DIVING INTO LAKSHADWEEP AFTER PM’S RECENT VISIT

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The name Lakshadweep in Malayalam and Sanskrit means ‘a hundred thousand islands’

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Discovered by Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama in the 16th century

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These islands are the only coral atolls in India. Out of the 36 coral atoll islands, 17 are uninhabited

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The oceans of Lakshadweep are home to about 600 species of fish, 78 species of corals, and 82 species of seaweed

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Land area: Approx 32 sq. km.

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Economy: Fishing, Tourism, Coconut Cultivation

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Lakshadweep is the smallest union territory of India since 1956

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The islands were historically part of an important maritime trade route, indicating connections to the ancient Indus Valley Civilization

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The islands are known for traditional dance forms like "Kolkali" and "Parichakali"

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Tuna Curry

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PM Modi on a recent trip to Lakshadweep

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DIVING INTO LAKSHADWEEP AFTER PM’S RECENT VISIT

The name Lakshadweep in Malayalam and Sanskrit means ‘a hundred thousand islands’

Discovered by Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama in the 16th century

These islands are the only coral atolls in India. Out of the 36 coral atoll islands, 17 are uninhabited

The oceans of Lakshadweep are home to about 600 species of fish, 78 species of corals, and 82 species of seaweed

Land area: Approx 32 sq. km.

Population Around 73,000

Economy: Fishing, Tourism, Coconut Cultivation

Official Language: Malayalam

Lakshadweep is the smallest union territory of India since 1956

It has10 districts, each with its administrator, further administered by the Central Government of India

The islands were historically part of an important maritime trade route, indicating connections to the ancient Indus Valley Civilization

The islands are known for traditional dance forms like "Kolkali" and "Parichakali"

Tuna Curry

Squid Fry

Banana Chips

Kurukku Kalan

POPULAR LOCAL CUISINE

PM Modi on a recent trip to Lakshadweep

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PRACHI SRIVASTAVA