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'''[[Karnataka]]''' is a state in the southwestern region of [[India]]. Known for its rich cultural legacy, technological innovation, and diverse geography, Karnataka is one of the most progressive states in the country. The capital city, [[Bengaluru]], is India’s IT and startup hub, often referred to as the “Silicon Valley of India”. | |og:title=Karnataka – Land of Heritage, Culture, and Technology | ||
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}}{{Infobox Indian state or territory | |||
| name = Karnataka | |||
| image = Vidhana_Soudha_Bangalore.jpg | |||
| image_caption = Vidhana Soudha, Bengaluru | |||
| capital = Bengaluru | |||
| largest_city = Bengaluru | |||
| official_languages= Kannada | |||
| area_km2 = 191,791 | |||
| population = 61,130,704 (2011 census) | |||
| established = 1 November 1956 | |||
| timezone = IST (UTC+05:30) | |||
| vehicle_code = KA | |||
| website = [https://karnataka.gov.in/ karnataka.gov.in] | |||
}}'''[[Karnataka]]''' is a state in the southwestern region of [[India]]. Known for its rich cultural legacy, technological innovation, and diverse geography, Karnataka is one of the most progressive states in the country. The capital city, [[Bengaluru]], is India’s IT and startup hub, often referred to as the “Silicon Valley of India”. | |||
== Geography == | == Geography == | ||
Karnataka shares borders with [[Goa]], [[Maharashtra]], [[Telangana]], [[Andhra Pradesh]], [[Tamil Nadu]], and [[Kerala]]. The state features diverse landscapes: | Karnataka shares borders with [[Goa]], [[Maharashtra]], [[Telangana]], [[Andhra Pradesh]], [[Tamil Nadu]], and [[Kerala]]. The state features diverse landscapes: | ||
* | * Western Ghats – a UNESCO World Heritage site | ||
* Coastal region – known as | * Coastal region – known as Karavali | ||
* Inland plateau – part of the | * Inland plateau – part of the Deccan Plateau | ||
== History == | == History == | ||
* Ancient dynasties: | * Ancient dynasties: Chalukyas, Hoysalas, Vijayanagara Empire | ||
* | * Hampi, the capital of Vijayanagara, is a UNESCO heritage site | ||
* 18th-century rule by | * 18th-century rule by Hyder Ali and [[Tipu Sultan]] | ||
* The modern state was formed in 1956 and renamed from Mysore State to Karnataka in 1973 | * The modern state was formed in 1956 and renamed from Mysore State to Karnataka in 1973 | ||
== Culture == | == Culture == | ||
Karnataka has a vibrant cultural identity rooted in: | Karnataka has a vibrant cultural identity rooted in: | ||
* Classical music: | * Classical music: Carnatic music | ||
* Dance: | * Dance: Yakshagana, Bharatanatyam | ||
* Language: [[Kannada]] (official state language) | * Language: [[Kannada]] (official state language) | ||
* Cuisine: Dosa, Bisi Bele Bath, Mysore Pak | * Cuisine: Dosa, Bisi Bele Bath, Mysore Pak | ||
== Economy == | == Economy == | ||
* Key sectors: Information Technology, Aerospace, Agriculture, and Biotech | * Key sectors: Information Technology, Aerospace, Agriculture, and Biotech | ||
* [[Bengaluru]] is home to tech giants like | * [[Bengaluru]] is home to tech giants like Infosys, Wipro, and ISRO | ||
* Karnataka leads in innovation and digital infrastructure | * Karnataka leads in innovation and digital infrastructure | ||
== Education and Research == | == Education and Research == | ||
* Major institutions: [[Indian Institute of Science]], [[IIM Bangalore]], | * Major institutions: [[Indian Institute of Science]], [[IIM Bangalore]], NLSIU, [[IIIT-Bangalore]] | ||
* Noted for contributions to aerospace and biotechnology research | * Noted for contributions to aerospace and biotechnology research | ||
== Government and Politics == | == Government and Politics == | ||
* Legislature: | * Legislature: Karnataka Legislative Assembly | ||
* Current Chief Minister: | * Current Chief Minister: Siddaramaiah (as of 2024) | ||
* Leading political parties: [[Indian National Congress]], | * Leading political parties: [[Indian National Congress]], BJP, Janata Dal (Secular) | ||
== Tourism == | == Tourism == | ||
Tourist attractions in Karnataka: | Tourist attractions in Karnataka: | ||
* Heritage: | * Heritage: Hampi, Mysore Palace, Badami | ||
* Nature: | * Nature: Coorg, Chikmagalur, Jog Falls, Bandipur National Park | ||
* Pilgrimage: | * Pilgrimage: Udupi, Dharmasthala, Gokarna | ||
== Notable Personalities == | == Notable Personalities == | ||
* | * M. Visvesvaraya – Engineer and Bharat Ratna awardee | ||
* | * Kuvempu – Poet laureate and Jnanpith recipient | ||
* | * Rahul Dravid, Anil Kumble – Cricketers from Karnataka | ||
* | * Hyder Ali and [[Tipu Sultan]] – Historical rulers | ||
== See Also == | == See Also == | ||
* | * Bengaluru | ||
* [[States and Union Territories of India]] | * [[States and Union Territories of India]] | ||
* | * Kannada language | ||
* | * Vijayanagara Empire | ||
* | * Indian IT Industry | ||
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