Punjab GK

Government and Politics

Punjab has a  unicameral legislature  (one house). Key administrative details include:

• Legislative Assembly : 117 seats

• National Representation : 13 seats in the Lok Sabha and 7 seats in the Rajya Sabha

• High Court : Punjab and Haryana High Court (located in Chandigarh)

• Current Ruling Party : Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)

Geography and Demographics

Punjab's geography is predominantly a fertile plain, and it's famously known as the "Land of Five Rivers".

Demographic Profile (based on latest census data) :

• Population : Over 27 million (16th most populous state in India)

• Population Density : 551 persons per square kilometer

• Urbanization : 37.5% of the population lives in urban areas

• Sex Ratio : 895 females per 1000 males

• Literacy Rate : 75.84% (83.4% as of a 2024 estimate)

• Religious Composition : Sikhs (57.7%), Hindus (38.5%)

Historical Background

Punjab has a rich and complex history, serving as a crossroads for various civilizations:

• Ancient Era