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The man who did it
Vasco da Gama
Arrives at Calicut, India on
20th May, 1498
The man who did it
Vasco da Gama
Arrives at Calicut, India on
20th May, 1498
HOW PORTUGUESE ARRIVED IN INDIA ?
V asco Da Gama joined the Portuguese navy as a rewarded him by appointing him chief Aguazil of the city, an
young man, where he learned navigational skills
was a learned interpreter of the local customs. Albuquerque made an
and served with distinction in the war against administrator and representative of the Hindu and Muslim people; he
Castile. He set off from Lisbon in 1497 and a year later, landed in agreement to lower yearly dues and taxes. In spite of frequent attacks
Calicut on 20th May, 1498, India, and broke the Arab monopoly of by raiders, Goa became the centre of Portuguese India, with the
trade. conquest triggering the compliance of neighboring kingdoms; the
Sultan of Gujarat and the Zamorin of Calicut dispatched embassies,
In 1510, Portuguese admiral Afonso de Albuquerque attacked Goa at
offering alliances and local concessions to be fortified.
the behest of the local chieftain Thimayya. After losing the city briefly
to its former ruler, Ismail Adil Shah, the Muslim King of Bijapur, Albuquerque and his successors left the customs and constitutions of
Albuquerque returned in force on 25 November, with a fully the thirty village communities on the island almost untouched,
renovated fleet. In less than a day, the Portuguese fleet took abolishing only the rite of Sati, in which widows were burned on their
possession of Goa from Ismail Adil Shah and his Ottoman allies, who husband's funeral pyre. A register of these customs (Foral de usos e
surrendered on 10 December. It is estimated that 6,000 of the 9,000 costumes) was published in 1526; it is among the most valuable
Muslim defenders of the city died, either in the battle in the streets or historical documents pertaining to Goan customs.
while trying to escape. Albuquerque gained the support of the Hindu Goa was granted the same civic privileges as Lisbon. Its senate or
population, although this frustrated the initial expectations of municipal chamber maintained direct communications with the king
Thimayya, who aspired to control the city. Afonso de Albuquerque and paid a special representative to attend to its interests at court. In
Daman, Diu, Goa, D. & N.H. under Portuguese Regime (1510-1961)
HOW PORTUGUESE ARRIVED IN INDIA ?
V asco Da Gama joined the Portuguese navy as a rewarded him by appointing him chief Aguazil of the city, an
young man, where he learned navigational skills
was a learned interpreter of the local customs. Albuquerque made an
and served with distinction in the war against administrator and representative of the Hindu and Muslim people; he
Castile. He set off from Lisbon in 1497 and a year later, landed in agreement to lower yearly dues and taxes. In spite of frequent attacks
Calicut on 20th May, 1498, India, and broke the Arab monopoly of by raiders, Goa became the centre of Portuguese India, with the
trade. conquest triggering the compliance of neighboring kingdoms; the
Sultan of Gujarat and the Zamorin of Calicut dispatched embassies,
In 1510, Portuguese admiral Afonso de Albuquerque attacked Goa at
offering alliances and local concessions to be fortified.
the behest of the local chieftain Thimayya. After losing the city briefly
to its former ruler, Ismail Adil Shah, the Muslim King of Bijapur, Albuquerque and his successors left the customs and constitutions of
Albuquerque returned in force on 25 November, with a fully the thirty village communities on the island almost untouched,
renovated fleet. In less than a day, the Portuguese fleet took abolishing only the rite of Sati, in which widows were burned on their
possession of Goa from Ismail Adil Shah and his Ottoman allies, who husband's funeral pyre. A register of these customs (Foral de usos e
surrendered on 10 December. It is estimated that 6,000 of the 9,000 costumes) was published in 1526; it is among the most valuable
Muslim defenders of the city died, either in the battle in the streets or historical documents pertaining to Goan customs.
while trying to escape. Albuquerque gained the support of the Hindu Goa was granted the same civic privileges as Lisbon. Its senate or
population, although this frustrated the initial expectations of municipal chamber maintained direct communications with the king
Thimayya, who aspired to control the city. Afonso de Albuquerque and paid a special representative to attend to its interests at court. In
Daman, Diu, Goa, D. & N.H. under Portuguese Regime (1510-1961)
Most of the churches in Goa were built during the time of Portuguese period from 1760 to 1899 and the Modern period, from 1900 to
rule, and many of them in Old Goa, which are a World Heritage site. current times.
Goan churches are renowned for their interesting architecture which
The following is a list of must-see churches in Goa
is a blend of two or more styles and influences. Today the churches are
all part of the Archdiocese of Goa. The oldest church in Goa is the Ÿ Church of Our Lady of the Rosary
Church of Our Lady of Rosary on Monte Santo in Old Goa. The style of Ÿ Church of St. Francis of Assisi
church at the time that this church was built is known as Manueline
Ÿ The Se Cathedral
after King Emmanuel of Portugal. The churches that were built in the
period between 1510 and 1550 are known as the churches of the Ÿ Basilica of Bom Jesus
early period. A prime example of a church from this period is the
Ÿ St. Cajetan Church
Church of Our Lady of Rosary. The period between 1550 and 1660 is
known as the Baroque period, and the best examples of churches Ÿ Church of Our Lady of Immaculate Conception
from this period are the Basilica of Bom Jesus, the Se Cathedral, the Ÿ Chapel and Tomb of St. Francis Xavier
Church of St. Cajetan and the Augustine Church of Our Lady of Grace,
Ÿ St. Augustine Tower.
which is now in ruins. The other architectural periods are the Rococo
Possibility of Christianity in Goa Pre- de Albuquerque, a few days after the conquest of Tiswadi in
November 1510. A road was later named after this crucifix @ "Rua de
Portuguese Crucifixo". The document of a gift (doacao) on a metallic plate given
to a "pagoda" of Goa Velha by a Hindu king in 1391 which speaks of
Christianity in Goa has pre-Portuguese roots, according to a few
trinity and divine incarnation, and later produced in the court of the
scholars such as H.O. Mascarenhas and Jose Cosme Costa. These
city of Old Goa in 1532. Ibn Batuta's testimony that in 1342 AD, he
roots are probably the same as those of the Saint Thomas Christians
found Christian settlements on the banks of the River Agashini (river
or Nasranis of Kerala. Christianity, here at this time, was believed to be
Zuari). The Saint Thomas Cross with Pahlavi inscription found by Fr J.
spread by Saint Thomas and/or Saint Bartholomew who preached in
Cosme Costa on the banks of the river Zuari. An article in the
the Malabar and Konkan coasts respectively.
Examiner (Bombay) on Pre-Portuguese Christianity which speaks of
EVIDENCES Thomas crosses on the Hill of Colvale (Bardez) which people would
The metallic crucifix found in a wall of a house at Old Goa by Afonso hide in olden days, fearing their destruction by the Portuguese.
118 portuguese rule churches 119
Most of the churches in Goa were built during the time of Portuguese period from 1760 to 1899 and the Modern period, from 1900 to
rule, and many of them in Old Goa, which are a World Heritage site. current times.
Goan churches are renowned for their interesting architecture which
The following is a list of must-see churches in Goa
is a blend of two or more styles and influences. Today the churches are
all part of the Archdiocese of Goa. The oldest church in Goa is the Ÿ Church of Our Lady of the Rosary
Church of Our Lady of Rosary on Monte Santo in Old Goa. The style of Ÿ Church of St. Francis of Assisi
church at the time that this church was built is known as Manueline
Ÿ The Se Cathedral
after King Emmanuel of Portugal. The churches that were built in the
period between 1510 and 1550 are known as the churches of the Ÿ Basilica of Bom Jesus
early period. A prime example of a church from this period is the
Ÿ St. Cajetan Church
Church of Our Lady of Rosary. The period between 1550 and 1660 is
known as the Baroque period, and the best examples of churches Ÿ Church of Our Lady of Immaculate Conception
from this period are the Basilica of Bom Jesus, the Se Cathedral, the Ÿ Chapel and Tomb of St. Francis Xavier
Church of St. Cajetan and the Augustine Church of Our Lady of Grace,
Ÿ St. Augustine Tower.
which is now in ruins. The other architectural periods are the Rococo
Possibility of Christianity in Goa Pre- de Albuquerque, a few days after the conquest of Tiswadi in
November 1510. A road was later named after this crucifix @ "Rua de
Portuguese Crucifixo". The document of a gift (doacao) on a metallic plate given
to a "pagoda" of Goa Velha by a Hindu king in 1391 which speaks of
Christianity in Goa has pre-Portuguese roots, according to a few
trinity and divine incarnation, and later produced in the court of the
scholars such as H.O. Mascarenhas and Jose Cosme Costa. These
city of Old Goa in 1532. Ibn Batuta's testimony that in 1342 AD, he
roots are probably the same as those of the Saint Thomas Christians
found Christian settlements on the banks of the River Agashini (river
or Nasranis of Kerala. Christianity, here at this time, was believed to be
Zuari). The Saint Thomas Cross with Pahlavi inscription found by Fr J.
spread by Saint Thomas and/or Saint Bartholomew who preached in
Cosme Costa on the banks of the river Zuari. An article in the
the Malabar and Konkan coasts respectively.
Examiner (Bombay) on Pre-Portuguese Christianity which speaks of
EVIDENCES Thomas crosses on the Hill of Colvale (Bardez) which people would
The metallic crucifix found in a wall of a house at Old Goa by Afonso hide in olden days, fearing their destruction by the Portuguese.
118 portuguese rule churches 119
Currency-coins and Paper Money were copper coins in denominations of 3, 4 1/2, 6, 7 1/2, 9, 10, 12
and 15 réis, 1/2 and 1 tanga, silver coins for 1/2 and 1 tanga, 1/2 and
Goa, Damão and Diu issued their own coinages until the middle of 1 pardau, and 1 Rupia, and gold 1, 2, 4, 8 and 12 xerafins. The Goa
the 19th century. Damão issued copper 3, 15, 30 and 60 réis coins mint was closed by the British in 1869. Following the closure of the
until 1854 when the mint closed. Diu issued lead and tin 5 and 10 last local mint, coins were imported from Portugal beginning in 1871.
bazarucos together with tin 20 bazarucos, copper 30 and 60 réis and This new coinage coincided with the reform of the subdivisions of the
silver 150 and 300 réis and 1 Rupia. The Diu mint closed in 1859. Rupia. Copper coins were introduced in denominations of 3, 5, 10
It has been found that first coin of Portuguese in Goa, Diu and Daman and 15 réis, 1/2 and 1 tanga. In 1881, copper 1/8 tanga and silver
came in existence in 1686 but it has also been mentioned that coins 1/8, 1/4, 1/2 and 1 Rupia coins were introduced. Bronze replaced
were in existence in Portugal in 14th century. Goa issued the most copper in 1901, whilst cupro-nickel 2 and 4 tangas were introduced
diverse coinage of the three mints. In addition to tin bastardo, there in 1934, followed by 1/2 and 1 Rupia in 1947 and 1952, respectively.
120 portuguese rule currency 121
Currency-coins and Paper Money were copper coins in denominations of 3, 4 1/2, 6, 7 1/2, 9, 10, 12
and 15 réis, 1/2 and 1 tanga, silver coins for 1/2 and 1 tanga, 1/2 and
Goa, Damão and Diu issued their own coinages until the middle of 1 pardau, and 1 Rupia, and gold 1, 2, 4, 8 and 12 xerafins. The Goa
the 19th century. Damão issued copper 3, 15, 30 and 60 réis coins mint was closed by the British in 1869. Following the closure of the
until 1854 when the mint closed. Diu issued lead and tin 5 and 10 last local mint, coins were imported from Portugal beginning in 1871.
bazarucos together with tin 20 bazarucos, copper 30 and 60 réis and This new coinage coincided with the reform of the subdivisions of the
silver 150 and 300 réis and 1 Rupia. The Diu mint closed in 1859. Rupia. Copper coins were introduced in denominations of 3, 5, 10
It has been found that first coin of Portuguese in Goa, Diu and Daman and 15 réis, 1/2 and 1 tanga. In 1881, copper 1/8 tanga and silver
came in existence in 1686 but it has also been mentioned that coins 1/8, 1/4, 1/2 and 1 Rupia coins were introduced. Bronze replaced
were in existence in Portugal in 14th century. Goa issued the most copper in 1901, whilst cupro-nickel 2 and 4 tangas were introduced
diverse coinage of the three mints. In addition to tin bastardo, there in 1934, followed by 1/2 and 1 Rupia in 1947 and 1952, respectively.
