VNS INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT

A PRESENTATION ON

NAGALAND STATE

PRESENTED BY KIRTI HAJARE MBA- II SEM (B)

Contents• Profile• Districts• Nagaland Administration• History• Languages• Sports• Tourism• Climate• Education• Cuisine• Culture• Religion• Dances

NAGALNAD

Profile

CAPITAL : KOHIMA

AREA : 16,579 km2

POPULATION :1,980,602(as per the 2011 census)

Profile• Nagaland is a hill state located in the extreme northeastern region of

India with its capital at Kohima.• The state shares common boundaries with Myanmar in the East, state

of Assam in the West; Arunachal Pradesh and a part of Assam in the North with Manipur in the south.

• Nagaland became the 16th state of Indian Union on 1st December 1963 by anamendment in the constitution of India; prior to that it was a union territory.

• Nagaland is home to 16 major tribes who are known for their own distinct and fascinating cultures. About 90% of the state’s population is Christian and there are good many number of churches located all in all parts of the state. For this reason Nagaland is popularly known as the "The most Baptist state in the world”.

Profile• Nagaland’s climate is pleasant throughout the year, making it one of the

favoured tourist destinations in the north eastern region. There are ample opportunities for adventurous tourists as it is ideal for trekking, rock climbing, and jungle camping. It also offers limitless exploration possibilities in its lush and verdant sub-tropical rain forests which are also a treasure trove of a plethora of medicinal plants.

Districts• Dimapur• Kiphire• Kohima• Longleng• Mokokchung• Mon• Peren• Phek• Tuesang• Wokha• Zunheboto

Nagaland Administration

Nagaland is headed by a Governor whose role is largely ceremonial. The Legislative Assembly is the real executive body of Nagaland.

Judiciary

• Nikhil Kumarthe Governor of Nagaland

• Shri Neiphiu RioChief Minister of Nagaland

• LaltharaChief Secretary of Nagaland

History In the 12th and 13th Centuries, gradual contacts with the

Ahoms of present day Assam was established but did not have any significant impact on the traditional Naga way of life. However, in the 19th century the British appeared on the scene and ultimately the area was brought under British Administration. After Independence this territory was made a centrally administered area in 1957 administered by the Governor of Assam. It was known as the Naga Hills Tuensang Area. This failed to quell popular aspirations and unrest began. Hence, in 1961, the area was renamed as Nagaland and given the status of the State of the Indian Union, which was formally inaugurated on 1 December 1963.

Languages

• Angami• Ao• Chang• Konyak• Lotha • Sema• Chakhesang

Sports Nagaland is the land of different tribal groups. These different tribal

groups play different games and sports. The state of Nagaland is blessed with nature all around. The rivers, the hills and mountains in Nagaland act as source of sports in the state. Nagaland offers sport lovers with angling, camping, trekking and mountaineering. The state government also encourages in the development of different sports of Nagaland.

Sport in Nagaland :• Wrestling• Cock Fighting• Angling• Camping• Trekking• Hornbill

Tourism• Nagaland, one of the seven sister states of Northeast India, is located in

the extreme northeastern end of India. Nagaland is famous for its exquisitely picturesque landscapes, the vibrantly colorful sunrise and sunset and lush and verdant flora. The best time to visit this beautiful part of India can be in the month of October to May. The Nagaland Tourism Department conducts tours for the visitors in the state.

Tourism• Nagaland is home to 16 different kinds of tribes, known for their distinct

and fascinating culture and tradition. The traditional ceremonial attire of each tribe is in itself an awe inspiring sight to see. Nagas by nature are lovers of fun and frolic and are hospitable towards the visitors.

Tourism• Places like Kohima, Dimapur, Phek, Wokha and Mokokchung are very

famous in Nagaland as tourist hotspots.

Climate Nagaland has heavy rain fall. The average rainfall is between 175cm and

250 cm. Most of the heavy rainfall is during the 4 months from June to September. The rains during April to May is low. Strong winds blow from the north west in February and March. The climate is pleasant.

Education The Government of Nagaland has been the development of elementary

education in the state. Primary and Secondary Education in the state is managed by the state government. The free and compulsory education policy has been introduced in the state for students below the age of 14 years.

The state has one central university located at Kohima which is the highest seat of learning for the students, teachers and researchers. The National Research Centre for Mithun (NRCM) is another pioneer institute located near Medziphema established with objectives of protecting, preserving, evolving superior herd and developing location specific health and production technology for Mithun for the Mithun rearers of the country. The state has several technical institutions including ITIs and polytechnics.

Cuisine

The People of Nagaland prefer non-vegetarian and hot food. Pork meat with bamboo shoot forms the common dish among the Naga people. Nagas prepare vegetable stew by boiling bamboo shoots and tomato together. Anishe is well known Naga dish made from dry yam leaves, which are smoked and then boiled, with pork. Rice beer, a popular drink is often accompanied by smoked beef chutney.

The cuisines of this state are mouth watering dishes that show the culture and economic resources of this state. One can easily get vegetarian as well as non vegetarian food in the state of Nagaland. But most commonly non vegetarian food is popular.

Cuisine

Culture• Nagaland is an important part of the colourful culture of India. The forests

of Nagaland are rich in bamboo and cane. Thus, naturally they are expert basket makers. Basketry among the Nagas is highly developed. However, the craft is restricted to men. All Naga men know how to weave mats of split bamboo, which is the chief material besides wood for constructing walls and floors of houses. Very important is the production of finely woven mats for drying paddy.

Religion The major religion of Nagaland is Christianity. It is the only state where

Christians form 90% of the population. Hindus and Muslims constitute the non-Naga populations of the state and form 7.7% and 1.8% of the population.

DancesFolk Dance of Zeliang Tribe It is noticed in a majority of the cases that the folk dances of Nagaland are

performed by males. However, the Zeliang tribe of Nagaland permits their women to take part in the folk dances with men. During a performance, the participants start entering slowly into the stage or arena with some distinctive movements and stand making a circle or other geometrical shape. After that, the dancers adjust the beats and then start dancing by stamping the foot on a continuous pace. The dances of this tribe are interspersed by chanting some set words in chorus and the clapping of hands. These shouting and chanting provides inspiration to every member of the group.

Folk Dance of Zeliang Tribe

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