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	'''West Bengal''' ({{lang-bn\|পশ্চিমবঙ্গ}}, ''Pôshchimbôṅgô'') is a state in the eastern region of [[India]]. It shares borders with [[Bangladesh]] to the east, [[Nepal]] and [[Bhutan]] to the north, and the Indian states of [[Sikkim]], [[Assam]], [[Jharkhand]], [[Bihar]], and [[Odisha]]. West Bengal has a coastline along the [[Bay of Bengal]]. Its capital and largest city is [[Kolkata]], also known as the "Cultural Capital of India."<ref>{{cite web \|title=West Bengal Overview \|url=https://www.britannica.com/place/West-Bengal \|access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref>		'''West Bengal''' ({{lang-bn\|পশ্চিমবঙ্গ}}, ''Pôshchimbôṅgô'') is a state in the eastern region of [[India]]. It shares borders with [[Bangladesh]] to the east, [[Nepal]] and [[Bhutan]] to the north, and the Indian states of [[Sikkim]], [[Assam]], [[Jharkhand]], [[Bihar]], and [[Odisha]]. West Bengal has a coastline along the [[Bay of Bengal]]. Its capital and largest city is [[Kolkata]], also known as the "Cultural Capital of India."<ref>{{cite web \|title=West Bengal Overview \|url=https://www.britannica.com/place/West-Bengal \|access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref>

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	'''West Bengal''' ({{lang-bn\|পশ্চিমবঙ্গ}}, ''Pôshchimbôṅgô'') is a state in the eastern region of [[India]]. It shares borders with [[Bangladesh]] to the east, [[Nepal]] and [[Bhutan]] to the north, and the Indian states of [[Sikkim]], [[Assam]], [[Jharkhand]], [[Bihar]], and [[Odisha]]. West Bengal has a coastline along the [[Bay of Bengal]]. Its capital and largest city is [[Kolkata]], also known as the "Cultural Capital of India."<ref>{{cite web \|title=West Bengal Overview \|url=https://www.britannica.com/place/West-Bengal \|access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref>		'''West Bengal''' ({{lang-bn\|পশ্চিমবঙ্গ}}, ''Pôshchimbôṅgô'') is a state in the eastern region of [[India]]. It shares borders with [[Bangladesh]] to the east, [[Nepal]] and [[Bhutan]] to the north, and the Indian states of [[Sikkim]], [[Assam]], [[Jharkhand]], [[Bihar]], and [[Odisha]]. West Bengal has a coastline along the [[Bay of Bengal]]. Its capital and largest city is [[Kolkata]], also known as the "Cultural Capital of India."<ref>{{cite web \|title=West Bengal Overview \|url=https://www.britannica.com/place/West-Bengal \|access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref>

	== History ==		==History==
	West Bengal was formed on 26 January 1950, following the partition of [[Bengal]] in 1947.<ref>{{cite web \|title=Partition of Bengal \|url=https://www.historytoday.com/archive/partitions-bengal-1905-and-1947 \|access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref> It has a rich cultural and historical legacy, being home to major events such as the [[Indian Independence Movement]], the [[Bengal Renaissance]], and the [[Partition of Bengal]].<ref>{{cite web \|title=Bengal Renaissance \|url=https://www.thehindu.com/society/history-and-culture/ \|access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref>		West Bengal was formed on 26 January 1950, following the partition of [[Bengal]] in 1947.<ref>{{cite web \|title=Partition of Bengal \|url=https://www.historytoday.com/archive/partitions-bengal-1905-and-1947 \|access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref> It has a rich cultural and historical legacy, being home to major events such as the [[Indian Independence Movement]], the [[Bengal Renaissance]], and the [[Partition of Bengal]].<ref>{{cite web \|title=Bengal Renaissance \|url=https://www.thehindu.com/society/history-and-culture/ \|access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref>

