Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, hailed from Gujarat, is called the ‘Iron Man of India’. He played a key role in India’s independence, unifying princely states into the Indian Union, and was India’s first Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister.

The festival Navratri is celebrated in Gujarat with the traditional dance called Garba. Observed for nine nights, it honors Goddess Durga. People dress in vibrant attire, perform circular dances, and celebrate with music, devotion, and cultural festivities across the state.

The Narmada River, originating from Amarkantak Plateau, flows west into the Arabian Sea. It provides irrigation, drinking water, and hydroelectric power in Gujarat. The Sardar Sarovar Dam on it supports agriculture and industry, making it the state’s lifeline.

Ayyankali was a social reformer who worked for the upliftment of Dalits and fought against caste discrimination, earning him the title “Lincoln of Kerala.”

The Idukki Dam, built across the Periyar River, is the highest arch dam in India and one of the largest hydroelectric projects in the country

Munnar, located in the Idukki district, is famous for its tea plantations, cool climate, and natural beauty in the Western Ghats.

Kerala was declared the first fully literate state in India in 1991, following massive literacy campaigns led by the Kerala State Literacy Mission.

Kochi earned the title “Queen of the Arabian Sea” due to its historical importance as a trading port for spices with Arabs, Chinese, and Europeans.

Vallathol Narayana Menon is called “Mahakavi Vallathol” and was a key figure in modern Malayalam poetry. He also founded Kerala Kalamandalam.

Silent Valley National Park, located in the Nilgiri Hills of Palakkad district, is home to rare species like the Lion-tailed macaque and rich biodiversity.

Alappuzha (Alleppey) is the smallest district in Kerala by area. It’s known as the “Venice of the East” for its beautiful backwaters and houseboats.

Kerala has never had a woman Chief Minister till now. K. R. Gouri Amma was one of the most prominent female political leaders but never held the CM post.

Anamudi, located in the Eravikulam National Park, is the highest peak in South India with an elevation of about 2,695 meters.

The Lion-tailed macaque, an endangered species found in the Western Ghats, is Kerala’s state animal symbolizing wildlife conservation.

Onam is Kerala’s biggest festival, celebrated with flower carpets (Pookalam), traditional feasts, boat races, and dances.

Kunzum Pass, situated at an altitude of around 4,550 meters, links the Spiti Valley with the Lahaul region and offers scenic views of the Himalayas.

The Periyar River, about 244 km long, is the longest river in Kerala and is vital for irrigation, drinking water, and hydroelectric power.

Kerala was formed on 1 November 1956 after the reorganization of states based on language. It was created by merging Travancore, Cochin, and Malabar regions.

Idukki is the largest district of Kerala, known for its hills, dams, and wildlife sanctuaries. It’s a major hydroelectric power hub.