120 portuguese rule currency 121
Currency-coins and Paper Money of 10 and 20 Rupias. These were followed in 1883 by notes issued INDO-PORTUGUESE ISSUES
by the General Government (Governo Geral) for 5, 10, 20, 50, 100 India had extensive links with the Hellenic and Roman civilizations between the 4th
Goa, Damão and Diu issued their own coinages until the middle of and 500 rupias. In 1906, the Banco Nacional Ultramarino took over century BC and the 4th Century AD. Alexander's invasion of the Punjab gave rise to
the 19th century. Damão issued copper 3, 15, 30 and 60 réis coins the issuance of paper money, issuing notes for 5, 10, 20 and 50 the Hellenic links and very considerable maritime trade established links with the
until 1854 when the mint closed. Diu issued lead and tin 5 and 10 Rupias. In 1917, notes were added for 4 and 8 Tangas, 1 and 2 1/2 Roman Empire. Renewed contact with the West began with the arrival of the
bazarucos together with tin 20 bazarucos, copper 30 and 60 réis and Rupias. These were the only issue of Tanga denominated notes, Portuguese navigator Vasco da Gama at Calicut in 1498. Francisco de Almeda and
silver 150 and 300 réis and 1 Rupia. The Diu mint closed in 1859. whilst the 2 1/2 Rupia notes were issued until 1924 and the 1 Afonso de Albuquerque helped establish and consolidate Portuguese power in
It has been found that first coin of Portuguese in Goa, Diu and Daman Rupia until 1929. 100 and 500 Rupias notes were reintroduced in India and the East. The territory of Goa in western India was seized in 1510. The
came in existence in 1686 but it has also been mentioned that coins 1924.Portugal's first paper money was introduced in 1797 by the Portuguese enjoyed virtual monopoly of trade with India for more than a century till
were in existence in Portugal in 14th century. Goa issued the most government. Denominations issued until 1807 included 1200, the arrival of the Dutch and the English. They, however, retained the territories of
diverse coinage of the three mints. In addition to tin bastardo, there 2400, 5000, 6400, 10,000, 12,000 and 20,000 réis. Some of Goa, Daman and Diu till 1961. The first Indo-Portuguese issues of paper currency
were copper coins in denominations of 3, 4 1/2, 6, 7 1/2, 9, 10, 12 these notes were revalidated for continued use during the War of were the 'Rupia' denominated notes put into circulation around 1883. These notes
and 15 réis, 1/2 and 1 tanga, silver coins for 1/2 and 1 tanga, 1/2 and the Two Brothers (1828 to 1834).From the 1820s; several private incorporated the portrait of the King of Portugal. These were issued in
1 pardau, and 1 Rupia, and gold 1, 2, 4, 8 and 12 xerafins. The Goa banks issued paper money. The most extensive issues were by the denominations of 5,10,20,50,100 and 500. In 1906, 'Banco Nacional
mint was closed by the British in 1869. Following the closure of the Banco de Lisboa, whose notes were denominated in both réis and Ultramarino' was entrusted with the responsibility of issue of paper money in India
last local mint, coins were imported from Portugal beginning in 1871. moedas, worth 4800 réis. This bank issued notes for 1200 and for the Portuguese held territories. The early notes issued by the bank carried the
This new coinage coincided with the reform of the subdivisions of the 2400 réis, 1, 4, 10, 20, 50 and 100 moedas. The Banco Commercial seal of the bank. New denominations of 4 Tangas, 8 Tangas and One Rupia and 21/2
Rupia. Copper coins were introduced in denominations of 3, 5, 10 de Braga, Banco Commercial do Porto, Banco de Guimaraes and Rupias were introduced in 1917. Most issues carried the Commerce and Sailing
and 15 réis, 1/2 and 1 tanga. In 1881, copper 1/8 tanga and silver Banco Industrial do Porto also issued notes, with bearer cheques Ships motifs common to many colonial issues. Indian symbols and motifs
1/8, 1/4, 1/2 and 1 Rupia coins were introduced. Bronze replaced issued by a number of other banks between 1833 and 1887.In (architectural and exotic fauna) were adopted on some notes. Later notes carried
copper in 1901, whilst cupro-nickel 2 and 4 tangas were introduced 1847, the Banco de Portugal introduced notes for 10,000 and the portrait of Afonso De Albuquerque.
in 1934, followed by 1/2 and 1 Rupia in 1947 and 1952, respectively. 20,000 réis. 5000 réis notes were issued from 1883, followed by The monetary system in vogue in Goa consisted of the Reis, the Tanga and the Rupia
50,000 réis in 1886. In 1891, the Casa de Moeda introduced notes
PAPER MONEY with one Rupia consisting of 16 Tangas. In 1959, the denominational unit was
for 50 and 100 réis, and the Banco de Portugal introduced notes for
The first paper money issued specifically for Portuguese India was changed from Rupia to Escudos with one Escudo consisting of 100 Cent avos. New
200, 500, 1000 and 2500 réis, followed by 100,000 réis notes in
issued by the Junta da Fazenda Pública in 1882 in denominations 1894. notes with the denominations of 30, 60, 100, 300, 600 and 1000 were introduced.
These remained in circulation till 1961. When Goa was annexed to the Indian Union,
122 portuguese rule currency 123
Currency-coins and Paper Money of 10 and 20 Rupias. These were followed in 1883 by notes issued INDO-PORTUGUESE ISSUES
by the General Government (Governo Geral) for 5, 10, 20, 50, 100 India had extensive links with the Hellenic and Roman civilizations between the 4th
Goa, Damão and Diu issued their own coinages until the middle of and 500 rupias. In 1906, the Banco Nacional Ultramarino took over century BC and the 4th Century AD. Alexander's invasion of the Punjab gave rise to
the 19th century. Damão issued copper 3, 15, 30 and 60 réis coins the issuance of paper money, issuing notes for 5, 10, 20 and 50 the Hellenic links and very considerable maritime trade established links with the
until 1854 when the mint closed. Diu issued lead and tin 5 and 10 Rupias. In 1917, notes were added for 4 and 8 Tangas, 1 and 2 1/2 Roman Empire. Renewed contact with the West began with the arrival of the
bazarucos together with tin 20 bazarucos, copper 30 and 60 réis and Rupias. These were the only issue of Tanga denominated notes, Portuguese navigator Vasco da Gama at Calicut in 1498. Francisco de Almeda and
silver 150 and 300 réis and 1 Rupia. The Diu mint closed in 1859. whilst the 2 1/2 Rupia notes were issued until 1924 and the 1 Afonso de Albuquerque helped establish and consolidate Portuguese power in
It has been found that first coin of Portuguese in Goa, Diu and Daman Rupia until 1929. 100 and 500 Rupias notes were reintroduced in India and the East. The territory of Goa in western India was seized in 1510. The
came in existence in 1686 but it has also been mentioned that coins 1924.Portugal's first paper money was introduced in 1797 by the Portuguese enjoyed virtual monopoly of trade with India for more than a century till
were in existence in Portugal in 14th century. Goa issued the most government. Denominations issued until 1807 included 1200, the arrival of the Dutch and the English. They, however, retained the territories of
diverse coinage of the three mints. In addition to tin bastardo, there 2400, 5000, 6400, 10,000, 12,000 and 20,000 réis. Some of Goa, Daman and Diu till 1961. The first Indo-Portuguese issues of paper currency
were copper coins in denominations of 3, 4 1/2, 6, 7 1/2, 9, 10, 12 these notes were revalidated for continued use during the War of were the 'Rupia' denominated notes put into circulation around 1883. These notes
and 15 réis, 1/2 and 1 tanga, silver coins for 1/2 and 1 tanga, 1/2 and the Two Brothers (1828 to 1834).From the 1820s; several private incorporated the portrait of the King of Portugal. These were issued in
1 pardau, and 1 Rupia, and gold 1, 2, 4, 8 and 12 xerafins. The Goa banks issued paper money. The most extensive issues were by the denominations of 5,10,20,50,100 and 500. In 1906, 'Banco Nacional
mint was closed by the British in 1869. Following the closure of the Banco de Lisboa, whose notes were denominated in both réis and Ultramarino' was entrusted with the responsibility of issue of paper money in India
last local mint, coins were imported from Portugal beginning in 1871. moedas, worth 4800 réis. This bank issued notes for 1200 and for the Portuguese held territories. The early notes issued by the bank carried the
This new coinage coincided with the reform of the subdivisions of the 2400 réis, 1, 4, 10, 20, 50 and 100 moedas. The Banco Commercial seal of the bank. New denominations of 4 Tangas, 8 Tangas and One Rupia and 21/2
Rupia. Copper coins were introduced in denominations of 3, 5, 10 de Braga, Banco Commercial do Porto, Banco de Guimaraes and Rupias were introduced in 1917. Most issues carried the Commerce and Sailing
and 15 réis, 1/2 and 1 tanga. In 1881, copper 1/8 tanga and silver Banco Industrial do Porto also issued notes, with bearer cheques Ships motifs common to many colonial issues. Indian symbols and motifs
1/8, 1/4, 1/2 and 1 Rupia coins were introduced. Bronze replaced issued by a number of other banks between 1833 and 1887.In (architectural and exotic fauna) were adopted on some notes. Later notes carried
copper in 1901, whilst cupro-nickel 2 and 4 tangas were introduced 1847, the Banco de Portugal introduced notes for 10,000 and the portrait of Afonso De Albuquerque.
in 1934, followed by 1/2 and 1 Rupia in 1947 and 1952, respectively. 20,000 réis. 5000 réis notes were issued from 1883, followed by The monetary system in vogue in Goa consisted of the Reis, the Tanga and the Rupia
50,000 réis in 1886. In 1891, the Casa de Moeda introduced notes
PAPER MONEY with one Rupia consisting of 16 Tangas. In 1959, the denominational unit was
for 50 and 100 réis, and the Banco de Portugal introduced notes for
The first paper money issued specifically for Portuguese India was changed from Rupia to Escudos with one Escudo consisting of 100 Cent avos. New
200, 500, 1000 and 2500 réis, followed by 100,000 réis notes in
issued by the Junta da Fazenda Pública in 1882 in denominations 1894. notes with the denominations of 30, 60, 100, 300, 600 and 1000 were introduced.
These remained in circulation till 1961. When Goa was annexed to the Indian Union,
122 portuguese rule currency 123
Portuguese Postal commemorated with a pair of stamps; one reproducing the design of
the first issue, the other depicting St. Francis Xavier. A definitive series
Stamps In India in 1956 commemorated the 450th anniversary of Portuguese
settlements in India, and included portraits and maps of old forts,
The first postage stamp of Portuguese India while a 1959 series depicted various coins.
was issued 1 October 1871. These were
LAST STAMPS
issued for local use within the colony. Stamps
of British India were required for overseas The last regular issue was on 25 June 1960, marking the 500th
mail. The design of these first stamps simply consisted of a anniversary of the death of Prince Henry the Navigator. Stamps of
denomination in the center, with an oval band containing the India were first used 29 December 1961, although the old stamps
inscriptions "SERVIÇO POSTAL" and "INDIA PORT." The dies were were accepted until 5 January 1962. Portugal continued to issue
re-cut several times and printed on several kinds of paper, resulting in stamps for the lost colony, yet none of these were ever offered for sale
an extremely complicated situation that has been intensively studied; in the colony's post offices and are thus not considered valid stamp.
about 55 types have been identified as appearing between 1871 and REGULAR ISSUES
1877, some of which are quite rare. From 1886 on, the pattern of
regular stamp issues followed that of the other colonies closely, the In 1877, Portugal included India in its standard "crown" issue, with
main exception being a series of surcharges in 1912 produced by nine values ranging from 5r to 300r. These stamps ran out in 1881
perforating existing stamps vertically through the middle and and the old local stamps were surcharged with various values,
overprinting a new value on each side. In 1925, a commemorative resulting in nearly 100 distinct types. Additional "crown" stamps
stamp marked the 400th anniversary of the death of Vasco da Gama arrived in 1882, but in the following year were supplemented by
and in December 1931 a set of six promoted the Exposition of St. additional values of the original local design.
