Sikkim GK

Panchayati Raj and Local Self-Government.

• The institutions of Panchayati Raj have active operations in the rural regions.
• Municipalities and development boards are dealt with by urban local bodies.

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Economy of Sikkim

Agriculture and Cash Crops

• Major crops: cardamom, ginger, oranges and paddy.
• The greatest producer of cardamom in India is Sikkim .

Tourism and Hydro Power

• The state GDP includes a great portion of tourism.
• Attractions: Nathula Pass, Yumthang Valley, Rumtek Monastery.
• The Teesta River hydropower projects increase the energy production.

Sustainable Development and organic farming.

• Sikkim was the first state to be full organic in India in 2016.
• Enhances environmental-friendly agriculture and sustainability.

Culture and Society of Sikkim

Languages, Religions, and Communities

• Languages: Nepalese, Bhote (Tibetan language), Lepcha (official) as well as English and Hindi.
• Main religions: Hinduism and Buddhism, as well as Christian and indigenous beliefs.
• Population: Lepchas (indigenous), Bhutias, and Nepalis.

Festivals and Fairs

• Losar (Tibetan New Year), Saga Dawa and Pang Lhabsol are notable Buddhist festivals.
• Hindu festivals, such as Dashain and Tihar are very popular.

Art, Music, and Handicrafts

• The traditional music comprises popular folk tunes in Nepali and Bhutia.
• Cottage industries: wood carving, thangka painting and carpet weaving.

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Sikkim science, technology and environment.

Environmental Policies and Environmental Problems.

• The common problems include landslides, earthquakes and soil erosion.
• There are stringent anti-forest and anti-wildlife laws in the state.

Biodiversity Conservation

• Known as a bio diverse hot spot with alpine and sub-tropical ecosystems.
• Some of the conservation efforts involve eco-tourism and wildlife reserves.

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  FAQs on Sikkim GK for PCS

  Q1. What is the capital of Sikkim?
  Gangtok is the capital of Sikkim.