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Sikkim

State in northeastern India

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Sikkim is a state in northeast India. It borders Bhutan in the east, the Tibet Autonomous Region of China in the north and northeast, Koshi Province of Nepal in the west, and West Bengal in the south. Sikkim is one of the two Indian states that share their border with just one other Indian state — West Bengal. Sikkim is also close to the Siliguri Corridor, which borders Bangladesh, Nepal and Bhutan. Sikkim is the least populous and second-smallest among the Indian states. Situated in the Eastern Himalaya, Sikkim is notable for its biodiversity, including alpine and subtropical climates, as well as being a host to Kangchenjunga, the highest peak in India and third-highest on Earth. Sikkim's capital and largest city is Gangtok. Almost 35% of the state is covered by Khangchendzonga National Park – a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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  1. Gangtok

    has capital

    Gangtok is the capital and the largest city of Sikkim. It sits at an elevation of about 1,650 metres in the Himalayan foothills.

  2. Kingdom of Sikkim

    was formerly

    The Kingdom of Sikkim was a sovereign monarchy that existed from 1642 until 1975. It was ruled by the Chogyal monarchs of the Namgyal dynasty.

  3. Namgyal dynasty

    ruled by

    The Namgyal dynasty founded the Kingdom of Sikkim in the 17th century. Its first ruler was Phuntsog Namgyal, crowned in 1642.

  4. Kangchenjunga

    contains peak

    Kanchenjunga is the third‑highest mountain in the world, reaching 8,586 m. Its southern slopes lie on the border between Sikkim and Nepal.

  5. Sikkimese Bhutia language

    uses

    Sikkimese, also known as Drenjongke, is a Tibeto‑Burman language spoken by the Bhutia community. It is one of the official languages of Sikkim.

  6. Sikkimese tea

    produces

    Sikkimese tea, especially the organic Darjeeling‑style tea, is cultivated in the high‑altitude plantations of the state. The tea received a Geographical Indication tag in 2005.

  7. Indian statehood (1975)

    became state in

    In 1975, a referendum led to the abolition of the monarchy and Sikkim's integration as an Indian state. The Indian Parliament passed the 36th Amendment to the Constitution to formalize this change.

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What is Sikkim?

Sikkim is a state in northeast India. It borders Bhutan in the east, the Tibet Autonomous Region of China in the north and northeast, Koshi Province of Nepal in the west, and West Bengal in the south. Sikkim is one of the two Indian states that share their border with just one other Indian state — West Bengal. Sikkim is also close to the Siliguri Corridor, which borders Bangladesh, Nepal and Bhutan.

What are the key concepts related to Sikkim?

The main concepts connected to Sikkim include Gangtok, Kingdom of Sikkim, Namgyal dynasty, Kangchenjunga, Sikkimese Bhutia language, Sikkimese tea, Indian statehood (1975). Each is linked on the map above with its own summary.

Which exams cover Sikkim?

Sikkim is part of State Studies, which appears in the syllabus of Sikkim PSC.