Detail Factual Overview

Historical Background

• Ancient History: Part of the Kedarkhand and Manaskhand regions mentioned in the Puranas
• Medieval Era: Ruled by Katyuri and Chand dynasties; later came under the Gorkhas and then the British
• British Period: Region was part of the United Provinces (now Uttar Pradesh)
• Statehood Movement: Led by the Uttarakhand Kranti Dal; state formed in 2000 due to demands for better governance and development in hilly areas