Is Madhesh a country?
The flat southern region of Nepal – the Terai – is known as Madhes in the Nepalese language and its indigenous inhabitants are called Madhesi. The Terai stretches from the east to the west of the country along the Nepalese-Indian border adjoining the Indian states of Bihar, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal.
Where is Madhesh?
Nepal
The Madheshi are the inhabitants of the Terai region in the south of Nepal at the foothill of the Himalayas on the border to India.
What is the main occupation of Terai region?
The main occupation of this region is agriculture. The major festivals of this region are Dashain, Tihar, Lhosar, Udhauli, Ubhauli etc. Similarly, people of Kathmandu and pokhara celebrate various jatras throughout the Country. The terai region lies in the southern part of the country.
Why did India block Nepal?
Nepal has accused India of imposing an undeclared blockade triggered by Indian concern about changes to the Nepali constitution, violent ethnic conflict, and Nepal’s increasing cooperation with China. The blockade choked imports of not only petroleum, but also medicines and earthquake relief material.
Which caste is Madhesia?
The caste has sub-castes Madhesia, Maghaiya, Bantaria, Kanaujia, Gour, Koranch, Dhuria, Rawani, Ballamitra, and Thathera (distinct from the Thathera caste). In Bihar state, Kandus are found in Samastipur, Darbhanga, Madhubani, Muzaffarpur Sitamarhi, Sheohar, Siwan, Gopalganj, Patna, Nalanda and Bhojpur districts.
Why is the Terai region important?
Economically, the Terai is the most fertile and productive region of Nepal where agriculture dominates. The main agricultural products are rice, jute, sugar, mustard, tobacco, herbs and spices. Most of the agro-based industries are here. In addition, the region is rich in forestry.
Why is the Terai region good for agriculture?
Geographical condition, fertile land, easy irrigation, good climate condition have boosted the agricultural production in the Terai region compared to the hills and the Himalayan region. So farming is seasonal and weather dependent in Nepal.
Who supplies oil to Nepal?
Nepal gets the supply of petrol from India. According to an old treaty between the two countries, Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) imports petrol for Nepal from the Gulf countries. It is sold at the cost price, only refinery fees is charged due to which the fuel retails cheap in the Himalayan country.
What should be done to make Nepal a developed country?
To Make Nepal Developed
- Restructuring Nepal Planning Commission (NPC)
- Set up a Quarterly Monitoring Committee (QMC)
- National Statistical Department (NSD)
- Restructuring Policies.
- Infrastructure Development Fund.
- Savings Fund for individuals.
- Abolish Licensing System.
- Budgeting the entire Nation’s Requirement for Development.