	== Geography ==		==Geography==
	West Bengal spans 88,752 square kilometers, stretching from the [[Himalayas]] in the north to the [[Bay of Bengal]] in the south. It is known for diverse landscapes, including the [[Darjeeling]] hills, the [[Sundarbans]] mangroves, and fertile [[Gangetic plains]].<ref>{{cite web \|title=Geography of West Bengal \|url=https://www.worldatlas.com/articles/physical-geography-of-west-bengal.html \|access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref>		West Bengal spans 88,752 square kilometers, stretching from the [[Himalayas]] in the north to the [[Bay of Bengal]] in the south. It is known for diverse landscapes, including the [[Darjeeling]] hills, the [[Sundarbans]] mangroves, and fertile [[Gangetic plains]].<ref>{{cite web \|title=Geography of West Bengal \|url=https://www.worldatlas.com/articles/physical-geography-of-west-bengal.html \|access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref>

	== Demographics ==		==Demographics==
	West Bengal is the fourth most populous state in India, with over 99 million people.<ref>{{cite web \|title=Population of West Bengal \|url=https://censusindia.gov.in/ \|access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref> Bengali is the predominant language, spoken by the majority of the population, while Hindi, Nepali, and English are also widely used.<ref>{{cite web \|title=Languages of West Bengal \|url=https://www.ethnologue.com/region/IN-WB \|access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref>		West Bengal is the fourth most populous state in India, with over 99 million people.<ref>{{cite web \|title=Population of West Bengal \|url=https://censusindia.gov.in/ \|access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref> Bengali is the predominant language, spoken by the majority of the population, while Hindi, Nepali, and English are also widely used.<ref>{{cite web \|title=Languages of West Bengal \|url=https://www.ethnologue.com/region/IN-WB \|access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref>

	== Economy ==		==Economy==
	West Bengal has a diverse economy based on agriculture, industry, and services. Major industries include [[jute]] production, [[tea]] plantations in [[Darjeeling]], and [[information technology]] in Kolkata.<ref>{{cite web \|title=Economy of West Bengal \|url=https://www.investindia.gov.in/state/west-bengal \|access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref> The state is one of India's largest rice producers and a hub for trade and commerce.<ref>{{cite web \|title=Agriculture in West Bengal \|url=https://www.agriculture.gov.in/ \|access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref>		West Bengal has a diverse economy based on agriculture, industry, and services. Major industries include [[jute]] production, [[tea]] plantations in [[Darjeeling]], and [[information technology]] in Kolkata.<ref>{{cite web \|title=Economy of West Bengal \|url=https://www.investindia.gov.in/state/west-bengal \|access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref> The state is one of India's largest rice producers and a hub for trade and commerce.<ref>{{cite web \|title=Agriculture in West Bengal \|url=https://www.agriculture.gov.in/ \|access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref>

	== Culture ==		==Culture==
	West Bengal has a rich cultural heritage, blending traditional and modern influences. Key elements of its culture include:		West Bengal has a rich cultural heritage, blending traditional and modern influences. Key elements of its culture include:
	* [[Rabindranath Tagore]], a Nobel laureate in literature and cultural icon.		*[[Rabindranath Tagore]], a Nobel laureate in literature and cultural icon.
	* Festivals such as [[Durga Puja]], [[Kali Puja]], and [[Poila Boishakh]] (Bengali New Year).<ref>{{cite web \|title=Cultural Heritage of Bengal \|url=https://www.banglanatak.com/culture-west-bengal/ \|access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref>		*Festivals such as [[Durga Puja]], [[Kali Puja]], and [[Poila Boishakh]] (Bengali New Year).<ref>{{cite web \|title=Cultural Heritage of Bengal \|url=https://www.banglanatak.com/culture-west-bengal/ \|access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref>
	* Renowned art forms, including [[Bengali cinema]], [[classical music]], and [[folk dance]] like [[Baul songs]].<ref>{{cite web \|title=Arts and Culture of Bengal \|url=https://www.thehindu.com/culture/ \|access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref>		*Renowned art forms, including [[Bengali cinema]], [[classical music]], and [[folk dance]] like [[Baul songs]].<ref>{{cite web \|title=Arts and Culture of Bengal \|url=https://www.thehindu.com/culture/ \|access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref>

	== Tourism ==		==Tourism==
	West Bengal is a popular tourist destination offering a variety of attractions:		West Bengal is a popular tourist destination offering a variety of attractions:
	* [[Darjeeling]] – Known for its tea estates and scenic views.		*[[Darjeeling]] – Known for its tea estates and scenic views.
	* [[Sundarbans]] – A UNESCO World Heritage Site and the largest mangrove forest in the world.<ref>{{cite web \|title=Sundarbans \|url=https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/452/ \|access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref>		*[[Sundarbans]] – A UNESCO World Heritage Site and the largest mangrove forest in the world.<ref>{{cite web \|title=Sundarbans \|url=https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/452/ \|access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref>
	* [[Kolkata]] – Famous for historical landmarks like [[Victoria Memorial]] and [[Howrah Bridge]].<ref>{{cite web \|title=Tourism in Kolkata \|url=https://www.wbtourism.gov.in/destination/kolkata \|access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref>		*[[Kolkata]] – Famous for historical landmarks like [[Victoria Memorial]] and [[Howrah Bridge]].<ref>{{cite web \|title=Tourism in Kolkata \|url=https://www.wbtourism.gov.in/destination/kolkata \|access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref>

	== Government ==		==Government==
	The state is governed by a parliamentary system. The [[Chief Minister of West Bengal]] is the executive head, while the [[Governor of West Bengal]] represents the President of India.<ref>{{cite web \|title=Government of West Bengal \|url=https://wb.gov.in/ \|access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref>		The state is governed by a parliamentary system. The [[Chief Minister of West Bengal]] is the executive head, while the [[Governor of West Bengal]] represents the President of India.<ref>{{cite web \|title=Government of West Bengal \|url=https://wb.gov.in/ \|access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref>

	== See also ==		==See also==
	* [[History of Bengal]]		*[[History of Bengal]]
	* [[Sundarbans]]		*[[Sundarbans]]
	* [[Kolkata]]		*[[Kolkata]]
	* [[Bengal Renaissance]]		*[[Bengal Renaissance]]

	== References ==		==References==
	{{Reflist}}		{{Reflist}}

	== External links ==		==External links==
	* [https://wb.gov.in Official website of West Bengal Government]		*[https://wb.gov.in Official website of West Bengal Government]
	* [https://www.wbtourism.gov.in/ West Bengal Tourism]		*[https://www.wbtourism.gov.in/ West Bengal Tourism]

	[[Category:West Bengal]]		[[Category:West Bengal]]

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{{Short description|State in eastern India}}
{{Use dmy dates|date=December 2024}}
{{Infobox country
| name = West Bengal
| native_name = পশ্চিমবঙ্গ
| native_name_lang = bn
| type = [[State]]
| image_flag = Flag of India.svg
| image_seal = Emblem of West Bengal.svg
| map_alt = Location of West Bengal in India
| map_caption = Location of West Bengal in India
| coordinates = {{coord|22.82|N|88.20|E|region:IN-WB_type:adm1st}}
| capital = [[Kolkata]]
| largest_city = [[Kolkata]]
| official_lang = [[Bengali language|Bengali]]
| other_lang = [[English language|English]], [[Hindi]], [[Nepali language|Nepali]]
| area_total_km2 = 88752
| area_rank = 13th
| population_total = 99,609,303
| population_rank = 4th
| density_km2 = 1102
| literacy = 77.08%
| established = 26 January 1950
| website = [https://wb.gov.in/ Official website]
}}

'''West Bengal''' ({{lang-bn|পশ্চিমবঙ্গ}}, ''Pôshchimbôṅgô'') is a state in the eastern region of [[India]]. It shares borders with [[Bangladesh]] to the east, [[Nepal]] and [[Bhutan]] to the north, and the Indian states of [[Sikkim]], [[Assam]], [[Jharkhand]], [[Bihar]], and [[Odisha]]. West Bengal has a coastline along the [[Bay of Bengal]]. Its capital and largest city is [[Kolkata]], also known as the "Cultural Capital of India."<ref>{{cite web |title=West Bengal Overview |url=https://www.britannica.com/place/West-Bengal |access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref>

