In Which State Goa Is Situated?

Is Goa a city or state?

Goa, state of India

, comprising a mainland district on the country's southwestern coast and an offshore island. It is located about 250 miles (400 km) south of Mumbai (Bombay).

When was GOA declared a state?

On 30 May 1987, the union territory was split, and Goa was made India's twenty-fifth state, with Daman and Diu remaining a union territory.

Who named Goa?

The name Goa came to

European languages brought by the Portuguese colonisers

, but its precise origin is unclear. The Indian epic Mahabharata refers to the area now known as Goa, as ‘Goparashtra' or ‘Govarashtra”‘ which means a nation of cowherds.

Who ruled Goa first?

The Mauryas

were the first dynasties to arrive in Goa and ruled from the 4th to the 7th century B.C. Later the Shatavahanas occupied the land, which began as vassals of the Mauryan Empire, but declared independence as the Mauryan Empire declined. Their rule lasted from 2nd century BC to 100 AD.

Who found India?

Vasco-Da-Gama

discovered India when on a voyage.

What is original name of Goa?

In ancient literature, Goa was known by many names, such as

Gomanchala, Gopakapattana, Gopakapattam, Gopakapuri, Govapuri, Govem

, and Gomantak. Other historical names for Goa are Sindapur, Sandabur, and Mahassapatam.

Which was the first religion in Goa?

Before Goa was colonised in the 16th century by the Portuguese,

Hinduism

was the prominent religion in the state however after the invasion, the Portuguese imposed Roman Catholicism onto the population. By the time that Goans were once again free to choose their religion, Christianity was well rooted into the state.

Which language is spoken in Goa?

Konkani language

, Indo-Aryan language of the Indo-European language family. Konkani is spoken by some 2.5 million people, mainly on the central west coast of India, where it is the official language of Goa state.

What is the best time to visit Goa?

Mid-November to Mid-February

: These are the best months to visit the party capital since the weather is pleasantly cool and comfortable. It's the perfect time to relax on the beaches amidst other tourists who make the most of these three months in Goa.

Why is Goa called Golden Goa?

Owing to the wealth gained from the spice trade, during the Portuguese domination

, Goa came into its golden age. It became the largest city in the East, boasting of no less than 300 churches within town, and having a population of over 40,000 people.

Who Ruled India first?

The Maurya Empire

(320-185 B.C.E.) was the first major historical Indian empire, and definitely the largest one created by an Indian dynasty. The empire arose as a consequence of state consolidation in northern India, which led to one state, Magadha, in today's Bihar, dominating the Ganges plain.

How old is India?

India is home to one of the oldest civilizations in the world. From the traces of hominoid activity discovered in the subcontinent, it is recognized that the area now known as India was inhabited

approximately 250,000 years ago

.

Who is the first citizen of India?

The current President of India is Ram Nath Kovind.

The President of India

acts as the symbol of unity, solidarity, and integrity of the Nation and is the first citizen of India. He is the head of the Indian state and also the Supreme Commander of the defense forces of India.

Which is the smallest state in India?

Is Goa a Portuguese?

Goa on India's western coast was freed from Portuguese rule on 19 December 1961, more than four centuries after it was colonised. … But

Goa remained a Portuguese colony until 1961

, straining relations between India and Portugal as the former's support for the anti-colonial movement in Goa grew.