearless in combat as they are good natured in daily life. To this day, they remain renowned for their loyalty, professionalism and bravery.
What is the Gorkhaland movement?
The Gorkhaland Movement is a movement mainly focused in the Darjeeling Hills of West Bengal, which demands the creation of a separate state of Gorkhaland. The area covers Duars and Terai region of West Bengal. And is famous for its tea and beauty, which are the main sources of its income.
What is the Gorkhaland issue?
Q 1. What is the Gorkhaland issue? Ans. The Gorkhaland movement is a campaign to create a separate state of India in the Gorkhaland region of West Bengal. Q 2.
What is the history behind the demand for a separate Gorkhaland?
Gorkhaland is mainly composed of the Nepali-speaking people of Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Kurseong and other hilly districts of West-Bengal. The people belonging to these areas have ethical, cultural and language differences with the Bengali community of West-Bengal. The demand of Darjeeling as a separate administrative region is as old as 1907.
What is the history of Darjeeling and Gorkhaland?
The people belonging to these areas have ethical, cultural and language differences with the Bengali community of West-Bengal. The demand of Darjeeling as a separate administrative region dates back to 1907. But, the term “ Gorkhaland ” was coined recently, in the 1980s, by Subhash Ghising, the founder of Gorkha National Liberation Front (GNLF).