== History ==
West Bengal was formed on 26 January 1950, following the partition of [[Bengal]] in 1947.<ref>{{cite web |title=Partition of Bengal |url=https://www.historytoday.com/archive/partitions-bengal-1905-and-1947 |access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref> It has a rich cultural and historical legacy, being home to major events such as the [[Indian Independence Movement]], the [[Bengal Renaissance]], and the [[Partition of Bengal]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Bengal Renaissance |url=https://www.thehindu.com/society/history-and-culture/ |access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref>

== Geography ==
West Bengal spans 88,752 square kilometers, stretching from the [[Himalayas]] in the north to the [[Bay of Bengal]] in the south. It is known for diverse landscapes, including the [[Darjeeling]] hills, the [[Sundarbans]] mangroves, and fertile [[Gangetic plains]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Geography of West Bengal |url=https://www.worldatlas.com/articles/physical-geography-of-west-bengal.html |access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref>

== Demographics ==
West Bengal is the fourth most populous state in India, with over 99 million people.<ref>{{cite web |title=Population of West Bengal |url=https://censusindia.gov.in/ |access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref> Bengali is the predominant language, spoken by the majority of the population, while Hindi, Nepali, and English are also widely used.<ref>{{cite web |title=Languages of West Bengal |url=https://www.ethnologue.com/region/IN-WB |access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref>

== Economy ==
West Bengal has a diverse economy based on agriculture, industry, and services. Major industries include [[jute]] production, [[tea]] plantations in [[Darjeeling]], and [[information technology]] in Kolkata.<ref>{{cite web |title=Economy of West Bengal |url=https://www.investindia.gov.in/state/west-bengal |access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref> The state is one of India's largest rice producers and a hub for trade and commerce.<ref>{{cite web |title=Agriculture in West Bengal |url=https://www.agriculture.gov.in/ |access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref>

== Culture ==
West Bengal has a rich cultural heritage, blending traditional and modern influences. Key elements of its culture include:
* [[Rabindranath Tagore]], a Nobel laureate in literature and cultural icon.
* Festivals such as [[Durga Puja]], [[Kali Puja]], and [[Poila Boishakh]] (Bengali New Year).<ref>{{cite web |title=Cultural Heritage of Bengal |url=https://www.banglanatak.com/culture-west-bengal/ |access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref>
* Renowned art forms, including [[Bengali cinema]], [[classical music]], and [[folk dance]] like [[Baul songs]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Arts and Culture of Bengal |url=https://www.thehindu.com/culture/ |access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref>

== Tourism ==
West Bengal is a popular tourist destination offering a variety of attractions:
* [[Darjeeling]] – Known for its tea estates and scenic views.
* [[Sundarbans]] – A UNESCO World Heritage Site and the largest mangrove forest in the world.<ref>{{cite web |title=Sundarbans |url=https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/452/ |access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref>
* [[Kolkata]] – Famous for historical landmarks like [[Victoria Memorial]] and [[Howrah Bridge]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Tourism in Kolkata |url=https://www.wbtourism.gov.in/destination/kolkata |access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref>

== Government ==
The state is governed by a parliamentary system. The [[Chief Minister of West Bengal]] is the executive head, while the [[Governor of West Bengal]] represents the President of India.<ref>{{cite web |title=Government of West Bengal |url=https://wb.gov.in/ |access-date=December 15, 2024}}</ref>

== See also ==
* [[History of Bengal]]
* [[Sundarbans]]
* [[Kolkata]]
* [[Bengal Renaissance]]

== References ==
{{Reflist}}

== External links ==
* [https://wb.gov.in Official website of West Bengal Government]
* [https://www.wbtourism.gov.in/ West Bengal Tourism]

[[Category:West Bengal]]
[[Category:States and territories of India]]
[[Category:Bengal]]
[[Category:India]]