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Population of Madhya Pradesh

  Population of Madhya Pradesh   Madhya Pradesh is large state in central India located in the geographic heart of India, between latitude 21.2°N-26.87°N and longitude 74°02′-82°49′ E, retains landmarks from eras throughout Indian history.Nicknamed the “heart of India” due to itsgeographical  location in India.  The state is the second- largest  in the country by area. … Read more

Relief and Structure of Madhya Pradesh

Relief and Structure of Madhya Pradesh– In graphically, Madhya Pradesh state located at middle of India in plains  between latitude 21°04’N-26.87°N and longitude 74°02′-82°49′ E, Madhya Pradesh state is exactly located in center of the India map so it known as the “Central Region” of India and also known as the “Heart of India” or … Read more

Former princely states of Madhya Pradesh & Zamindari’s

Former princely states of Madhya Pradesh & Zamindari’s Major Princely State of Odisha Bhopal State Bhopal State(pronounced was a tributary state in 18th century India, a princely salute state with 19 gun salute in a subsidiary alliance with British India from 1818 to 1947, & as an autonomous state from 1947 to 1949. Islamnagar was founded & served as the State’s first capital, which was later changed … Read more

Feudatory States in Madhya Pradesh

Feudatory States in Madhya Pradesh Introduction Madhya Pradesh had always been a state of riyasats were people were not directly ruled by some large kings. The state used to be divided in small states which were called feudatory states. These feudal were managed by Jagirdars. These Jagirdar used to report to their higher management namely kings … Read more

Paintings of Madhya Pradesh

Paintings of Madhya Pradesh Folk Painting: Source, Classification and Meaning SourceAll folk paintings belong to the realm of the ‘sacred’ and qualify as ‘auspicious art’. The driving force of these paintings and drawings is to bring auspiciousness into the house and the life of the family and community. Vernacular terms used are mangalkamna (wishing auspiciousness) and … Read more

Major dynasties of Madhya Pradesh

Major dynasties of Madhya Pradesh Beginning from 6th Century BC we find that some parts of Madhya Pradesh became thickly populated. There was growth of civilization, particularly in Malwa and Parts of the northern regions. Avanti, with its capital at Ujjaini, comprised the major part of western Malwa. It was one of the sixteen great … Read more

Handicrafts of Madhya Pradesh

Handicrafts of Madhya Pradesh In the heartland of India lies the State of Madhya Pradesh. Filled with lush forests, magnificent monuments, exuberant festivity and blissful solitude. In this land of wonderful and contrasting variety, handicrafts lend a touch of mystique – a charm unique to Madhya Pradesh. They radiate an aura, exhibit hereditary skills, whisper painstaking … Read more

Folksongs of Madhya Pradesh

Folksongs of Madhya Pradesh The history of a country is told in its popular songs. Madhya Pradesh offers a real feast to the aficionados of traditional music. Folk songs narrate stories of sacrifice, duty, love and chivalry using characteristic style of singing. The folklore of DholaMaru, originally from Rajasthan, is popular in Malwa, Nimar and … Read more

Arts Forms of Madhya Pradesh

Arts Forms of Madhya Pradesh Apart from green woods, rich wildlife, forts and monuments, Madhya Pradesh also specializes in different arts and crafts. The intricate art of Madhya Pradesh reveal its rich culture and heritage. The works of art include bamboo and cane coverings, carpet weaving, durries, folk paintings, iron crafts, jute works, metal crafts, … Read more