Columbia Encyclopedia World Factbook Columbia Gazetteer American Heritage Coll. Except for the eastern section, it is largely an arid wasteland suitable only for the raising of goats and camels. Gypsum and salt are mined, and cotton is raised. The state was founded in the 13th cent. The British brought it under their control in 1818, and in 1949 it was merged with the state of Rajasthan.
Jodhpur is an important marketplace for wool and agricultural products, and has a domestic airport.
Its manufactures include textiles, metal utensils, bicycles, ink, and sporting goods. The city is noted for diversified cottage industries, including such manufactures as glass bangles, cutlery, carpets, and marble products. The Indian air force maintains a training center at Jodhpur. The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition. Click here to shop the Bartleby Bookstore .