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

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.

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 .

CUISINE OF MADHYA PRADESHThe 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…………’’’’’’’’’

LanguagesThe predominant and official language of the

region is Hindi. … हि�न्दी� In addition to standard Hindi, several regional

variants are spoken, which are considered by some to be dialects of Hindi.

GeographyMadhya 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

Arts And CraftsArts and Crafts of M.P are the Specimen of

Executing PerfectionArts and crafts in Madhya Pradesh have been a

part of the state from times immemorial.Paintings , pottery, textile weaving, metal

&wooden work.

ClimateMadhya 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.

Flora and faunaForestMadhya 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

Wild life In Madhya Pradesh - Nature At Its BestMadhya 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. .

Heritage and architectureThree 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.

FestivalsFestivals, too, enrich the culture of Madhya PradeshApart 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.

Music and danceMusic 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

DemographicsMadhya 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

EducationThe state is home to some of the premier educational

and research institutions of India.Indian Institute of Technology.Medical UniversitiesIndian Institute of Management Indore. Indian Institute of Forest Management. National Law Institute UniversityIndian Institute of Hotel Management National University of Journalism & CommunicationThe Indian Institute of Science Education and

Research.

SportsCricket 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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