Group Members

1. Arooj Sabir. (Group Leader) 2. Muhammad Jawad Iftikhar.3. Noroze Khan.4. Haris Ajaz.5. Mahnoor Qamar.6. Sameel Ali.7. Junaid Shoukat Khan.

Group Members and their work:-

1. Arooj Sabir (group leader):- Made a complete presentation and guide her group members how to work in team.

2. Noroze Khan :- Collect the information of main points and prepare a summary.

3. Muhammad Jawad Iftikhar and Haris Ajaz:-Collect Architechure in Nepal , Art and prepare executive report on culture.

4. Mahnoor Qamar and Junaid Khan:- Collect information and cover all the missing points in presentation.

5. Sameel Ali:- Wrote the points on Medicine and explain Festival in Nepal.

NEPAL:-

About Flag:-

The Nepal flag was officially adopted on Dec 16, 1962 and it's the only national flag that's

not a rectangle or square. The blue border symbolizes peace, while red

is the color of the rhododendron, Nepal's official flower.

Geographical Area:-

Where is Nepal located?

Located in an isolated part of Himalyan Mountains.

Known as “Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal”.

Covers the area of almost 1,47,191sq.km.

Share the borders with China, India, Bihar, West Bengal and several Indian States.

How many Rivers run through Nepal?

Geographically Nepal is divided into 3 belts.

Run in North to South directions. Three sections are:-

1. Tarai.2. Hill.3. Mountain.

Three River run in East to West direction.

Culture:-

Culture is an observable, powerful force in any country.

Made up of its members, their shared values, beliefs, symbols and behaviors.

It can have a potent effect on a country’s well being and success.

Nepal’s Culture:-

Nepal’s literary tradition culture dates started to the 19th century with Bhanubhaktq Acharya’s adaptation of Hindu culture for a Nepali readership.

Development in culture of nepal has been hindered by heavy government control and censorship, which lead Nepali’s author and poets to seek publication outside of Nepal until the 1930s.

Language:-

The primary language of Nepal is Nepali.

Nepal is an incredibly diverse country with respect to culture and language.

There are 125 different documented languages spoken in Nepal. The official language of Nepal is Nepali, formarly called Khaskura then Gorkhali.

Languages spoken as mother Tongue:-

Nepali (44.6%, 2011 census) Maithili (11.7%) Bhojpuri (8.0%) Tharu (5.8%) Tamang (5.1%) Kirati (3.3%) [10] Nepal Bhasa (3.2%)

Magar (3.0%)

Bajjika (3.0%)

Doteli (3.0%)

Urdu (2.6%)

SunuwarKirat (2.0%)

Awadhi (2.0%)

Baitadeli (1.02%)

Beliefs or Relegion:- There are several religions in Nepal:- 80.62% of Nepalese were Hindu 10.74% Buddhist 4.20% Muslim, 3.60 percent Kirant (an

indigenous religion), 0.45 percent Christian, and

0.4% were classified as other groups such as Bön religion.

Freedom of Religion in Nepal:-

Nepal is a secular state under the Interim Constitution, which was promulgated on January 15, 2007.

The now-defunct constitution of 1990, which was in effect until January 15, 2007, described the country as a "Hindu Kingdom," although it did not establish Hinduism as the state religion.

The Government generally did not interfere with the practice of other religious groups, and religious tolerance was broadly observed; however, there were some restrictions.

Food and Cuisines:-

Nepal is similar to many countries within South Asia, as it successfully combines a range of characteristics from its neighboring countries with its own gastronomic history, resulting in foods that are rich with flavor and culture.

Set against the backdrop of the Himalayas, the people of Nepal have many different backgrounds and ethnicities, and this multitude of influences is reflected within the country’s cuisine.

Dishes in Nepalese cuisine are generally healthier than most other South Asian gastronomies, as they rely less on the extensive use of fats and more on chunky vegetables, lean meats, pickled dishes and salads.

Common ingredients found across Nepalese cuisine include lentils, potatoes (which are particularly popular within the Newar communities in the Himalayas and Pahar region), tomatoes, cumin, coriander, chilies, peppers, garlic and mustard oil. Yoghurt, or dahi is popular across Nepal, and is eaten for its healthy attributes and adaptable nature, as it can be used as a side dish or as an ingredient in drinks (Lassi) and desserts (Sikarni).

Establishing a group of foods that are distinctly Nepalese is no easy task, there are some dishes that are unavoidable when visiting the culturally diverse Nepal.

Pulao. Dal Bhat. Momo. Thukpa. Sel Roti. Gorkhali Lamb.

