Acknowledgement

I would like to express my deepest gratitude towards my Chemistry Teacher Mrs Jaya Sharma of
class 12th She guided us for this amazing project on Art Integration with State of Sikkim.
I came to know many interesting knowledge and facts about the Sikkim while doing this Project.
This project enhances my knowledge about the Sikkim State.
Introduction
 About Sikkim
• Sikkim, state in India, is located in the northeastern part of the country, in the eastern Himalayas. It is one of
the smallest states in India. Sikkim is bordered by the Tibet Autonomous Region of China to the north and
northeast, by Bhutan to the southeast, by the Indian state of West Bengal to the south, and by Nepal to the
west. The capital is Gangtok, in the southeastern part of the state
• The People of Sikkim consist of three ethnic groups, that is, Lepcha, Bhutia and Nepali. Communities of
different hues intermingle freely in Sikkim to constitute a homogenous blend. Hindu Temples coexist with
Buddhist Monasteries, Churches, Mosque and Gurudwara. The predominant Communities are Lepchas,
Bhutias and Nepalese. These myriad Cultures has produced a quintessential Sikkimese Culture that
encompasses all ways and walk of life, but has also managed to preserve their own identity. These can also be
seen in the various places of Worship, Festivals and Cultural dances that are celebrated through the year
 Food OF sikkim
• Sikkim is a very small hilly state of India located in the Eastern Himalayas with a total geographical area of
7096.Sq. Kms. The traditional food of Sikkim is called Sikkimese cuisine. The cuisine is a blend of Tibetan,
Nepali and Lepcha dishes which comes from various ethnic tribes and communities of Sikkim. Sikkimese
food is largely based on rice, culinary vegetables from jungle like Ningro (Fern), Nakima (Wild Lily), Baas
ko Tusa (Bamboo-Shoot), Cheuw (Mushrooms), etc. Even organic vegetables such as Iskus (Chayote/
Squash), Pharsi (pumpkin), Pharsi ko Munta (Pumpkin leaves), Iskus ko Munta (Chayote/ Squash leaves),
Kinema (Fermented Soyabean), Ruk Tamatar ( Tree Tomato) and Dalle Chillies (Hot Fire Balls), etc are also
extensively used in day to day menu. Most of the Sikkimese people are meat eaters. Varity of fresh n
processed meats of mutton,beef,pork chicken and fish are feasted in almost every meal.
Diet Composition
• Protein: A non-vegetarian diet which primarily includes meat, fish, eggs and dairy food is a good source of
protein. However, protein can also be found in cereal products, nuts and pulses but these protein sources are
incomplete.
• Vitamin B 12: Vitamin B 12 and iron found in meat, fish, eggs and milk are in abundance. It is very
important for the formation of red blood cells and nerve fibres. If our bodies do not produce enough red blood
cells it can lead to iron deficiency known as anaemia. The deficiency of iron or vitamin B 12 can result in
fatigue.
• Fitness: Meat, chicken and fish along with eggs, protects our body from the excessive cold weather during
winters. Eggs and fish provide us the essential vitamins, proteins, nutrients and minerals that are good for
your overall health.
• Enhanced wisdom- According to the medical science, a diet constituting of sea food like fish and eggs
sharpen our intellect and promote the smooth functioning of our brain. This ultimately accelerates our
wisdom.
 Protein: A non-vegetarian diet which
primarily includes meat, fish, eggs and
dairy food is a good source of protein.
However, protein can also be found in

Food
cereal products, nuts and pulses but
these protein sources are incomplete.

Vitamin B 12: Vitamin B 12 and iron found in meat,

fish, eggs and milk are in abundance. It is very
important for the formation of red blood cells and
nerve fibers. If our bodies do not produce enough red
blood cells it can lead to iron deficiency known as
anemia. The deficiency of iron or vitamin B 12 can
result in fatigue.

Fitness: Meat, chicken and fish along

with eggs, protects our body from the
excessive cold weather during winters.
Eggs and fish provide us the essential
vitamins, proteins, nutrients and
minerals that are good for your overall
health.

Enhanced wisdom- According to the

medical science, a diet constituting of
sea food like fish and eggs sharpen our
intellect and promote the smooth
functioning of our brain. This
ultimately accelerates our wisdom
Protein
Proteins are known as the building blocks of life because they are the most abundant molecules present in the
body and forms about 60% of the dry weight of cells. They are the most common cells found in all living
organisms. Apart from cells, most of the enzymes, regulatory and structural parts of the body are made up of
proteins. As a result, they are essential for the growth and development of an individual.
Food like eggs, pulses, milk and other milk products form the major high protein foods for the body.
• Structure of Protein
Proteins are a polymeric chain of amino acid residues. The structure of a protein is mainly composed of long
chains of amino acids. The structure and position of amino acids give particular properties to the proteins.
Amino acids are made up of an amino functional group (-NH2) and a carboxyl group (-COOH).

Amino acids are linked together to form polypeptide chains. One or several of such chains fold differently to
form a protein. Amino acids are substituted methane,  where the four valences of the α- carbon are occupied by
hydrogen, amino group, carboxyl group, and the fourth valency is fulfilled by a variable R- group.
Depending on the R-group, there are different types of amino acids, out of which 20 are found in a polypeptide
chain. All these properties of amino acids decide the ultimate structure and function of proteins.
Functions of Protein

Proteins play multiple functions in the body and its structure gives it its functionality. Some prominent
functions are:-

1. Digestion – Digestion is carried out by the digestive enzymes which are basically proteinaceous in
nature.
2. Movement – Myosin is a protein found in muscles which enables the contraction of muscles making
movement possible.
3. Structure and Support – Keratin is the structural protein which makes our hair, nails, and horns in
animals.
4. Cellular communication – Cells communicate with other cells and the external environment via
receptors present on the surface of cells. These receptors are made of proteins.
5. Act as a messenger – These proteins function as the chemical messengers, which help in the
communication between the cells, tissues, and organs.