Karnataka
Karnataka
Karnataka (pronunciation: [kərˈnɑːʈəkə]) is a state in the south western region of India. It is the largest state in South India and the seventh largest in India.
Etymology
The name Karnataka is derived from the Kannada words Karu and Nadu, which mean 'elevated land'. Karu nadu may also be read as karu, meaning 'black', and nadu, meaning 'region', as a reference to the black cotton soil found in the Bayalu Seeme region of the state. The British used the word Carnatic, sometimes Karnatak, to describe both sides of peninsular India, south of the Krishna.
Related Terms
- Bangalore: The capital city of Karnataka.
- Kannada: The official language of Karnataka.
- Mysore: A city in Karnataka, known for its historical significance.
- Western Ghats: A mountain range that covers an area in Karnataka.
- Kodagu: A district in Karnataka, known for its coffee plantations.
- Tulu Nadu: A region in Karnataka, where Tulu is spoken.
See Also
- History of Karnataka
- Geography of Karnataka
- Culture of Karnataka
- Economy of Karnataka
- Tourism in Karnataka
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Karnataka
- Wikipedia's article - Karnataka
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