Francis Xavier held at Goa. Sets of stamps in 1946 and 1948 Dual franking was tolerated from 22 December 1961 until 4 January
commemorated notable historical figures related to the colony. 1962. Colonial (Portuguese) postmarks were tolerated until May
Portuguese India's first stamp exhibition, in 1952, was 1962.
124 portuguese rule stamps 125
Portuguese Postal commemorated with a pair of stamps; one reproducing the design of
the first issue, the other depicting St. Francis Xavier. A definitive series
Stamps In India in 1956 commemorated the 450th anniversary of Portuguese
settlements in India, and included portraits and maps of old forts,
The first postage stamp of Portuguese India while a 1959 series depicted various coins.
was issued 1 October 1871. These were
LAST STAMPS
issued for local use within the colony. Stamps
of British India were required for overseas The last regular issue was on 25 June 1960, marking the 500th
mail. The design of these first stamps simply consisted of a anniversary of the death of Prince Henry the Navigator. Stamps of
denomination in the center, with an oval band containing the India were first used 29 December 1961, although the old stamps
inscriptions "SERVIÇO POSTAL" and "INDIA PORT." The dies were were accepted until 5 January 1962. Portugal continued to issue
re-cut several times and printed on several kinds of paper, resulting in stamps for the lost colony, yet none of these were ever offered for sale
an extremely complicated situation that has been intensively studied; in the colony's post offices and are thus not considered valid stamp.
about 55 types have been identified as appearing between 1871 and REGULAR ISSUES
1877, some of which are quite rare. From 1886 on, the pattern of
regular stamp issues followed that of the other colonies closely, the In 1877, Portugal included India in its standard "crown" issue, with
main exception being a series of surcharges in 1912 produced by nine values ranging from 5r to 300r. These stamps ran out in 1881
perforating existing stamps vertically through the middle and and the old local stamps were surcharged with various values,
overprinting a new value on each side. In 1925, a commemorative resulting in nearly 100 distinct types. Additional "crown" stamps
stamp marked the 400th anniversary of the death of Vasco da Gama arrived in 1882, but in the following year were supplemented by
and in December 1931 a set of six promoted the Exposition of St. additional values of the original local design.
Francis Xavier held at Goa. Sets of stamps in 1946 and 1948 Dual franking was tolerated from 22 December 1961 until 4 January
commemorated notable historical figures related to the colony. 1962. Colonial (Portuguese) postmarks were tolerated until May
Portuguese India's first stamp exhibition, in 1952, was 1962.
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132 portuguese rule
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Feast of St. Francis Xavier (Goicho Saib). Goa is also known for its New responsible citizenship. In keeping with the Directive Principles implementation of policies.
G oans are commonly said to be born with music and number of tourists. of universalization of education, and has almost achieved its target CUISINE: Goans'cuisine: Rice with fish curry is the staple diet in Goa.
incorporated in the Constitution, it has worked toward the objective
Year's celebrations. The Goan Carnival is known to attract a large
Goan cuisine is renowned for its rich variety of fish dishes cooked with
at the elementary school stage. The growing demand for education at
football in their blood. This is because football and
cooking along with chili peppers, spices and vinegar giving the food
most literate states of India. It was liberated from Portuguese rule in
music are deeply entrenched in Goan culture. EDUCATION: Goa enjoys a place of pride in the country as one of the the secondary and higher secondary levels have also been met to a elaborate recipes. Coconut and coconut oil is widely used in Goan
large extent.
1961 and has registered impressive progress in the field of education a unique flavour. Pork dishes such as Vindaloo, Xacuti and Sorpotel
Goa has a history of communal harmony, but is mainly split between
since then. The State has achieved 87.40 percent literacy as per 2011 In view of the above, the main emphasis is on:-Up gradation and are cooked for major occasions among Catholics. An exotic Goan and
Christianity and Hinduism.
population census. qualitative improvement of education. Orientation of teachers to vegetable stew, known as Khatkhate, is a very popular dish during the
FESTIVALS: The most popular celebrations in the Indian state of Goa keep them abreast with modern techniques in the teaching-learning celebrations of festivals, Hindu and Christian alike. Khatkhate
The Government of Goa considers education as the foundation for
are Ganesh Chaturthi, Diwali, Christmas, Easter, Shigmo, Goa situation. Vocationalization of Education / Computer Education. contains at least five vegetables, fresh coconut, and special Goan
human development and a source of cultivation of traits for
Carnival, Sao Jao (Feast of John the Baptist) and the biggest feast, Strengthening of administrative machinery for effective spices that add to the aroma. A rich egg-based multi-layered sweet
134 portuguese rule places 135
Feast of St. Francis Xavier (Goicho Saib). Goa is also known for its New responsible citizenship. In keeping with the Directive Principles implementation of policies.
G oans are commonly said to be born with music and number of tourists. of universalization of education, and has almost achieved its target CUISINE: Goans'cuisine: Rice with fish curry is the staple diet in Goa.
incorporated in the Constitution, it has worked toward the objective
Year's celebrations. The Goan Carnival is known to attract a large
Goan cuisine is renowned for its rich variety of fish dishes cooked with
at the elementary school stage. The growing demand for education at
football in their blood. This is because football and
cooking along with chili peppers, spices and vinegar giving the food
most literate states of India. It was liberated from Portuguese rule in
music are deeply entrenched in Goan culture. EDUCATION: Goa enjoys a place of pride in the country as one of the the secondary and higher secondary levels have also been met to a elaborate recipes. Coconut and coconut oil is widely used in Goan
large extent.
1961 and has registered impressive progress in the field of education a unique flavour. Pork dishes such as Vindaloo, Xacuti and Sorpotel
Goa has a history of communal harmony, but is mainly split between
since then. The State has achieved 87.40 percent literacy as per 2011 In view of the above, the main emphasis is on:-Up gradation and are cooked for major occasions among Catholics. An exotic Goan and
Christianity and Hinduism.
population census. qualitative improvement of education. Orientation of teachers to vegetable stew, known as Khatkhate, is a very popular dish during the
FESTIVALS: The most popular celebrations in the Indian state of Goa keep them abreast with modern techniques in the teaching-learning celebrations of festivals, Hindu and Christian alike. Khatkhate
The Government of Goa considers education as the foundation for
are Ganesh Chaturthi, Diwali, Christmas, Easter, Shigmo, Goa situation. Vocationalization of Education / Computer Education. contains at least five vegetables, fresh coconut, and special Goan
human development and a source of cultivation of traits for
Carnival, Sao Jao (Feast of John the Baptist) and the biggest feast, Strengthening of administrative machinery for effective spices that add to the aroma. A rich egg-based multi-layered sweet
134 portuguese rule places 135
CHRISTIANITY IN GOA, DIU & DAMAN ROMAN CATHOLICISM
In 1560 the Inquisition established an office in Goa. It was finally The Archbishop of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Goa and
abolished in 1812. It involved persecution of Hindus as well as Daman carries the title Patriarch of the East Indies. Old Goa was once
Christians deemed not compatible with the Latin rite of Christianity. called "Rome of the East" and was the capital of the Roman church in
The violence was commended by many Popes in Rome. Since 1851; the eastern world. The remains of the Jesuit St. Francis Xavier are kept
the Christian population of Goa has been facing a continual decline. in veneration in the Basílica de Bom Jesus.
This is caused by an emigration of Goan Catholics from Goa, to other
The Sé Catedral de Santa Catarina is one of the largest church
places in India and abroad, as well as, large waves of Hindu
buildings in Asia. The Igreja de São Francisco de Assis, built in 1661,
immigrants from the rest of India. As a result, the percentage of
now houses an archaeological museum. Plenty of churches can be
Christian population (once a majority) has shifted in favour of the
seen all over the state with impressive Portuguese-Baroque
Hindus. As per the data available, Christians constituted 64% and
architecture. Goa used to once be a hotspot for priestly vocations,
Hindus 35% in 1851 census. Currently, Christians constitute 27%
though that no longer the case.
and Hindus 66% of the population of Goa.
oans are commonly said to be born with music and football in their Goan culture.
blood. This is because football and music are deeply entrenched in
Goa has a history of communal harmony, but is mainly split between
CHRISTIANITY IN GOA, DIU & DAMAN ROMAN CATHOLICISM
In 1560 the Inquisition established an office in Goa. It was finally The Archbishop of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Goa and
abolished in 1812. It involved persecution of Hindus as well as Daman carries the title Patriarch of the East Indies. Old Goa was once
Christians deemed not compatible with the Latin rite of Christianity. called "Rome of the East" and was the capital of the Roman church in
The violence was commended by many Popes in Rome. Since 1851; the eastern world. The remains of the Jesuit St. Francis Xavier are kept
the Christian population of Goa has been facing a continual decline. in veneration in the Basílica de Bom Jesus.
This is caused by an emigration of Goan Catholics from Goa, to other
The Sé Catedral de Santa Catarina is one of the largest church
places in India and abroad, as well as, large waves of Hindu
buildings in Asia. The Igreja de São Francisco de Assis, built in 1661,
immigrants from the rest of India. As a result, the percentage of
now houses an archaeological museum. Plenty of churches can be
Christian population (once a majority) has shifted in favour of the
seen all over the state with impressive Portuguese-Baroque
Hindus. As per the data available, Christians constituted 64% and
architecture. Goa used to once be a hotspot for priestly vocations,
Hindus 35% in 1851 census. Currently, Christians constitute 27%
though that no longer the case.
and Hindus 66% of the population of Goa.
oans are commonly said to be born with music and football in their Goan culture.
blood. This is because football and music are deeply entrenched in
Goa has a history of communal harmony, but is mainly split between
Forts of Goa the Portuguese in 1746. It was used as a base for freedom fighters more grandiose than most, commanding spectacular views north imposing fort, built by the Muslim Bahmani Dynasty that founded the
during the liberation of Goa in 1961. Within the fort there is a over the length of Colva beach and down the sand-splashed coast of city of Ela (Old Goa) The Hindu Vijayanagars took it from the Sulatan
FORT AGUADA: A long laterite peninsula extends in the sea west of chapel which is locked most of the time. This fort is converted into a Canacona. The easily defensible promontory was crowned by a fort of Bijapur in the fifteenth century and was ceded to the Portuguese in
Reis Magos, bringing the seven kilometer long Clangute beach to an Heritage hotel. centuries before the Portuguese cruised in and wrested it from the 1520 in exchange for military help against the Muslims.
abrupt halt. Fort Aguada crowns the rocky flattened top of the local Hindu rulers in 1763. They erected their own citadel soon after,
St. Anthony's church in the middle is set spectacularly on the hilltop. CHAPORA FORT: Chapora 10 K.M. from Mapusa this fort is most
headland and is the largest and best preserved Portuguese bastion in but this now lies in ruins, lending to the laterite headland a forlorn
From the battlements one can look across to Querim Beach. To cross easily reached from Vagator side of the hill. The red-laterite bastion,
Goa. This fort was built in 1612 to guard the northern shores of the the Tiracol River takes twenty minutes on an ancient Goan ferry world's end feel. crowning the rock bluff, was built by the Portuguese in 1617 on the
Mandovi estuary from attacks by the Dutch and Maratha raiders. The
operates every 30 mints. RACHOL FORT AT RACHOL: 7 K.M. northeast of Margao, rises site of an earlier Muslim structure, hence the village's name - from
fort has a four storey Portuguese lighthouse erected in 1864 and is proudly from the crest of laterite hillock, surrounded by the dried-up Shahpura, " town of Shah" Intended as a border watch post, it fee to
CABO DE RAMA FORT: Cabo de Rama, the long boney of land that
the oldest of its kind in Asia. moat of an old Muslim fort and rice fields that extend east to the various Hindu raiders during the seventeenth century, before finally
juts into the sea at the south end of Colva Bay, takes its name from the
TIRACOL FORT: This was a fort of the local raja, and taken over by banks of the nearby Zuari River. Rachol hill was encircled by an being deserted by the Portuguese in 1892.
