TNPSC Thervupettagam

Sikkim Statehood Day 2026 - May 16

May 18 , 2026 15 hrs 0 min 17 0
  • Sikkim celebrated its 51st Statehood Day recently.
  • Sikkim became the 22nd state of India after the 36th Constitutional Amendment Act, 1975.
  • Before joining India, Sikkim was ruled by the Chogyal monarchy under the Namgyal dynasty.
  • A public referendum held in 1975 supported the merger of Sikkim with India and ended the monarchy system.
  • Sikkim is known for its rich culture, Buddhist monasteries, and as India’s first fully organic state.

 

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