KidZone Geography: India
Meghalaya

Emblem of Meghalaya

The emblem of Meghalaya state

Meghalaya means abode of clouds and is unique as the culture dictates that inheritance follows the women’s line. This means that daughters inherit all family wealth and titles. The state is mainly agricultural with a large forestry industry and many crop exports.

A map of India with Meghalaya highlighted red

Map showing where Meghalaya state is; in the far East of India.