hero of the Hindu epic, the Ramayana. Cabo DA Rama, however, is
140 portuguese rule forts of goa 141
Forts of Goa the Portuguese in 1746. It was used as a base for freedom fighters more grandiose than most, commanding spectacular views north imposing fort, built by the Muslim Bahmani Dynasty that founded the
during the liberation of Goa in 1961. Within the fort there is a over the length of Colva beach and down the sand-splashed coast of city of Ela (Old Goa) The Hindu Vijayanagars took it from the Sulatan
FORT AGUADA: A long laterite peninsula extends in the sea west of chapel which is locked most of the time. This fort is converted into a Canacona. The easily defensible promontory was crowned by a fort of Bijapur in the fifteenth century and was ceded to the Portuguese in
Reis Magos, bringing the seven kilometer long Clangute beach to an Heritage hotel. centuries before the Portuguese cruised in and wrested it from the 1520 in exchange for military help against the Muslims.
abrupt halt. Fort Aguada crowns the rocky flattened top of the local Hindu rulers in 1763. They erected their own citadel soon after,
St. Anthony's church in the middle is set spectacularly on the hilltop. CHAPORA FORT: Chapora 10 K.M. from Mapusa this fort is most
headland and is the largest and best preserved Portuguese bastion in but this now lies in ruins, lending to the laterite headland a forlorn
From the battlements one can look across to Querim Beach. To cross easily reached from Vagator side of the hill. The red-laterite bastion,
Goa. This fort was built in 1612 to guard the northern shores of the the Tiracol River takes twenty minutes on an ancient Goan ferry world's end feel. crowning the rock bluff, was built by the Portuguese in 1617 on the
Mandovi estuary from attacks by the Dutch and Maratha raiders. The
operates every 30 mints. RACHOL FORT AT RACHOL: 7 K.M. northeast of Margao, rises site of an earlier Muslim structure, hence the village's name - from
fort has a four storey Portuguese lighthouse erected in 1864 and is proudly from the crest of laterite hillock, surrounded by the dried-up Shahpura, " town of Shah" Intended as a border watch post, it fee to
CABO DE RAMA FORT: Cabo de Rama, the long boney of land that
the oldest of its kind in Asia. moat of an old Muslim fort and rice fields that extend east to the various Hindu raiders during the seventeenth century, before finally
juts into the sea at the south end of Colva Bay, takes its name from the
TIRACOL FORT: This was a fort of the local raja, and taken over by banks of the nearby Zuari River. Rachol hill was encircled by an being deserted by the Portuguese in 1892.
hero of the Hindu epic, the Ramayana. Cabo DA Rama, however, is
140 portuguese rule forts of goa 141
Beaches of Goa near the Tiracol estuary (formed by the Tiracol River meeting the making it one of the best beaches in Goa. Arambol beach is located lots of accommodation options. It is a crowded yet beautiful sea
Arabian Sea). Kerim is located 58 km north of Panajim and can be 50 km north of Panaji. beach. Calangute is famous for its nightlife and the famous pubs of
reached from the Arambol Beach.
Goa including the Tito's and others on the Tito's lane are located close
T he beauty of Goa lies in its beaches that made it a ARAMBOL BEACH, NORTH GOA: A 16 km long unexplored beach one of the best beaches of Goa. It is beautifully set amidst the cliffs by. Calangute beach is located 16 km north of Panajim and 2 km from
VAGATOR BEACH, NORTH GOA: Quiet and calm beach, Vagatos is
Baga.
with soft and white sand and is perfect for relaxing. It has vast
surrounded by cliffs on two sides, with a Fresh Water lake and chirpy
popular tourist hub in the world. Some of the famous
markets nearby, Arambol is considered to be one of the best beaches
beaches are:
which makes it slightly crowded. It has Water Sports, Harbour, Rocky
in Goa. This cove like beach is a traditional fisherman village with a stretches of coconut trees and the Chapora fort as a nearby attraction. DONA PAULA BEACH, NEAR PANAJIM : One of the best spots in Goa
Vagator is located 21 km north of Panajim.
MIRAMAR BEACH: Popular and crowded beach, frequented by locals
distinct bohemian feel which attracts many international tourists and ANJUNA BEACH: One of the most popular sea beaches among shores and much more. Dona Paula is located just 6 km south-west of
from Panajim and nearby towns, local street shops, local restaurants.
alternative travelers. A short walk to the north takes you to several Panajim.
Easily reachable beach in Panajim, Goa is Miramar beach which is foreigners in Goa because of its night parties, Curlies and other good
attractive bays, the most famous among which is the sweet water lake eating joints, peaceful seashore, western seafood with chilled beer COLVA BEACH: One of the best beaches in South Goa, this beautiful
located 3 km south-west of Panajim.
at Paliem Beach (also referred to as Kalacha). This lake is fed by hot and good music in nearby restaurants and flea markets. Anjuna is beach is famous for its romantic evenings, great seafood and the most
QUERIM BEACH, NORTH GOA: Also known as Keri Beach or Kerim springs and lined with sulphurous mud which is believed to have situated 21 km north of Panajim and 7 km from Bagha. happening nightlife in South Goa. Another major attraction nearby is
Beach, it is the northern-most beach of Goa and located close to healing properties and is a favorite among the hippie crowd who take Our Lady of Mercy Church Colva beach is located 6 km north of
Tiracol fort. It has an Old Portuguese Fort and a 17th century church mud baths here. Beyond the lake, is a spectacular Banyan Tree with a BAGA BEACH, NORTH GOA: Most popular beach of Goa for Indian Margao.
overlooking a peaceful unexplored beach with calm shore. The fort, stone sculpture at its base created by a famous artist which has tourists, it offers something for everyone. It is a picturesque beach
now converted to a hotel, can be reached by a ferry which plies every become an attraction in its own right? The beach also hosts night with parties, music, beach shacks, karaoke, good food, water sports, AGONDA BEACH, SOUTH GOA : One of the best beaches in South
half an hour. A picturesque scene not to be missed are the fishing parties, has a rich music scene and is dubbed to be the capital of good accommodation facilities, and is easily the most happening Goa, It is a quiet beach ideal for chilling, swimming, walking, eating
boats which line up on the beach at 6pm everyday to go out in the sea hippie culture in Goa. The 'Glastonbury Street' leading to the beach is place in Goa. Baga beach is located 19 km north of Panaji. and just generally doing nothing. Agonda Beach is located 37 km
and come back the next morning at 5am. The beach has paragliding chock full of boutiques selling a bizarre and wonderful array of knick- CALANGUTE BEACH, NORTH GOA : Just adjacent to Baga beach, the from Margao.
and other water sports. However it is not safe for swimming especially knacks. This place is also good for paragliding and Kite Surfing Calangute beach has Water Sports, markets, restaurants, good food,
142 portuguese rule places 143
Beaches of Goa near the Tiracol estuary (formed by the Tiracol River meeting the making it one of the best beaches in Goa. Arambol beach is located lots of accommodation options. It is a crowded yet beautiful sea
Arabian Sea). Kerim is located 58 km north of Panajim and can be 50 km north of Panaji. beach. Calangute is famous for its nightlife and the famous pubs of
reached from the Arambol Beach.
Goa including the Tito's and others on the Tito's lane are located close
T he beauty of Goa lies in its beaches that made it a ARAMBOL BEACH, NORTH GOA: A 16 km long unexplored beach one of the best beaches of Goa. It is beautifully set amidst the cliffs by. Calangute beach is located 16 km north of Panajim and 2 km from
VAGATOR BEACH, NORTH GOA: Quiet and calm beach, Vagatos is
Baga.
with soft and white sand and is perfect for relaxing. It has vast
surrounded by cliffs on two sides, with a Fresh Water lake and chirpy
popular tourist hub in the world. Some of the famous
markets nearby, Arambol is considered to be one of the best beaches
beaches are:
which makes it slightly crowded. It has Water Sports, Harbour, Rocky
in Goa. This cove like beach is a traditional fisherman village with a stretches of coconut trees and the Chapora fort as a nearby attraction. DONA PAULA BEACH, NEAR PANAJIM : One of the best spots in Goa
Vagator is located 21 km north of Panajim.
MIRAMAR BEACH: Popular and crowded beach, frequented by locals
distinct bohemian feel which attracts many international tourists and ANJUNA BEACH: One of the most popular sea beaches among shores and much more. Dona Paula is located just 6 km south-west of
from Panajim and nearby towns, local street shops, local restaurants.
alternative travelers. A short walk to the north takes you to several Panajim.
Easily reachable beach in Panajim, Goa is Miramar beach which is foreigners in Goa because of its night parties, Curlies and other good
attractive bays, the most famous among which is the sweet water lake eating joints, peaceful seashore, western seafood with chilled beer COLVA BEACH: One of the best beaches in South Goa, this beautiful
located 3 km south-west of Panajim.
at Paliem Beach (also referred to as Kalacha). This lake is fed by hot and good music in nearby restaurants and flea markets. Anjuna is beach is famous for its romantic evenings, great seafood and the most
QUERIM BEACH, NORTH GOA: Also known as Keri Beach or Kerim springs and lined with sulphurous mud which is believed to have situated 21 km north of Panajim and 7 km from Bagha. happening nightlife in South Goa. Another major attraction nearby is
Beach, it is the northern-most beach of Goa and located close to healing properties and is a favorite among the hippie crowd who take Our Lady of Mercy Church Colva beach is located 6 km north of
Tiracol fort. It has an Old Portuguese Fort and a 17th century church mud baths here. Beyond the lake, is a spectacular Banyan Tree with a BAGA BEACH, NORTH GOA: Most popular beach of Goa for Indian Margao.
overlooking a peaceful unexplored beach with calm shore. The fort, stone sculpture at its base created by a famous artist which has tourists, it offers something for everyone. It is a picturesque beach
now converted to a hotel, can be reached by a ferry which plies every become an attraction in its own right? The beach also hosts night with parties, music, beach shacks, karaoke, good food, water sports, AGONDA BEACH, SOUTH GOA : One of the best beaches in South
half an hour. A picturesque scene not to be missed are the fishing parties, has a rich music scene and is dubbed to be the capital of good accommodation facilities, and is easily the most happening Goa, It is a quiet beach ideal for chilling, swimming, walking, eating
boats which line up on the beach at 6pm everyday to go out in the sea hippie culture in Goa. The 'Glastonbury Street' leading to the beach is place in Goa. Baga beach is located 19 km north of Panaji. and just generally doing nothing. Agonda Beach is located 37 km
and come back the next morning at 5am. The beach has paragliding chock full of boutiques selling a bizarre and wonderful array of knick- CALANGUTE BEACH, NORTH GOA : Just adjacent to Baga beach, the from Margao.
and other water sports. However it is not safe for swimming especially knacks. This place is also good for paragliding and Kite Surfing Calangute beach has Water Sports, markets, restaurants, good food,
142 portuguese rule places 143
Liberation Movement of Goa, Diu, Daman
T he Liberation Movement : The abolition of the Portuguese. However, the Portuguese Catholic Church strongly LOCAL RESISTANCE TO PORTUGUESE RULE spelled as Panajim) against the suspension of civil liberties organised
supported pro-colonial polices and attempted to influence Goan
by Lohia, Cunha along with others like Purushottam Kakodkar and
Resistance to Portuguese rule in Goa in the 20th century was
Laxmikant Bhembre in defiance of a ban on public gatherings and
Christians to oppose the independence movement. The Portuguese
Portuguese monarchy in 1910 raised hopes that the
pioneered by Tristão de Bragança Cunha, a French-educated Goan
Patriarch of the Catholic Church in Goa issued over 60 official letters
arrested them. There were intermittent mass demonstrations from
colonies would be granted self-determination;
however, when Portuguese colonial policies to the priests of the archdiocese, instructing them to preach to their engineer who founded the Goa Congress Committee in Portuguese June to November.
