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Why is Goa the best state in India?
The Eleventh Finance Commission of India named Goa the best-placed state because of its infrastructure, and India’s National Commission on Population rated it as having the best quality of life in India (based on the commission’s “12 Indicators”).
How is Goa unique?
That the only state in India having two official state languages is Goa with Konkani and Marathi. That Goa is the smallest state of India having a national highway road span of only 120 km North to South and around 80 kms East to West. That Goa is exporting 60\% of India’s Mineral Ore to Japan.
What is the rank of Goa in India?
QS University rankings – a World University rankings agency – has ranked Goa University in the range of 61-65 among Indian Universities for the year 2020. Among the QS World University Rankings for ‘BRICS countries 2019’, Goa University is among the group of 241-250 universities.
Is Goa the best state in India?
Panaji: Goa was adjudged as the best governed state among smaller states by Bengaluru-based Public Affairs Centre, joining Kerala and Chandigarh who topped the list among larger states and Union territories.
Which is best part of Goa?
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- Candolim and Calangute – 36-37km from the airport.
- Baga Beach and Baga River (Arpora) – About 40km from the airport.
- Anjuna and Vagator – About 44km from the airport.
- Farther North – 51-58km from the airport.
- Panaji (Panjim)
- Old Goa.
Why Goa is the best place to visit in India?
While the Northern Hemisphere is in the grip of winter India enjoys sunshine filled days perfect for exploring or just for lazing on the beach and even when temperatures rise across the rest of India, Goa is kept a little cooler with the refreshing sea breezes.
What is the name of the capital of Goa?
Goa’s administrative capital is Panaji in English, Pangim in Portuguese, and Ponjê in the local language. It lies on the left bank of the Mandovi. The seat of the Goa Legislative Assembly is in Porvorim, across the Mandovi from Panaji.
What is it like to live in Goa as a foreigner?
Apart from the Goans, who are some of the most hospitable, kind, welcoming and tolerant people anywhere, you will meet people from all over India and all over the world in Goa – Brits, Russians, Israelis, Italians, French, Germans, Swedes, Swiss, Australians, Americans, Spanish, Peruvians, Chileans, Argentinians everyone.
What are the best things to buy in Goa?
Goa has a unique culture. While people don’t particularly go here to shop, it does offer a few unique items. Most famous among them are Goa Sausages, a spicy chorizo that’s available all over India, but best made in Goa. Then there are cashew nuts, which are of great quality and much cheaper, too.