Tripura GK

September 12, 2025

Ancient & Medieval Period:
- Tripura is the name also associated with the mythical king Tripur a descendant of the Yayati dynasty.
- The Manikya Dynasty ruled over it centuries. Ratna Manikya was the founder of the dynasty in the 15 th century.
- Its initial seat of power was at Udaipur (previously Rangamati) and then in the 19th century moved to Agartala.
- One of the rulers who encouraged art and culture was Maharaja Krishna Manikya (18 th century).

Modern Period and merger with India:
- Bir Bikram Kishore Manikya the final ruling king (1923-1947). He formed the Agartala Airport and is referred to as the father of modern Tripura.
- His wife Maharani Kanchan Prabha Devi was a regent after the independence of India.
- On September 9, 1949, Tripura signed the Tripura Merger Agreement which made it a Part C state.
- It was turned into a Union Territory November 1, 1956.
- On January 21, 1972, Tripura got the full statehood.

Geography of Tripura
- Location: Northeast India, with Bangladesh bordering it on north, south and west, and Assam and Mizoram to the east.
- Climate: Hot and wet tropical climate.
Major Rivers
- Gumti: This is the longest river, taking its origin in Dumbur Lake.
- Manu: is found in the Sakhan Range.
- Haora: Passes through Agartala.
- Khowai: A tributary of Haora.
Lakes:
- Dumbur Lake (Rudrasagar Lake): The biggest lake in Tripura with its water lillies and Neermahal Palace.
- Amar Sagar: Lake and picnic site.
- Highest Point: Betalongchhip (Jampui Range) some 930 meters.
- Key Ranges: Jampui, Sakhan, Langtarai and Atharamura ranges.
- Soil: The soil is mostly Laterite soil.
National Parks and Wild life Sanctuaries:
- Clouded Leopard National Park: This park is found in Sipahijola Wildlife Sanctuary.
- Rajbari (Bison) National Park: This park is found in the Trishna Wild Life Sanctuary.
- Gumti Wildlife Sanctuary
- Rowa Wildlife Sanctuary: