Rajshahi

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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1. How many people live in Rajshahi?Approximately 1 million inhabitants within the Rajshahi urban agglomeration
2. What is the capital of Rajshahi?Administrative headquarters of Rajshahi Division and Rajshahi District
3. What language do people speak in Rajshahi?Bengali is the primary language
4. When was Rajshahi built?Established in 1634, with municipality formation in 1876
5. What is Rajshahi known for?Rajshahi is famous for its clean streets, its high‑quality silk textiles, and its many schools and universities.
6. Where is Rajshahi located?It is in northern Bangladesh on the Padma River, close to the border with India.

Sericulture: The cultivation of silkworms for the production of raw silk.
Epigraphic Records: Inscriptions found on stone, metal, or other hard surfaces, often providing historical information.
Urban Agglomeration: A continuous urban area formed by a city and its adjoining suburbs or satellite towns.
Civic Consciousness: An awareness of one's responsibilities as a citizen towards the community and public spaces.