an essay related to the language of Jammu and Kashmir.
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Answer:Jammu was one of the important principalities along with other districts of Jammu region well before and during the earlier phase of Mughal rule. In 12th century A.D when Mohd. Gauri invaded India and over Punjab, Rajputs took refuge in the mountainous tract of Jammu region and carved out separate estates which they rule as independent sovereigns. After the disintegration of Mughal Kingdom, however, the rajas recovered their strength and proclaimed their independence once again.
With the installation of Sikh rule in Punjab, however, Jammu and all other adjoining areas were annexed by Maharaja Ranjit Singh with his territories. Mian Kishore Singh who was the direct descendent of Raja Dhruv Dev, an earlier ruler of Jammu, held a prominent and respectable position in the court of Maharaja Ranjit Singh at Lahore. His son Gulab Singh joined the army of Ranjit Singh while in teens and in course of time distinguished himself as a gallant warrior and became an accredited lieutenant of Ranjit Singh.
Gulab Singh was eventually made the Raja of Jammu by the treaty of Amritsar dated 13-03-1846. Later on, he annexed Kashmir with Jammu as a result of the sale deed executed by the British after the fall Sikh rule in Punjab.
The descendants of Maharaja Gulab Singh ruled over Jammu and Kashmir up to 1948 when Maharaja Hari Singh left the state and his son Yuvraj Karan Singh was appointed Regent. With the enactment of a new constitution for the state which was adopted on 17th November, 1956, the monarchy came to a final end, but Jammu has continued to retain its importance as the winter capital for the state government.
Like all other districts of the state, Jammu district also derives its name from its headquarter, the city of Jammu. Historians are unanimous in the view that the city was originally founded by Raja Jamboo Lochan who lived in 14th century B.C. It is said that the Raja had gone out one day for hunting when he happened to witness a tiger and a goat drinking water from one and the same pond.
This extraordinary phenomenon set him thinking and he decided to build a city at this site so that the strong and the weak could live together in peace and mutual tolerance. Eventually, he founded the city which came to be known as ‘Jamboo’ after his own name. With the passage of time and due to its frequent use, the pronunciation of the name got slightly distorted and the city came to be known as ‘Jammu’ as it is called now.
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There are so many nice places on the earth. They are scattered across the country. Every place has its own distinct features. Some places have scenic beauty in abundance while many are famous for their architectural wonders. In addition every person has different tastes, choices and likings. Several people enjoy the sight of scenic beauty; some are attracted towards places of historical and archaeological interests. A few may be interested in visiting places of religious importance.
I have visited so many places of historical and tourist interest. But the visit which has a lasting impression on my mind is the visit of Kashmir. It is the most beautiful place I have ever seen. It is said to be the heaven on earth. It has the accolade of being “The Switzerland of India”. I was wonderstruck to see the ravishing beauty of Kashmir. With snow-clad mountains, tall-trees of Chinar, lush green plains and valleys, Kashmir is one of the most bewitching places on earth. It has been a great attraction for the tourists all across the country and abroad as well.
Kashmir is located in the Himalayan region. It is widely famous for its rich flora and fauna. The place holds great importance for the tourists who want to visit religious places. Kashmir is the home of deities and bounties. Kashmir has historical monuments, picturesque spots, enchanting landscapes and green forests in abundance. Some rare species of wild animals are found in the high altitude of Kashmir. Kashmir has been the abode of saints and sages. It is the land of gods and goddesses. Its serpentine rivers, huge calm lakes, mighty waterfalls, long lines of cypress trees are some of the delightful attractions for the tourists.
Wild strawberries are grown all over the Kashmir. Varieties of flowers add to the beauty of Kashmir. It is one of the best natural spots of India. Its exquisite scenery, superb sights, green fields combine to add to the grandeur of this God-gifted paradise on earth. Apart from the scenic beauty, the Shalimar and Nishaat Bagh, have great historical importance. They were built by Mughal King Jehangir.
The Chashme Shahi is known for its medicinal values. The Tattapani or the Sulphur lake water is believed to cure different types of skin diseases. Gulmarg and Sonmarg are the trekker’s trails. Chandanwari, Verinag, Anantnag and Nagin Lake are worth seeing places. The scene of Dal Lake with houseboats and their reflections in still waters of the lake present an impressive sight. The cave of Amarnath where the temple of Lord Shiva is located is a marvellous place for the religious tourists. Situated at a height of 15,000 ft., it is crowded during the month of September-October. Besides, there are shrines of historical and religious interest. Every year thousands of pilgrims visit these places from all across the country.
Kashmir is abundantly endowed with some of the best hill stations in India. They are Gulmarg, Sonmarg, Pahalgam and Khilanmarg. Apart from having great scenic attraction, these places are good health resorts. Khilanmarg is the best place where tree-line ends in Kashmir.
All these and many more like its cultural hues, narrow ravines and gorges as well as hills and dales make it a heavenly abode on earth. Indeed, the beauty of Kashmir is enchanting.