Gujarat
Gujarat
Gujarat (pronunciation: /ɡʊdʒəˈrɑːt/) is a state on the western coast of India with a coastline of 1,600 km (990 mi) – most of which lies on the Kathiawar peninsula – and a population in excess of 60 million.
Etymology
The term Gujarat is derived from the Sanskrit term Gurjaradesa, meaning "The Land of the Gurjaras", who ruled Gujarat in the 8th and 9th centuries CE.
Related Terms
- Gujarati language: An Indo-Aryan language native to the Indian state of Gujarat.
- Gandhinagar: The capital of Gujarat.
- Ahmedabad: The largest city in Gujarat.
- Kathiawar: A peninsula in western India, part of the broader region of Gujarat.
- Gurjaras: An ethnic group of India, who ruled Gujarat in the 8th and 9th centuries CE.
Health in Gujarat
Gujarat has made significant progress in the field of health. The state has implemented several health initiatives and programs to improve the health status and quality of life of its residents.
Related Terms
- Public Health: The science and art of preventing disease, prolonging life, and promoting health through organized efforts and informed choices of society, organizations, public and private, communities and individuals.
- Healthcare in Gujarat: The provision of health care services in the state of Gujarat.
- Healthcare infrastructure in Gujarat: The physical and organizational structures and facilities needed for the provision of healthcare in Gujarat.
- Healthcare initiatives in Gujarat: The various programs and initiatives implemented by the government and private sector to improve health in Gujarat.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Gujarat
- Wikipedia's article - Gujarat
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