Assamese is the official language of the state, widely spoken and used in administrative functions.

Manas National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its population of Golden Langurs and diverse wildlife.

Bhupen Hazarika, the legendary singer and composer, was honored with the Bharat Ratna in 2019 for his contributions to music and culture.

Sukapha established the Ahom dynasty in the 13th century, laying the foundation for a kingdom that lasted nearly 600 years.

Balban appointed powerful and honest men like Sher Khan and Prince Muhammad as Governors of the Punjab.

Karbi Anglong district boasts the highest forest cover in Assam, contributing significantly to the state's biodiversity.

Deimachus or Daimachus was a Greek of the Seleucid Empire, who lived during the third - century BCE. He became an ambassador to the court of the Mauryan ruler Bindusara "Amitragatha" (son of Chandragupta Maurya) in Pataliputra in India. Deimachus was sent by Antiochus I Soter.

The Mudrarakshasa is a Sanskrit - language play by Vishakhadatta that narrates the ascent of the king Chandragupta Maurya to power in India. The play is an example of creative writing, but not entirely fictional.

The Gupta Empire rose to power around 320 CE and its influence extended over a large portion of the Indian subcontinent, including Punjab. The Gupta period is known as the "Golden Age of India" because of its achievements in science, technology, engineering, art, literature, culture and mathematics. The Gupta Empire gradually declined starting in the late 5th century CE, eventually dissolving around 600 CE.

Pushyamitra Shunga or Pushpamitra Shunga was the founder and the first ruler of the Shunga Empire which he established to succeed the Maurya Empire.

The Mudrarakshasa is a Sanskrit - language play by Vishakhadatta that narrates the ascent of the king Chandragupta Maurya to power in India. The play is an example of creative writing, but not entirely fictional.

Palaeolithic Age (The Early Stone Age) sited are discovered at Daulatpur, Dher, Majra, Hoshiarpur, Dhang, Nalagarh, Pirthan, Khokhra-Ka-Choa, Rampura, Sirsa, Bhud and Dholbaha.

Main fruit crops of Punjab are kinnow (reddish orange), peach, pear and guava. Punjab topped all other states in India in the production of Kinnow.

The cotton crop in Punjab, grown from the Bt-cotton seed, have been affected by a pest known as the mearly bug and white flies.

Kahn Singh Nabha was a Punjabi Sikh scholar, writer, anthologist, lexicographer, and encyclopedist. His most influential work, Mahan Kosh, inspired generations of scholars after him. He also played a role in the Singh Sabha movement.

Uttarakhand shares its international borders with Tibet (China) to the north and Nepal to the east, making it strategically significant.

The 'Long and Bhella' dances are traditional folk dances originating from the Garhwal region, performed during festivals and cultural events.

Lokratna Pant was the real name of the poet known by the pen name 'Gumani,' who contributed significantly to Uttarakhand's literary heritage.

The Chand dynasty constructed the Khagmara fort near Almora, reflecting their architectural and strategic endeavors during their reign.

Milam is a glacier located in the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, known for its trekking routes and proximity to the Milam village.

Indramani Badoni is referred to as the 'Gandhi of Uttarakhand' for his leadership in the Uttarakhand statehood movement and his commitment to non-violent protest.

The Pushpawati River flows through the Valley of Flowers, contributing to its rich biodiversity and scenic beauty

Almora district experienced a negative population growth rate in the 2011 census, indicating a decline in its population over the decade.

Nanda Devi, at 7,816 meters, is the highest peak in Uttarakhand and the second-highest in India.

The Alaknanda River originates from the Satopanth Glacier near Badrinath and is one of the main tributaries of the Ganges.

The Alpine Musk Deer is the state animal of Uttarakhand, symbolizing the region's rich biodiversity.

Uttarakhand was carved out of Uttar Pradesh and became the 27th state of India on November 9, 2000.