Statehood Day of Sikkim 2021

Sikkim celebrates its statehood day on 16 May. It marks the day in 1975 when Sikkim transitioned to become the 22nd state of India from being a monarchy earlier.

Daily Current Affairs Quiz 2021

Sikkim Day is very significant to all the residents of the state. Sikkim is located in the northeastern part of the country, in the eastern Himalayas and is one of the smallest states in India.

Sikkim is drained by the Teesta river and its tributaries such as the Rangit, Lhonak, Talung and Lachung. Teesta river water conflict is one of the most contentious issues between India and Bangladesh.

About 35 per cent of the state is covered by Kanchenjunga National Park. The official languages of the stake include Sikkimese, Nepali, English and Lepcha. It is among India’s most environmentally conscious states.