India in 1928. Cunha released a booklet called 'Four hundred years
remained unchanged, an organized and dedicated anti-colonial congregations that salvation lay with the Portuguese and in of Foreign Rule', and a pamphlet, 'Denationalization of Goa', DIPLOMATIC EFFORTS TO RESOLVE GOA DISPUTE
movement emerged. Luís de Menezes Bragança founded O' Heraldo, dissociating themselves from cultural-political relationship with the intended to sensitive Goans to the oppression of Portuguese rule.
the first Portuguese language newspaper in Goa, which was critical of rest of India. Messages of solidarity were received by the Goa Congress On 27 February 1950, the Government of India asked the Portuguese
Portuguese colonial rule. [citation needed] In 1917, the "Carta 1920-1940: In 1928, Tristão de Bragança Cunha founded the Goa Committee from leading figures in the Indian independence government to open negotiations about the future of Portuguese
Organica" law was passed, overseeing all civil liberties in Goa. National Congress. At the Calcutta session of the Indian National movement like Dr. Rajendra Prasad, Jawaharlal Nehru, Subhash colonies in India. Portugal asserted that its territory on the Indian
subcontinent was not a colony but part of metropolitan Portugal and
Congress, the Goa Congress Committee received recognition and Chandra Bose, and several others. On 12 October 1938, Cunha
In reaction to growing dissent, the Portuguese government in Goa hence its transfer was non-negotiable; and that India had no rights to
representation in the All-India Congress Committee. [Citation with other members of the Goa Congress Committee met Subhash
implemented polices which curtailed civil liberties, including this territory because the Republic of India did not exist at the time
needed] Chandra Bose, the President of the Indian National Congress, and
censorship of the press. Strict censorship policies required any when Goa came under Portuguese rule. When the Portuguese
on his advice, opened a Branch Office of the Goa Congress
material containing printed words, including invitation cards, to be In May 1930, Portugal passed the "Acto Colonial" (Colonial Act), Government refused to respond to subsequent aide-memoires in this
submitted to a censorship committee for screening. The Portuguese which restricted political rallies and meetings within all Portuguese Committee at 21, Dalal Street, Bombay. The Goa Congress was also regard, the Indian government, on 11 June 1953, withdrew its
Governor of Goa was empowered to suspend publication, close down colonies. The introduction of this act politically relegated Goa to the made affiliate to the Indian National Congress and Cunha was diplomatic mission from Lisbon.
printing presses and impose heavy fines on newspapers which status of a colony. The Portuguese also introduced a policy of selected its first President.
refused to comply with these policies. Many Goans criticized the compulsory conscription in Portuguese India, which contributed In June 1946, Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia, an Indian Socialist leader, By 1954, the Republic of India instituted visa restrictions on travel
curtailing of press freedoms, stating that the only newspapers and significantly to growing resentment against the colonial entered Goa on a visit to his friend, Dr. Julião Menezes, a nationalist from Goa to India which paralyzed transport between Goa and other
periodicals the Portuguese permitted them to publish were pro- government. leader, who had founded in Bombay the Gomantak Praja Mandal and exclaves like Daman, Diu, Dadra and Nagar Haveli. Meanwhile, the
colonialist propaganda materials. edited the weekly newspaper, Gomantak. Cunha and other leaders Indian Union of Dockers had, in 1954, instituted a boycott on
The Portuguese government pressured the Indian National Congress shipping to Portuguese India. Between 22 July and 2 August 1954,
Menezes Bragança organised a rally in Margao denouncing the law to disaffiliate the National Congress (Goa); however, in 1938, Goans were also with him. Ram Manohar Lohia advocated the use of non- armed activists attacked and forced the surrender of Portuguese
and, for some time, the Goans received the same rights as mainland in Bombay city formed the Provisional Goa Congress. violent Gandhian techniques to oppose the government. On 18 June forces stationed in Dadra and Nagar Haveli.
1946, the Portuguese government disrupted a protest in Panaji (then
144 portuguese rule liberation 145
Liberation Movement of Goa, Diu, Daman
T he Liberation Movement : The abolition of the Portuguese. However, the Portuguese Catholic Church strongly LOCAL RESISTANCE TO PORTUGUESE RULE spelled as Panajim) against the suspension of civil liberties organised
supported pro-colonial polices and attempted to influence Goan
by Lohia, Cunha along with others like Purushottam Kakodkar and
Resistance to Portuguese rule in Goa in the 20th century was
Laxmikant Bhembre in defiance of a ban on public gatherings and
Christians to oppose the independence movement. The Portuguese
Portuguese monarchy in 1910 raised hopes that the
pioneered by Tristão de Bragança Cunha, a French-educated Goan
Patriarch of the Catholic Church in Goa issued over 60 official letters
arrested them. There were intermittent mass demonstrations from
colonies would be granted self-determination;
however, when Portuguese colonial policies to the priests of the archdiocese, instructing them to preach to their engineer who founded the Goa Congress Committee in Portuguese June to November.
India in 1928. Cunha released a booklet called 'Four hundred years
remained unchanged, an organized and dedicated anti-colonial congregations that salvation lay with the Portuguese and in of Foreign Rule', and a pamphlet, 'Denationalization of Goa', DIPLOMATIC EFFORTS TO RESOLVE GOA DISPUTE
movement emerged. Luís de Menezes Bragança founded O' Heraldo, dissociating themselves from cultural-political relationship with the intended to sensitive Goans to the oppression of Portuguese rule.
the first Portuguese language newspaper in Goa, which was critical of rest of India. Messages of solidarity were received by the Goa Congress On 27 February 1950, the Government of India asked the Portuguese
Portuguese colonial rule. [citation needed] In 1917, the "Carta 1920-1940: In 1928, Tristão de Bragança Cunha founded the Goa Committee from leading figures in the Indian independence government to open negotiations about the future of Portuguese
Organica" law was passed, overseeing all civil liberties in Goa. National Congress. At the Calcutta session of the Indian National movement like Dr. Rajendra Prasad, Jawaharlal Nehru, Subhash colonies in India. Portugal asserted that its territory on the Indian
subcontinent was not a colony but part of metropolitan Portugal and
Congress, the Goa Congress Committee received recognition and Chandra Bose, and several others. On 12 October 1938, Cunha
In reaction to growing dissent, the Portuguese government in Goa hence its transfer was non-negotiable; and that India had no rights to
representation in the All-India Congress Committee. [Citation with other members of the Goa Congress Committee met Subhash
implemented polices which curtailed civil liberties, including this territory because the Republic of India did not exist at the time
needed] Chandra Bose, the President of the Indian National Congress, and
censorship of the press. Strict censorship policies required any when Goa came under Portuguese rule. When the Portuguese
on his advice, opened a Branch Office of the Goa Congress
material containing printed words, including invitation cards, to be In May 1930, Portugal passed the "Acto Colonial" (Colonial Act), Government refused to respond to subsequent aide-memoires in this
submitted to a censorship committee for screening. The Portuguese which restricted political rallies and meetings within all Portuguese Committee at 21, Dalal Street, Bombay. The Goa Congress was also regard, the Indian government, on 11 June 1953, withdrew its
Governor of Goa was empowered to suspend publication, close down colonies. The introduction of this act politically relegated Goa to the made affiliate to the Indian National Congress and Cunha was diplomatic mission from Lisbon.
printing presses and impose heavy fines on newspapers which status of a colony. The Portuguese also introduced a policy of selected its first President.
refused to comply with these policies. Many Goans criticized the compulsory conscription in Portuguese India, which contributed In June 1946, Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia, an Indian Socialist leader, By 1954, the Republic of India instituted visa restrictions on travel
curtailing of press freedoms, stating that the only newspapers and significantly to growing resentment against the colonial entered Goa on a visit to his friend, Dr. Julião Menezes, a nationalist from Goa to India which paralyzed transport between Goa and other
periodicals the Portuguese permitted them to publish were pro- government. leader, who had founded in Bombay the Gomantak Praja Mandal and exclaves like Daman, Diu, Dadra and Nagar Haveli. Meanwhile, the
colonialist propaganda materials. edited the weekly newspaper, Gomantak. Cunha and other leaders Indian Union of Dockers had, in 1954, instituted a boycott on
The Portuguese government pressured the Indian National Congress shipping to Portuguese India. Between 22 July and 2 August 1954,
Menezes Bragança organised a rally in Margao denouncing the law to disaffiliate the National Congress (Goa); however, in 1938, Goans were also with him. Ram Manohar Lohia advocated the use of non- armed activists attacked and forced the surrender of Portuguese
and, for some time, the Goans received the same rights as mainland in Bombay city formed the Provisional Goa Congress. violent Gandhian techniques to oppose the government. On 18 June forces stationed in Dadra and Nagar Haveli.
1946, the Portuguese government disrupted a protest in Panaji (then
144 portuguese rule liberation 145
two fronts. At 5 A.M. The Indian troops entered Goa via Matna. reached Betim the previous day arrived at Panajim at around 7:30
They moved forward to Pilligao and then to Banastarim. On A.M. Those soldiers who tried to move to the capital via
reaching Banastarim at around 6 P.M. in the evening, they Banastarim swam across the river and arrived at Panajim about
discovered that the bridge had been blown up. The troops 8:30 A.M. At 10 A.M. the Indian national flag was hoisted by
therefore halted there for the night. Another platoon entered Goa major general K.P. Candeth.
via Dodamarg around 6:30 A.M. and advanced towards Assnora, All operations in Goa came to a halt at 6 P.M. on19th. December
Tivim, Mapusa and eventually Betim. The onward move of these 1961. Arrangements were made for receiving the formal surrender
soldiers was difficult as the Portuguese tried stopping them by at the hands of the Portuguese governor General Salo e Silva. The
blasting bridges and culverts on the way. The local population document of surrender was signed at 7:30 P.M. on a street at
Liberation of helped with information on places which were mined and unsafe. Vasco da Gama under the headlights of the car of the Portuguese
The troops reached Betim which is 600 yards from Panjim, the
capital of Goa around 5 P.M. On hearing the firing at Betim, the Governor General and submitted to Brig. K.S. Dhillon. Major
Goa, Diu, Daman First National Flag Portuguese flag in front of the secretariat was lowered and the General K.P. Candeth was appointed the military Governor of Goa.
hosting at Moti white flag was hoisted to indicate surrender at 6 P.M. On 18th Thus within 40 hours of the start of the operation, the Indian army
19th December, 1961 Daman Jetty on December 1961. had successfully carried out operation Vijay and centuries of
foreign domination in Goa came to an end.
26th January, 1962 On the north eastern side a platoon which entered Goa around 4
A.M. proceeded to Sankhelim, Usgao and then Ponda. The
situation in Ponda was one of chaos and confusion. The
The Government of India under Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru adopted a Portuguese had left it after setting fire to their equipment and
plan called operation Vijay to free the Portuguese colonies in India. some buildings. Hooligans were seen looting shops and whatever
Operations against Goa were directed by Major General K.P. they could lay their hands on. After occupying Ponda, the force
Candeth. The plan was to advance into Goa from the north and moved towards Panaji only to be halted in their advance by the
east. The attack from the south was meant to divert attention. On blasted bridge of Banastarim.
12th December On the eastern side, two platoons entered Goa via Anmod. One of
1961, the two main land routes connecting Goa and India were them moved to Mollem with an aim of reaching Ponda, via
sealed for the civilian population. This was a move to facilitate the Dharbandora and Khandepar. The other proceeded to Mollem and
movement of the army. 18th December 1961 was the day Khandepar via Surla.
determined for the attack. The attack from the south had the objective of drawing the
INDIAN ARMY, AIR FORCE AND NAVY Portuguese attacks from the other fronts. The attack began at 6
A.M. The entry point into Goa was at Poinguinim. At 1 P.M. the
All the three sections of the Indian armed forces participated in
Operation Vijay. The Indian Air Force planes at about 6:30 A.M. Indian soldiers arrived at Ardifond. A Portuguese post opened fire
on the Indian troops who had numerical superiority. The Indians
bombarded the radio station at Bambolim and the airport at
Dabolim. The attack was led by Air vice Marshall a Pinto do Rosario took over the post during the exchange along with the arms and
ammunition stocked there.
of the Indian Air force in Hawker Hunter aircraft.
On the eastern front after occupying Ponda, the Indian troops
The Indian navy ships were positioned outside the Marmagao moved towards Margao via Borim. The people of Margao
port. The only Portuguese warship Afonso de Albuquerque was
beached by the Portuguese navy after attack from the Indian Navy thronged the streets to accord them a warm welcome. The
comprising of the frigates INS Betwa and INS Beas. Both INS Beas atmosphere around was rent with cries of joy and national
slogans. The forces then advanced towards Vasco da Gama and
and INS Betwa were part of an advance force which included the
Indian Aircraft Carrier INS Vikrant carrying Sea Hawk aircraft. the port of Marmagao via Verna and Dabolim. They captured
Marmagao at about 4:30 P.M.
INDIAN ARMY ATTACKS
POST THE PORTUGUESE SURRENDER
The Indian Army attacked Goa from the north, the moves began on
On 19th December, the Indian forces that had successfully
two fronts. At 5 A.M. The Indian troops entered Goa via Matna. reached Betim the previous day arrived at Panajim at around 7:30
They moved forward to Pilligao and then to Banastarim. On A.M. Those soldiers who tried to move to the capital via
reaching Banastarim at around 6 P.M. in the evening, they Banastarim swam across the river and arrived at Panajim about
discovered that the bridge had been blown up. The troops 8:30 A.M. At 10 A.M. the Indian national flag was hoisted by
therefore halted there for the night. Another platoon entered Goa major general K.P. Candeth.
via Dodamarg around 6:30 A.M. and advanced towards Assnora, All operations in Goa came to a halt at 6 P.M. on19th. December
Tivim, Mapusa and eventually Betim. The onward move of these 1961. Arrangements were made for receiving the formal surrender
soldiers was difficult as the Portuguese tried stopping them by at the hands of the Portuguese governor General Salo e Silva. The
blasting bridges and culverts on the way. The local population document of surrender was signed at 7:30 P.M. on a street at
Liberation of helped with information on places which were mined and unsafe. Vasco da Gama under the headlights of the car of the Portuguese
The troops reached Betim which is 600 yards from Panjim, the
capital of Goa around 5 P.M. On hearing the firing at Betim, the Governor General and submitted to Brig. K.S. Dhillon. Major
Goa, Diu, Daman First National Flag Portuguese flag in front of the secretariat was lowered and the General K.P. Candeth was appointed the military Governor of Goa.
hosting at Moti white flag was hoisted to indicate surrender at 6 P.M. On 18th Thus within 40 hours of the start of the operation, the Indian army
19th December, 1961 Daman Jetty on December 1961. had successfully carried out operation Vijay and centuries of
foreign domination in Goa came to an end.
26th January, 1962 On the north eastern side a platoon which entered Goa around 4
A.M. proceeded to Sankhelim, Usgao and then Ponda. The
situation in Ponda was one of chaos and confusion. The
The Government of India under Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru adopted a Portuguese had left it after setting fire to their equipment and
plan called operation Vijay to free the Portuguese colonies in India. some buildings. Hooligans were seen looting shops and whatever
Operations against Goa were directed by Major General K.P. they could lay their hands on. After occupying Ponda, the force
Candeth. The plan was to advance into Goa from the north and moved towards Panaji only to be halted in their advance by the
east. The attack from the south was meant to divert attention. On blasted bridge of Banastarim.
12th December On the eastern side, two platoons entered Goa via Anmod. One of
1961, the two main land routes connecting Goa and India were them moved to Mollem with an aim of reaching Ponda, via
sealed for the civilian population. This was a move to facilitate the Dharbandora and Khandepar. The other proceeded to Mollem and
movement of the army. 18th December 1961 was the day Khandepar via Surla.
determined for the attack. The attack from the south had the objective of drawing the
INDIAN ARMY, AIR FORCE AND NAVY Portuguese attacks from the other fronts. The attack began at 6
A.M. The entry point into Goa was at Poinguinim. At 1 P.M. the
All the three sections of the Indian armed forces participated in
Operation Vijay. The Indian Air Force planes at about 6:30 A.M. Indian soldiers arrived at Ardifond. A Portuguese post opened fire
on the Indian troops who had numerical superiority. The Indians
bombarded the radio station at Bambolim and the airport at
Dabolim. The attack was led by Air vice Marshall a Pinto do Rosario took over the post during the exchange along with the arms and
ammunition stocked there.
of the Indian Air force in Hawker Hunter aircraft.
On the eastern front after occupying Ponda, the Indian troops
The Indian navy ships were positioned outside the Marmagao moved towards Margao via Borim. The people of Margao
port. The only Portuguese warship Afonso de Albuquerque was
beached by the Portuguese navy after attack from the Indian Navy thronged the streets to accord them a warm welcome. The
comprising of the frigates INS Betwa and INS Beas. Both INS Beas atmosphere around was rent with cries of joy and national
slogans. The forces then advanced towards Vasco da Gama and
and INS Betwa were part of an advance force which included the
Indian Aircraft Carrier INS Vikrant carrying Sea Hawk aircraft. the port of Marmagao via Verna and Dabolim. They captured
Marmagao at about 4:30 P.M.
INDIAN ARMY ATTACKS
POST THE PORTUGUESE SURRENDER
The Indian Army attacked Goa from the north, the moves began on
On 19th December, the Indian forces that had successfully
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Dadra And Nagar Haveli
D adra & Nagar Haveli is a Union Territory in Sea is just to its west, and can be reached via the state of Gujarat. A district of Gujarat on the West, North and East and by, Thane Pipri and Sakartond join Daman Ganga within the territory. About
Western India. Nagar Haveli is wedged between
small piece of land belonging to Gujrat state named after a village
43% of the land is under forest cover. However, the reserved forest
District of Maharashtra on the South and South-East (after division
Maharashtra and Gujarat, whereas Dadra is an
Government, it is just in south of Silvasa in Dadra and Nagar Haveli.
District.)
area. The protected forests constitute 2.45% of the total land
enclave 1 km NW, surrounded by Gujarat. The shared capital is Maghval is located within Nagar Haveli which is controlled by Gujrat of Thane district, it is now surrounded by newly formed Palghar cohis territory constitutes about 40% of the total geographical
Silvassa. The larger part spans a roughly c-shaped area up-river from The area of Dadra and Nagar Haveli is spread over 491 sq. kms, area. As per Forest Survey of India, DNH has two major forest
TOPOGRAPHY AND LAND PLANTATION
the city of Daman on the coast, at the center of which, and thus landlocked between Gujarat to the north and Maharashtra to the types: tropical moist deciduous forest and tropical dry deciduous
outside the territory, is the Madhuban reservoir. Dadra and Nagar south. The stretch of the main southern area is hilly terrain especially forest. The major produce is khairwood/khair and general timber.
Haveli (D&NH) are in the middle of the undulating watershed of the towards the northeast and east where it is surrounded by ranges of Teak, sandra, khair, mahara and sisam are the major tree species
The Union Territory comprises two separate geographical units -
Daman Ganga River, which flows through Nagar Haveli and later Sahyadri Mountains (Western Ghats). The central alluvial region of in the region. The rich biodiversity makes it a habitat for a variety
Dadra and Nagar Haveli. It is close to on the Western coast of India
forms the short southern border of Dadra. The towns of Dadra and the land is almost plain and the soil is fertile and rich. The river of birds and animals with numerous trips from inland safari or the
between the parallels of 20° 0' and 20° 25' of latitude north and
Silvasa lie on the north bank of the river. The Western Ghats range Daman Ganga rises in the Ghat 64 km from the western coast and coast by tour guides providing eco-tourism. Silvasa's hills and
between the meridian 72° 50' and 73° 15' of longitude east. It
rises to the east, and the foothills of the range occupy the eastern discharges itself in the Arabian Sea at the port of Daman after wide forested buffer land provides a main focal point for wildlife
occupies an area of 491 square kilometers (190 sq mi),It ranks 4th
portion of the district. While the territory is landlocked, the Arabian crossing Dadra and Nagar Haveli. Its three tributaries viz. Varna, enthusiasts.
among the Union Territories .The territory is surrounded by Valsad
148 dadara & nagar haveli histury & culture 149
Dadra And Nagar Haveli
D adra & Nagar Haveli is a Union Territory in Sea is just to its west, and can be reached via the state of Gujarat. A district of Gujarat on the West, North and East and by, Thane Pipri and Sakartond join Daman Ganga within the territory. About
Western India. Nagar Haveli is wedged between
small piece of land belonging to Gujrat state named after a village
43% of the land is under forest cover. However, the reserved forest
District of Maharashtra on the South and South-East (after division
Maharashtra and Gujarat, whereas Dadra is an
Government, it is just in south of Silvasa in Dadra and Nagar Haveli.
District.)
area. The protected forests constitute 2.45% of the total land
enclave 1 km NW, surrounded by Gujarat. The shared capital is Maghval is located within Nagar Haveli which is controlled by Gujrat of Thane district, it is now surrounded by newly formed Palghar cohis territory constitutes about 40% of the total geographical
Silvassa. The larger part spans a roughly c-shaped area up-river from The area of Dadra and Nagar Haveli is spread over 491 sq. kms, area. As per Forest Survey of India, DNH has two major forest
TOPOGRAPHY AND LAND PLANTATION
the city of Daman on the coast, at the center of which, and thus landlocked between Gujarat to the north and Maharashtra to the types: tropical moist deciduous forest and tropical dry deciduous
outside the territory, is the Madhuban reservoir. Dadra and Nagar south. The stretch of the main southern area is hilly terrain especially forest. The major produce is khairwood/khair and general timber.
Haveli (D&NH) are in the middle of the undulating watershed of the towards the northeast and east where it is surrounded by ranges of Teak, sandra, khair, mahara and sisam are the major tree species
The Union Territory comprises two separate geographical units -
Daman Ganga River, which flows through Nagar Haveli and later Sahyadri Mountains (Western Ghats). The central alluvial region of in the region. The rich biodiversity makes it a habitat for a variety
Dadra and Nagar Haveli. It is close to on the Western coast of India
forms the short southern border of Dadra. The towns of Dadra and the land is almost plain and the soil is fertile and rich. The river of birds and animals with numerous trips from inland safari or the
between the parallels of 20° 0' and 20° 25' of latitude north and
Silvasa lie on the north bank of the river. The Western Ghats range Daman Ganga rises in the Ghat 64 km from the western coast and coast by tour guides providing eco-tourism. Silvasa's hills and
between the meridian 72° 50' and 73° 15' of longitude east. It
rises to the east, and the foothills of the range occupy the eastern discharges itself in the Arabian Sea at the port of Daman after wide forested buffer land provides a main focal point for wildlife
occupies an area of 491 square kilometers (190 sq mi),It ranks 4th
portion of the district. While the territory is landlocked, the Arabian crossing Dadra and Nagar Haveli. Its three tributaries viz. Varna, enthusiasts.
among the Union Territories .The territory is surrounded by Valsad
148 dadara & nagar haveli histury & culture 149
adra & Nagar Haveli is a Union Territory in Western India. Nagar
Haveli is wedged between Maharashtra and Gujarat, whereas Dadra
is an enclave 1 km NW, surrounded by Gujarat. The shared capital is
Silvassa. The larger part spans a roughly c-shaped area up-river from
the city of Daman on the coast, at the center of which, and thus
outside the territory, is the Madhuban reservoir. Dadra and Nagar
Haveli (D&NH) are in the middle of the undulating watershed of the
Daman Ganga River, which flows through Nagar Haveli and later
forms the short southern border of Dadra. The towns of Dadra and
Silvasa lie on the north bank of the river. The Western Ghats range
rises to the east, and the foothills of the range occupy the eastern
portion of the district. While the territory is landlocked, the Arabian
Sea is just to its west, and can be reached via the state of Gujarat. A
small piece of land belonging to Gujrat state named after a village
Maghval is located within Nagar Haveli which is controlled by Gujrat
Government, it is just in south of Silvasa in Dadra and Nagar Haveli.
The area of Dadra and Nagar Haveli is spread over 491 sq. kms,
landlocked between Gujarat to the north and Maharashtra to the
south.
The Union Territory comprises two separate geographical units -
Dadra and Nagar Haveli. It is close to on the Western coast of India
between the parallels of 20° 0' and 20° 25' of latitude north and
between the meridian 72° 50' and 73° 15' of longitude east. It
occupies an area of 491 square kilometers (190 sq mi),It ranks 4th
among the Union Territories .The territory is surrounded by Valsad
district of Gujarat on the West, North and East and by, Thane
District of Maharashtra on the South and South-East (after division
of Thane district, it is now surrounded by newly formed Palghar
District.)
TOPOGRAPHY AND LAND PLANTATION
The stretch of the main southern area is hilly terrain especially
towards the northeast and east where it is surrounded by ranges of
Sahyadri Mountains (Western Ghats). The central alluvial region of
the land is almost plain and the soil is fertile and rich. The river
Daman Ganga rises in the Ghat 64 km from the western coast and
discharges itself in the Arabian Sea at the port of Daman after
crossing Dadra and Nagar Haveli. Its three tributaries viz. Varna,
Pipri and Sakartond join Daman Ganga within the territory. About
43% of the land is under forest cover. However, the reserved forest
cohis territory constitutes about 40% of the total geographical
area. The protected forests constitute 2.45% of the total land
area. As per Forest Survey of India, DNH has two major forest
types: tropical moist deciduous forest and tropical dry deciduous
forest. The major produce is khairwood/khair and general timber.
Teak, sandra, khair, mahara and sisam are the major tree species
in the region. The rich biodiversity makes it a habitat for a variety
of birds and animals with numerous trips from inland safari or the
150 dadara & nagar haveli histury & culture 151
adra & Nagar Haveli is a Union Territory in Western India. Nagar
Haveli is wedged between Maharashtra and Gujarat, whereas Dadra
is an enclave 1 km NW, surrounded by Gujarat. The shared capital is
Silvassa. The larger part spans a roughly c-shaped area up-river from
the city of Daman on the coast, at the center of which, and thus
outside the territory, is the Madhuban reservoir. Dadra and Nagar
Haveli (D&NH) are in the middle of the undulating watershed of the
Daman Ganga River, which flows through Nagar Haveli and later
forms the short southern border of Dadra. The towns of Dadra and
Silvasa lie on the north bank of the river. The Western Ghats range
rises to the east, and the foothills of the range occupy the eastern
portion of the district. While the territory is landlocked, the Arabian
Sea is just to its west, and can be reached via the state of Gujarat. A
small piece of land belonging to Gujrat state named after a village
Maghval is located within Nagar Haveli which is controlled by Gujrat
Government, it is just in south of Silvasa in Dadra and Nagar Haveli.
The area of Dadra and Nagar Haveli is spread over 491 sq. kms,
landlocked between Gujarat to the north and Maharashtra to the
south.
The Union Territory comprises two separate geographical units -
Dadra and Nagar Haveli. It is close to on the Western coast of India
between the parallels of 20° 0' and 20° 25' of latitude north and
between the meridian 72° 50' and 73° 15' of longitude east. It
occupies an area of 491 square kilometers (190 sq mi),It ranks 4th
among the Union Territories .The territory is surrounded by Valsad
district of Gujarat on the West, North and East and by, Thane
District of Maharashtra on the South and South-East (after division
of Thane district, it is now surrounded by newly formed Palghar
District.)
TOPOGRAPHY AND LAND PLANTATION
The stretch of the main southern area is hilly terrain especially
towards the northeast and east where it is surrounded by ranges of
Sahyadri Mountains (Western Ghats). The central alluvial region of
the land is almost plain and the soil is fertile and rich. The river
Daman Ganga rises in the Ghat 64 km from the western coast and
discharges itself in the Arabian Sea at the port of Daman after
crossing Dadra and Nagar Haveli. Its three tributaries viz. Varna,
Pipri and Sakartond join Daman Ganga within the territory. About
43% of the land is under forest cover. However, the reserved forest
cohis territory constitutes about 40% of the total geographical
area. The protected forests constitute 2.45% of the total land
area. As per Forest Survey of India, DNH has two major forest
types: tropical moist deciduous forest and tropical dry deciduous
forest. The major produce is khairwood/khair and general timber.
Teak, sandra, khair, mahara and sisam are the major tree species
in the region. The rich biodiversity makes it a habitat for a variety
of birds and animals with numerous trips from inland safari or the
150 dadara & nagar haveli histury & culture 151
when Dadra and Nagar Haveli were occupied by supporters of the EDUCATION
Indian Union.
The Dadra & Nagar Haveli region is blessed with heavenly natural
End of Portuguese Regime: After India attained Independence in
beauty. The Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli has emerged as
1947, the residents of Dadra and Nagar Haveli, with the help of
a popular tourist hub but managed to maintain its serene beauty.
volunteers of organizations like the United Front of Goans (UFG), the
However with the progress of time, Dadra and Nagar Haveli has
National Movement Liberation Organization (NMLO), and the Azad
witnessed a rise in population due to various reasons. It was once
Gomantak Dal, subtracted the territories of Dadra and Nagar Haveli
inhabited by backward tribes. With the inflow and influences of
from Portuguese India in 1954.
tourists, people from neighboring areas and due to the government
INTEGRATION INTO INDIA efforts, they have started coming in the mainstream of modern
Although it enjoyed de facto independence, Dadra and Nagar Haveli society. This has also led to the startling improvement in Dadra and
were still recognized internationally (e.g. by the International Court of Nagar Haveli Education scenario. While discussing about Dadra &
Justice) as Portuguese possessions. The residents of the former colony Nagar Haveli Education, one must mention the various academic and
requested the government of India for administrative help. K.G. training institutes around the region. Apart from top standard
Badlani, an officer of the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) was sent schools, colleges and other academic institutions, there are
as the administrator. From 1954 to 1961, the territory was computer-training institutes, industrial training institutes, polytechnic
administered by a body called the Varishta Panchayat of Free Dadra institutes and other technical training institutes. Government and
and Nagar Haveli. In 1961 when Indian forces took over Goa, Daman, private run hostels provide accommodations to local and outstation
and Diu, Badlani was, for one day, designated the Prime Minister of students. Some of the famous schools of the Union Territory of Dadra
Dadra and Nagar Haveli, so that, as Head of State, he could sign an & Nagar Haveli are: Father Angelo English High School, Jawahar
agreement with the Prime Minister of India, Jawaharlal Nehru, and Navodaya Vidyalayas, Lions English School, It is a known fact that the
formally merge Dadra and Nagar Haveli with the Republic of India. On basic education starts in the schools. The school education builds the
31 December 1974 a treaty was signed between India and Portugal moral foundation of a person. To improve the standard of an area,
on recognition of India's sovereignty over Goa, Daman, Diu, Dadra good schools are the primary requirements. The Dadra & Nagar Haveli
and Nagar Haveli. Education Department is aware of the fact and they have stressed on
154 dadara & nagar haveli
when Dadra and Nagar Haveli were occupied by supporters of the EDUCATION
Indian Union.
The Dadra & Nagar Haveli region is blessed with heavenly natural
End of Portuguese Regime: After India attained Independence in
beauty. The Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli has emerged as
1947, the residents of Dadra and Nagar Haveli, with the help of
a popular tourist hub but managed to maintain its serene beauty.
volunteers of organizations like the United Front of Goans (UFG), the
However with the progress of time, Dadra and Nagar Haveli has
National Movement Liberation Organization (NMLO), and the Azad
witnessed a rise in population due to various reasons. It was once
Gomantak Dal, subtracted the territories of Dadra and Nagar Haveli
inhabited by backward tribes. With the inflow and influences of
from Portuguese India in 1954.
tourists, people from neighboring areas and due to the government
INTEGRATION INTO INDIA efforts, they have started coming in the mainstream of modern
Although it enjoyed de facto independence, Dadra and Nagar Haveli society. This has also led to the startling improvement in Dadra and
were still recognized internationally (e.g. by the International Court of Nagar Haveli Education scenario. While discussing about Dadra &
Justice) as Portuguese possessions. The residents of the former colony Nagar Haveli Education, one must mention the various academic and
requested the government of India for administrative help. K.G. training institutes around the region. Apart from top standard
Badlani, an officer of the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) was sent schools, colleges and other academic institutions, there are
as the administrator. From 1954 to 1961, the territory was computer-training institutes, industrial training institutes, polytechnic
administered by a body called the Varishta Panchayat of Free Dadra institutes and other technical training institutes. Government and
and Nagar Haveli. In 1961 when Indian forces took over Goa, Daman, private run hostels provide accommodations to local and outstation
and Diu, Badlani was, for one day, designated the Prime Minister of students. Some of the famous schools of the Union Territory of Dadra
Dadra and Nagar Haveli, so that, as Head of State, he could sign an & Nagar Haveli are: Father Angelo English High School, Jawahar
agreement with the Prime Minister of India, Jawaharlal Nehru, and Navodaya Vidyalayas, Lions English School, It is a known fact that the
formally merge Dadra and Nagar Haveli with the Republic of India. On basic education starts in the schools. The school education builds the
31 December 1974 a treaty was signed between India and Portugal moral foundation of a person. To improve the standard of an area,
on recognition of India's sovereignty over Goa, Daman, Diu, Dadra good schools are the primary requirements. The Dadra & Nagar Haveli
and Nagar Haveli. Education Department is aware of the fact and they have stressed on
154 dadara & nagar haveli
September to the next spring upto the occasion of Holi. The tribal GHERRIA is a kind of folk dance that the tribal people of the Dadra & SWAMI NARAYAN TEMPLE IN D&N.H. tourists come from different parts in the search of peace and
people perform the Dhol Dance in order to appease the presiding Nagar Haveli in India perform. It is an inseparable part of their culture spiritualism. The Bhagwan idol is gorgeously dressed like an emperor,
deities in the village. and life. This type of tribal dance form is specially a characteristic The above reflects the famous Swami Narayan Temple in Dadra & with a blue sherwani coat and a grand turban along with dazzling
feature of the tribesmen of the clan known as Dubla. It is a popular Nagar Haveli. The worth visited place to visit in Silvassa the capital of jewellery. A very good arti is organized here with the help of various
TARPA: Tarpa is an authentic form of folk dance that the tribal people
form of dance among the various folk dances of Dadra & Nagar the Dadra and Nagar Haveli is the famous temple of Swami Narayan instruments like nagara and ghantas.
of Dadra & Nagar Haveli practice and perform in their daily lives. It is
Haveli. The folk dance Gherria is a group dance and the dance is temple. This is the marvelous temple in the vicinity of Dadra and
one of the many kinds of folk dances that form an inseparable part the Reviews: "This is a very nice temple at Silvasa. The sculptures in the
guided by a leader. The leader is called Kavio. The leader, Kavio, is Nagar Haveli. This temple has great charm especially in the devotees
tribal life in the union territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli. It is one of temple are amazing. Also there is a garden just next to the mandir."
dressed elaborately. He wears an ornate headdress and holds from Gujarat because this temple is the exact replica of the
the many folk dances of Dadra & Nagar Haveli. The tribal groups like
a bunch of peacock feathers in the right hand. The norm is that Kavio, Akshardham temple of Gandhi Nagar. This paradise is situated on the "Very beautifully maintained, centrally located temple. It was great
Kokna, Varli and Kolis perform this form of dance the most. The dance
the leader, leads the song and the others follow him in chorus. The banks of the river Daman Ganga on the Silvasa-Bhilad road. The experience one gets peace of mind and an feeling difficult to express.
form of Tarpa is the most popular among the people of these clans.
men dancers in the dance form of Gherria hold two small sticks temple is dedicated to Bhagvan Swaminarayan and has an intricately Facilities developed around the main temple were enticing."
The Tarpa Dance is generally performed during their festival of
in hands. They strike the sticks against each other to make a carved central Mandir built entirely from a special light pink colored "It is one of the peaceful temples I have ever seen. Surrounded by
harvest. It is a joyous occasion for them and they celebrate the event
rhythmic beat. marble rock, with no structural steel or cement being used. The idol of green beauty. Calm and peaceful atmosphere around the temple. The
by performing their favorite dance form of Tarpa.
Bhagvan Swaninarayan is very iconic. The peaceful environment echoing Aarti (prayer) run through the years to reach the heart."
inside the temple premises is the major factor that's why lot of the
164 dadara & nagar haveli religion 165
September to the next spring upto the occasion of Holi. The tribal GHERRIA is a kind of folk dance that the tribal people of the Dadra & SWAMI NARAYAN TEMPLE IN D&N.H. tourists come from different parts in the search of peace and
people perform the Dhol Dance in order to appease the presiding Nagar Haveli in India perform. It is an inseparable part of their culture spiritualism. The Bhagwan idol is gorgeously dressed like an emperor,
deities in the village. and life. This type of tribal dance form is specially a characteristic The above reflects the famous Swami Narayan Temple in Dadra & with a blue sherwani coat and a grand turban along with dazzling
feature of the tribesmen of the clan known as Dubla. It is a popular Nagar Haveli. The worth visited place to visit in Silvassa the capital of jewellery. A very good arti is organized here with the help of various
TARPA: Tarpa is an authentic form of folk dance that the tribal people
form of dance among the various folk dances of Dadra & Nagar the Dadra and Nagar Haveli is the famous temple of Swami Narayan instruments like nagara and ghantas.
of Dadra & Nagar Haveli practice and perform in their daily lives. It is
Haveli. The folk dance Gherria is a group dance and the dance is temple. This is the marvelous temple in the vicinity of Dadra and
one of the many kinds of folk dances that form an inseparable part the Reviews: "This is a very nice temple at Silvasa. The sculptures in the
guided by a leader. The leader is called Kavio. The leader, Kavio, is Nagar Haveli. This temple has great charm especially in the devotees
tribal life in the union territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli. It is one of temple are amazing. Also there is a garden just next to the mandir."
dressed elaborately. He wears an ornate headdress and holds from Gujarat because this temple is the exact replica of the
the many folk dances of Dadra & Nagar Haveli. The tribal groups like
a bunch of peacock feathers in the right hand. The norm is that Kavio, Akshardham temple of Gandhi Nagar. This paradise is situated on the "Very beautifully maintained, centrally located temple. It was great
Kokna, Varli and Kolis perform this form of dance the most. The dance
the leader, leads the song and the others follow him in chorus. The banks of the river Daman Ganga on the Silvasa-Bhilad road. The experience one gets peace of mind and an feeling difficult to express.
form of Tarpa is the most popular among the people of these clans.
men dancers in the dance form of Gherria hold two small sticks temple is dedicated to Bhagvan Swaminarayan and has an intricately Facilities developed around the main temple were enticing."
The Tarpa Dance is generally performed during their festival of
in hands. They strike the sticks against each other to make a carved central Mandir built entirely from a special light pink colored "It is one of the peaceful temples I have ever seen. Surrounded by
harvest. It is a joyous occasion for them and they celebrate the event
rhythmic beat. marble rock, with no structural steel or cement being used. The idol of green beauty. Calm and peaceful atmosphere around the temple. The
by performing their favorite dance form of Tarpa.
Bhagvan Swaninarayan is very iconic. The peaceful environment echoing Aarti (prayer) run through the years to reach the heart."
inside the temple premises is the major factor that's why lot of the
164 dadara & nagar haveli religion 165
Mud Festival
adra & Nagar Haveli is a Union Territory in Western India. Nagar occupies an area of 491 square kilometers (190 sq mi),It ranks 4th
Haveli is wedged between Maharashtra and Gujarat, whereas Dadra among the Union Territories .The territory is surrounded by Valsad
is an enclave 1 km NW, surrounded by Gujarat. The shared capital is district of Gujarat on the West, North and East and by, Thane
Silvassa. The larger part spans a roughly c-shaped area up-river from District of Maharashtra on the South and South-East (after division
the city of Daman on the coast, at the center of which, and thus of Thane district, it is now surrounded by newly formed Palghar
outside the territory, is the Madhuban reservoir. Dadra and Nagar District.)
Haveli (D&NH) are in the middle of the undulating watershed of the
TOPOGRAPHY AND LAND PLANTATION
Daman Ganga River, which flows through Nagar Haveli and later
forms the short southern border of Dadra. The towns of Dadra and The stretch of the main southern area is hilly terrain especially
Silvasa lie on the north bank of the river. The Western Ghats range towards the northeast and east where it is surrounded by ranges of
rises to the east, and the foothills of the range occupy the eastern Sahyadri Mountains (Western Ghats). The central alluvial region of
portion of the district. While the territory is landlocked, the Arabian the land is almost plain and the soil is fertile and rich. The river
Sea is just to its west, and can be reached via the state of Gujarat. A Daman Ganga rises in the Ghat 64 km from the western coast and
small piece of land belonging to Gujrat state named after a village discharges itself in the Arabian Sea at the port of Daman after
Maghval is located within Nagar Haveli which is controlled by Gujrat crossing Dadra and Nagar Haveli. Its three tributaries viz. Varna,
Government, it is just in south of Silvasa in Dadra and Nagar Haveli. Pipri and Sakartond join Daman Ganga within the territory. About
The area of Dadra and Nagar Haveli is spread over 491 sq. kms, 43% of the land is under forest cover. However, the reserved forest
landlocked between Gujarat to the north and Maharashtra to the cohis territory constitutes about 40% of the total geographical
south. area. The protected forests constitute 2.45% of the total land
area. As per Forest Survey of India, DNH has two major forest
The Union Territory comprises two separate geographical units -
types: tropical moist deciduous forest and tropical dry deciduous
Dadra and Nagar Haveli. It is close to on the Western coast of India
forest. The major produce is khairwood/khair and general timber.
between the parallels of 20° 0' and 20° 25' of latitude north and
Teak, sandra, khair, mahara and sisam are the major tree species
between the meridian 72° 50' and 73° 15' of longitude east. It
in the region. The rich biodiversity makes it a habitat for a variety
152 dadara & nagar haveli mud festival 153
Mud Festival
adra & Nagar Haveli is a Union Territory in Western India. Nagar occupies an area of 491 square kilometers (190 sq mi),It ranks 4th
Haveli is wedged between Maharashtra and Gujarat, whereas Dadra among the Union Territories .The territory is surrounded by Valsad
is an enclave 1 km NW, surrounded by Gujarat. The shared capital is district of Gujarat on the West, North and East and by, Thane
Silvassa. The larger part spans a roughly c-shaped area up-river from District of Maharashtra on the South and South-East (after division
the city of Daman on the coast, at the center of which, and thus of Thane district, it is now surrounded by newly formed Palghar
outside the territory, is the Madhuban reservoir. Dadra and Nagar District.)
Haveli (D&NH) are in the middle of the undulating watershed of the
TOPOGRAPHY AND LAND PLANTATION
Daman Ganga River, which flows through Nagar Haveli and later
forms the short southern border of Dadra. The towns of Dadra and The stretch of the main southern area is hilly terrain especially
Silvasa lie on the north bank of the river. The Western Ghats range towards the northeast and east where it is surrounded by ranges of
rises to the east, and the foothills of the range occupy the eastern Sahyadri Mountains (Western Ghats). The central alluvial region of
portion of the district. While the territory is landlocked, the Arabian the land is almost plain and the soil is fertile and rich. The river
Sea is just to its west, and can be reached via the state of Gujarat. A Daman Ganga rises in the Ghat 64 km from the western coast and
small piece of land belonging to Gujrat state named after a village discharges itself in the Arabian Sea at the port of Daman after
Maghval is located within Nagar Haveli which is controlled by Gujrat crossing Dadra and Nagar Haveli. Its three tributaries viz. Varna,
Government, it is just in south of Silvasa in Dadra and Nagar Haveli. Pipri and Sakartond join Daman Ganga within the territory. About
The area of Dadra and Nagar Haveli is spread over 491 sq. kms, 43% of the land is under forest cover. However, the reserved forest
landlocked between Gujarat to the north and Maharashtra to the cohis territory constitutes about 40% of the total geographical
south. area. The protected forests constitute 2.45% of the total land
area. As per Forest Survey of India, DNH has two major forest
The Union Territory comprises two separate geographical units -
types: tropical moist deciduous forest and tropical dry deciduous
Dadra and Nagar Haveli. It is close to on the Western coast of India
forest. The major produce is khairwood/khair and general timber.
between the parallels of 20° 0' and 20° 25' of latitude north and
Teak, sandra, khair, mahara and sisam are the major tree species
between the meridian 72° 50' and 73° 15' of longitude east. It
in the region. The rich biodiversity makes it a habitat for a variety
152 dadara & nagar haveli mud festival 153
Vasona Lion Safari BEST TIME TO VISIT
The best time to visit the Lion Safari Wildlife Park in Silvasa is in the
Vasona Lion Safari park, a major attraction, is about 10 km from month of June, as the temperature is quite moderate and you can find
Silvasa. The 20 acre land is basically part of Dadra & Nagar Haveli the lions sitting under the shadow of the trees in the forest.
Wildlife sanctuary. The park is known as the home of Asiatic lions. You
TRIVIA
can take a ride in vans fitted with net mesh screen to explore the park
and spot the lions in their natural habitat. The Lion Safari Wildlife Park is an initiative by the Dadra & Nagar
Haveli Government to safeguard the Asiatic Lion.
The park was established to conserve Asiatic lioness and lion, provide
proper medication, take care of their cubs and keep a track of its Opening hours of Vasona Lion Safari park: Open all days except
breeding. It covers almost 25 hectares of land and is enclosed within Monday 09:00 am to 05:00 pm
a 3 meter high wall. The park is next to the Satmaliya Deer Park which The entry fees for Vasona Lion Safari park are charged to maintain the
is also very famous for its beauty & has numerous variety of deer. surrounding / fencing of the safari.
The Lion Safari Wildlife Park is covered with a 3 km road net, allowing WHERE TO STAY
easy locomotion of specially caged Safari vehicles. Thus, the overall
The nearest hotels to Lion Safari are:
experience not only gives us the rare opportunity of witnessing the
magnanimous life of the 'King of the jungle', but also inculcates the Ÿ Lotus Resort, Silvasa Distance: 0.44 km
urgent need to conserve them. Ÿ Lords Resort, Silvasa Distance: 2.19 km
HISTORY Ÿ Treat Resort, Silvasa Distance: 1.31 km
The Lion Safari Wildlife Park of Silvasa is an Endeavour by the Dadra & Ÿ Golden Pond Resort, Silvasa Distance: 3.34 km
Nagar Haveli Government to safeguard the Asiatic Lion (Panthera Leo).
Ÿ Hotel Excellency, Silvasa Distance: 7.83 km
The overall outline of the Dadra & Nagar Haveli Wildlife Sanctuary
happens to be 92 sq km which covers about 25 hectares for the Lion Ÿ Khanvel Resort, Silvasa Distance: 1.31 km
Safari Wildlife Park. The zone is also home to the tribal, thus a barricade Ÿ Hotel Green Wood, Silvasa Distance: 1.37 km
of about 7 meter chain-links safeguards it from outside disturbance.
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