2. Madhya Pradesh, often called the Heart of India, is a state in central India. Madhya Pradesh is the second largest state by area. The population of Madhya Pradesh is 7,25,97,565 million

3. History Madhya Pradesh occupies perhaps the oldest part of the subcontinent. Close to Bhopal at Bhimbetka are the pre-historic caves that preserve some fascinating paintings dating back to Paleolithic times. Experts have concluded that these are at least as old as the specimen at Pyrnees. This was perhaps one of the earliest dwellings of human beings.

4. Near Bhopal again, at Sanchi, one can see the votive pillar installed by the Greek Heliodorus which testifies to the fact that this region was exposed to cosmopolitan influences in the centuries before the birth of Christ. The grand stupa at Sanchi marks an important stage in the evolution of Indian architecture built by Emperor Ashoka the Great.

5. CUISINE OF MADHYA PRADESH The people of Madhya Pradesh are enticed by sumptuous dishes, making the cuisine an integral element of the culture of Madhya Pradesh. The foods are mainly hot and spicy. The cuisine of Madhya Pradesh is supposed to be the hottest and diverse of all in the Indian sub continent…………’’’’’’’’’

6. Languages The predominant and official language of the region is Hindi. … हिन्दी In addition to standard Hindi, several regional variants are spoken, which are considered by some to be dialects of Hindi.

7. Geography Madhya Pradesh in Hindi can be translated to Central Province, and it is located in the geographic heart of India. The state straddles the Narmada River, which runs east and west between the Vindhya and Satpura ranges

8. Arts And Crafts Arts and Crafts of M.P are the Specimen of Executing Perfection Arts and crafts in Madhya Pradesh have been a part of the state from times immemorial. Paintings, pottery, textile weaving, metal &wooden work.

9. Climate Madhya Pradesh has a subtropical climate. Like most of north India, it has a hot dry summer (April–June) followed by monsoon rains (July–September) and a cool and relatively dry winter.

10. Flora and fauna Forest Madhya Pradesh is endowed with rich and diverse forest resources. There are four important forest types viz.Tropical Moist, Tropical Dry, Tropical Thorn, Subtropical broadleaved Hill forests

11. Wild life In Madhya Pradesh - Nature At Its Best Madhya Pradesh is virtually a heaven for the wildlife lovers as the state is rich with a huge variety of fauna Madhya Pradesh is home to 9 National Parks Kanha and Bandhavgarh are world famous Parks..

13. Heritage and architecture Three sites in Madhya Pradesh have been declared World Heritage Sites by UNESCO: the Khajuraho Monuments, Buddhist Monuments at Sanchi and the Rock Shelters of Bhimbetka.

15. Festivals Festivals, too, enrich the culture of Madhya Pradesh Apart from celebrating all other Indian festivals like Holi, Dusshera, Diwali, Eid-ul-Fitr, Christmas the tribal festivals and fairs are also observed in full vigour and merrymaking.

17. Music and dance Music of Madhya Pradesh is rich and vibrant encompassing the rich heritage of musicians. The culture of Madhya Pradesh, in true sense, is extensively recognised for its musical extravaganza and dancing rhythms. Music from the area includes rural folk and tribal music, ceremonial and ritual music and Indian classical music. The Gwalior Gharana is one of the oldest classical musicians of origin 1542–1605

18. Demographics Madhya Pradesh is a medley of ethnic groups and tribes, caste and communities. Has amalgamation of all religions Hindu,Muslim,Jain,Christian,Budhists and Sikhs. Bhil tribals of Madhya Pradesh

19. Education The state is home to some of the premier educational and research institutions of India. Indian Institute of Technology. Medical Universities Indian Institute of Management Indore. Indian Institute of Forest Management. National Law Institute University Indian Institute of Hotel Management National University of Journalism & Communication The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research.

20. Sports Cricket is commonly played game. Soccer, basketball, volleyball, cycling, swimming, tracking, badminton, table tennis, lawn tennis are common games. Also some traditional games are played in rural areas: KhoKho, Gullidanda,Pittu

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