Customs and Traditions:-

Nepal, being a conservative Hindu society, rejoices the birth of a boy more than that of a girl. The main ceremony is organized on the sixth day of birth when the child is named. This is a festive moment where song and dances are normally accompanied by a huge feast.

Nepalese are culturally warm, hospitable and affectionate hosts who place their heart above their head.

Traditions:-

Don’t shake hands or hug. They hold both of their palm and bow

down and say ‘Namaste. ‘Namaste’ or ‘namaskar’ is the way of greeting each other.

Traditional Marriages.Traditional Hindu

Marriages.Traditional Buddhist

Marriages.

Festivals and Celebrations:-

With more than 40 indigenous ethnic groups inhabiting Nepal.

The country enjoys numerous colourful and spectacular festivals.

Festive celebrations often take place on the streets and squares, providing days of entertainment to visitors.

Shree Panchami. Lhosar. Maha Shivarati. Ghode Jatra. Ram Nawami. Chaite Dashain. Nepali New Year. Matri Aunsi. Baishak Purnima/Buddah Jayanti. Janai Poornima (Rakshya Bandhan).

Janai Poornima (Rakshya Bandhan).

Baishak Purnima/Buddah Jayanti.

Guru Purnima.

Gai Jatra.

Teej.

Indra Jatra.

Arts & Architecture:-

Nepalese architecture is another art that has become an important part of the country's cultural heritage.

Stylistically, it may be divided into three broad groups-the pagoda style, the stupa style, and the shikhara style.

Much of Nepali Art is Religious.

Newari artisans create cast-bronze statuary of Buddhist and Hindu deities as well as intricately painted tangkas that describe Buddhist cosmology.

Popular Media:-

Radio

Television.

News Paper.

Internet.

Radio:-Historically Radio has been the most prevelent form of mass communication in Nepal.

Television:-Television Programming commenced in 1985.

Newspaper & Magazines:-According to government figures in 2003 Nepal had 3,741 registered newspaper of which 251 are publishing daily.

Internet:-The number of Internet subscriber has swelled by 57% in one year period from Aug, 2011 to Aug, 2012.

Preparing the country’s internet rate is approximately 19.32%

Poetry & Humanities:-

Nepal has been hindered by heavy government control which is leading Nepali authors and poets to seek publication outside of Nepal until the 1930s, when Nepal’s first literacy journel Sharada, created a more open venue for literary expression.

Among Nepal’s greatest writters and poets are Lakshmi Prasad Devotka, Balkrishna Sama and Guruparsad Mainali.

Rich Musical heritage, with a number of vocal styles and music has became an marker of identity for the younger generation.

Recreation & Sports:-

Nepal has also several festive games as traditional sports of various regions.

Nepal is adopting several globally renowed sports.

Horse riding is very popular in Nepal in Himalyan district.

Football. Cricket. Horse Riding. Horse Polo. Bull Race. Sheep Fighting. Badminton. Shooting. Weight Lifting.

Volley Ball.

Kabadi.

Wrestling.

Tennis.

Marshal Arts Games. e.t.c

Major Industries:-

Tea Garments Herbs Handicraft Agriculture

are the main industries in Nepal.

Economy in Nepal:-

GDP ($67 billion) GDP growth (5.1%) GDP Per Capital ($2400) Inflation (8.6%) Exports ($2 billion) Imports ($7billions)

Imports and Exports:-

Exports:-$2 billion (2013)

Export Goods:-• Carpets.• Clothing.• Leather Goods.• Jute Goods.• Herbs.

Main Export Partners:-

• India (55.7%)• USA (10.1%)• Germany (4.4%)

Ethical Values and Relations:-

The population consist of numerous racial, cultural and linguistic groups that are often divided into three broad categories:-

• Indo- Nepalese.• Tibeto-Nepalies.• Indigenous-Nepalies.

Political System:-

The politics of Nepal function within a frame-work of a republic with a multi-party system.

Political Conditions:-• King.• Royal Family.• King is superior than President and

Primeminister.

Education:-

The education plan in 1971 fastened the development of Education in the country.

In 1951, Nepal had 10,000 students divided in 300 schools, with an adult literacy rate of 5%.

Primary Education.

Middle Education.

Secondary Education.

Vocational Education.

Medicines and Health Care:-

Nepal is a country with a large number of Herbs.

Herbs (Homeopathy). 27.4% of the population is under the

poverty lane so they cannot afford the allopathic treatment.

Child birth death rate is so much as compared to the other Asian Countries.

Earthquake in Nepal:-

On 25th April magnitude 7.8 earthquake killed more than 10,000 people.

Many organization are responding to the Nepal Earthquake.

Pakistan Army in contributing a great role to help the people victims of earthquake.