Punjab

From WikiMD's medical encyclopedia

Punjab is a geographical and cultural region in the northern part of the Indian subcontinent. It is one of the most fertile regions on Earth, known for its rich history, culture, and agricultural productivity. Punjab is divided between India and Pakistan, with the larger portion in Pakistan.

History

The history of Punjab dates back to the Indus Valley Civilization, one of the world's oldest civilizations. It was later ruled by various empires including the Maurya Empire, Gupta Empire, and Mughal Empire. The region was also part of the British Raj until the partition of India in 1947, which led to the creation of Pakistan and the division of Punjab.

Geography

Punjab is bordered by Haryana and Himachal Pradesh to the east, Rajasthan to the south, Jammu and Kashmir to the north, and Pakistan's Punjab province to the west. The region is characterized by its fertile plains, fed by five rivers: the Beas, Chenab, Jhelum, Ravi, and Sutlej. These rivers give Punjab its name, which means "Land of Five Rivers".

Culture

Punjabi culture is known for its rich folklore, music, dance, and cuisine. The traditional folk dance of Punjab is Bhangra, which is performed during the harvest festival of Baisakhi. Punjabi cuisine is known for its rich flavors and includes popular dishes like Butter Chicken, Tandoori Chicken, and Chole Bhature.

Economy

The economy of Punjab is primarily based on agriculture, with wheat and rice being the main crops. The region is also known for its dairy products, particularly milk and butter. In addition to agriculture, Punjab has a significant industrial sector with industries such as textiles, machinery, and chemicals.

See Also


Stub icon
   This article is a Asia-related stub. You can help WikiMD by expanding it!




Stub icon
   This article is a India-related stub. You can help WikiMD by expanding it!




Stub icon
   This article is a Pakistan-related stub. You can help WikiMD by expanding it!



Navigation: Wellness - Encyclopedia - Health topics - Disease Index‏‎ - Drugs - World Directory - Gray's Anatomy - Keto diet - Recipes

Transform your life with W8MD's budget GLP-1 injections from $125.

W8mdlogo.png
W8MD weight loss doctors team

W8MD offers a medical weight loss program to lose weight in Philadelphia. Our physician-supervised medical weight loss provides:

NYC weight loss doctor appointments

Start your NYC weight loss journey today at our NYC medical weight loss and Philadelphia medical weight loss clinics.

Linkedin_Shiny_Icon Facebook_Shiny_Icon YouTube_icon_(2011-2013) Google plus


Advertise on WikiMD

WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia

Let Food Be Thy Medicine
Medicine Thy Food - Hippocrates

Medical Disclaimer: WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. The information on WikiMD is provided as an information resource only, may be incorrect, outdated or misleading, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purposes. Please consult your health care provider before making any healthcare decisions or for guidance about a specific medical condition. WikiMD expressly disclaims responsibility, and shall have no liability, for any damages, loss, injury, or liability whatsoever suffered as a result of your reliance on the information contained in this site. By visiting this site you agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, which may from time to time be changed or supplemented by WikiMD. If you do not agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, you should not enter or use this site. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates, categories Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.

Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD