The word Meghālaya means "the abode of clouds"; derives from a compound of the Sanskrit words megha "cloud" + ālaya "abode". See more

Population
Tribal people make up the majority of Meghalaya's population. The Khasis are the largest group, followed by the Garos then the Jaintias. These were among those known to the British as "hill tribes." Other groups include … See more

Meghalaya schools are run by the state government or by private organisations, including religious institutions. Instruction is only in English. … See more

Meghalaya, alongside neighbouring Indian states, has been of archaeological interest. People have lived in Meghalaya since the Neolithic period. … See more

Meghalaya is one of the Seven Sister States of northeast India. The state of Meghalaya is mountainous, with stretches of valley and highland plateaus, and it is geologically rich. It … See more

Meghalaya currently has 12 districts.
Jaintia Hills Division:
• West Jaintia Hills (Jowai)
• East Jaintia Hills ( See more

Meghalaya's Governor is Phagu Chauhan since February 2023.
State government
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