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Lakshadweep is located in the Arabian Sea which is the part of the Indian sub continent and is the smallest union territory. The meaning of Lakshadweep is “hundred thousand islands” in Sanskrit and Malayalam. As per the name, these islands have eye-catching picture and gives the true vacation feel for those who have love for vacation, sea food, and beaches.

The entire Lakshadweep is a set of islands located close to each other. It is consisted of three coral reefs, islets, five banks etc. It is located near Kerala coast and fall under the jurisdiction of Kerala. The capital of the state is Kavaratti. And is one of the attractive places in Indian sub continent. The state has its unique animals such as butterfly fish, state tree is bread fruit. The most spoken languages include Hindi, Mahi, Tamil, and Malyalam.

Lakshadweep is consisted of 36 islands and spread across 32 square kilometers of the Arabian Sea. Out of 36 islands, ten are inhabited ones are Agatti, Bitra, Chetlat, Kadmat, Andrott, Amini, Kalpeni, Kavaratti, Kiltan and Minico. The place is full of natural beauty and exotic coral reef which is a blend of scenic beauty, modern infrastructural facilities that draws the attention of the tourists from all over the world.

Facts on Lakshadweep

Here are some important facts on the Lakshadweep Islands:

• Official Website: www.lakshadweep.gov.in
• Date of Declaration as a Union Territory: November 1, 1956
• Area: 32 sq km
• Density: 2000/Km2
• Number of Districts: 1
• Capital: Kavaratti
• Forests & National Park: Pitti Bird Sanctuary
• Languages Spoken: Divehi, Tamil, Mahi, English, Malayalam, Jeseri
• State Animal: Butterfly fish
• State Bird: Noddy Tern
• State Tree: Bread fruit
• Literacy Rate: 92.28%
• Assembly Constituency: 0
• Parliamentary constituency: 1

Lakshadweep-Go through the History

The history of Lakshadweep takes us back to the Chera king of Kerala named as Cheraman Perumal. According to the historians, he converted himself to Islam and behest of the Historians say that he converted to Islam and at the order from the Arab merchants and left his capital Craganore which is also known as Kodungallor in Mecca. Due to fierce storm, their ship wrecked on the island of Bangarma and after the storm is over, the party reached the Agatti Island and later to the islands of Lakshadweep. And after this, various soldiers started residing in the islands of Amini.

Islamic religion also dates back to the seventh century when St. Ubaidullah set sailing to different places to preach Islam. He reached the place after the ship is wrecked and he found himself on the island. He got married and converted to the Islam religion. His grave is still there in Andrott and is now considered as a sacred place amongst Muslims.

When Portugese appears, they started causing the blunder at the Laccadives (old name of Lakshadweep). They wanted to know all about the spin coir. But Portugese failed to last longer and believed to be killed by locals.

As per the modern historians, Raja of Chirakkal was the ruler of Lakshadweep in sixteenth century. After this, some islands came under the ruler Tipu Sultan and in 1799, Britishers arrived there. However, by 1854, the Lakshadweep came under the rule of East India Company and after independence, the island was counted amongst the Republic of India and became a separate union territory in 1956.

It is the smallest Union territory in India and has several functioning bodies in government. This union territory has a governor appointed by President of India. The jurisdiction of Lakshadweep is located in Kochi. And the district has its headquarters located in Kavaratti. The government consisted of several departments to develop the land. All these developments work for the growth of the people. The island is located in Lakshadweep has 10 sub divisions.  The Agatti and Minicoy and Agatti have subdivisions that come under the Deputy Collector and eight islands. The collector also works as the development commissioner and the District Magistrate who resolves the matter of law and order, revenue and land. In addition to this, additional district magistrates are also there with ten executive magistrates.  

Culture

The islands in Lakshadweep consisted of culture and tradition. There are various customs and culture followed by the people in the island. It is predominantly a Muslim area comprises of danceand folk dance. The state consisted of various customs as well as traditions influenced by Kerala. Most festivals celebrated here includes Muharram, Bakri Id and the Milad-Un-Nabi and Eid-ul-Fitr. All the festivals are celebrated with integrity. The food shows the taste of the people. As far as local cuisines are concerned, these are prepared with coconut and sea fish.

People consume a lot of coconut water every day. They add coconut in every preparation which enhances the taste of the food. The sea food and spicy meat dishes are exotic to eat. You can taste the idlis, dosa and rice etc are eaten a lot in Lakshadweep.

People

People lead a simple lifestyle with four main communities-Malmis, Aminidvis, Melacheris and Koyas. Aminidivis arrived first to inhabit to the place. The Koyas are owners, Malmis are working class community and Melacheris are labour class. All live in harmony and pace with each other.

Language Spoken

Malayalam is the most spoken language in Lakshadweep. Minicoy uses Mahi language in conversation. These days, people also speak in English and Hindi too. Grandha is the modern script of Lakshadweep.

Education

Lakshadweep has a very high literacy rate. The literacy rate is 93%. The schools and colleges follow the curriculum followed in Kerala. This creates awareness about biodiversity and climate change. Including education, the parents and children get education about sea life, fishing and wildlife as well.

Tourism

The tourism industry is fully developed and successful. It experiences different destinations as well. The tourists experience natural, scenic and magnificent environment in Lakshadweep.

Beaches Available in Lakshadweep

Here is the list of beaches in Lakshadweep:

• Minicoy Island
• Agatti Islands
• Kavaratti Islands
• Bangaram Island
• Kalpeni Island
• Kadmat
• Amindivi Islands

List of Cities in Lakshadweep

The following is the list of cities in Lakshadweep-

• Lakshadweep