Because of its Geographical geographical location, diverse cultures, and political influences; the political history of Sikkim is a complex one.

Between India and Tibet, Sikkim has long been a crossroads of trade and cultural exchange

Between India and Tibet, Sikkim has long been a crossroads of trade and cultural exchange

The earliest evidence of human habitation in Sikkim dates back to the Neolithic era.

The region was home to various indigenous groups, including the Lepchas, Limbus, and Bhutias

In the 17th century, a Buddhist monk named Phuntsog Namgyal unified the disparate tribes of Sikkim .

He established the Namgyal dynasty, which ruled the kingdom for over 300 years.

In the 19th century, Sikkim came under the increasing influence of the British Empire.

In the 19th century, Sikkim came under the increasing influence of the British Empire.

In 1890, Sikkim became a protectorate of India & remained under British suzerainty until India's independence.

In 1890, Sikkim became a protectorate of India & remained under British suzerainty until India's independence.

After independence, tensions between the Chogyal, the king of Sikkim, and the Indian government grew in the 1970s

After independence, tensions between the Chogyal, the king of Sikkim, and the Indian government grew in the 1970s

In 1975, the Indian Army intervened in Sikkim and removed the Chogyal from powe

In 1975, the Indian Army intervened in Sikkim and removed the Chogyal from powe

A referendum was held in 1975, and the people of Sikkim voted overwhelmingly to join India. However Sikkim became the 22nd state of India in 1975.

A referendum was held in 1975, and the people of Sikkim voted overwhelmingly to join India. However Sikkim became the 22nd state of India in 1975.

Sikkim is today a vibrant and diverse state of India known for its stunning natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and peaceful atmosphere.

Sikkim is today a vibrant and diverse state of India known for its stunning natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and peaceful atmosphere. 

The state's economy is primarily based on agriculture and tourism.

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