people of coastal Karnataka are greater than that the Shivaram karanth as they
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INTRODUCTION
Karnataka is a rich and beautiful State with varied
geographical environment and natural resources. It is a fact less
known that the ancient and medieval Karnataka had its firm roots
in the traditional and moral values as also in art and architecture,
literature and cottage industries. Apart from this, Karnataka has
made its mark in providing mathematical, medical science skills,
geographical world view and even in providing scientific
solutions.
A number of small kingdoms had ruled over this region.
These dynasties not only gave much importance to arts,
literature, and architecture but also gave similar importance to
scientific matters and solutions. Karnataka was historically
known for its architectural works which could be seen in
construction of temples, mosques and churches. The dynasties
like Kadamba, Chalukya, Rashtrakuta, Hoysala, Vijayanagara
and Adilshahi which have ruled over Karnataka have played their
respective significant roles in the history of Karnataka.
Karnataka State has a geographical area of around 1,91,791
sq.km and is the 8th largest State in India. A study of
distribution of the country’s population reveals that Karnataka is
placed in the 9th position in population count an
76
in literacy level. Karnataka occupies 20th place in density of
population.
Agriculture being the main occupation in this State, around
65% of the people of Karnataka are engaged in agriculture and
other related agricultural occupation for their livelihood. But
only 125.93 lakh hectares of land, out of 190.5 lakh hectares is
suitable for agriculture.
Karnataka is bound by the Arabian Sea in the west, Andra
Pradesh States towards the east, Maharastra and Goa State to the
North and North west, Kerala and Tamil Nadu States to the
South-west and South-east respectively.
Karnataka can be broadly divided into 4 divisions, viz. (1)
Northern Karnataka, (2) Southern Karnataka, (3) Central
Karnataka, and (4) Coastal Karnataka. Coastal Karnataka, which
is the focus of the present study comprises of three districts (1)
Dakshina Kannada (South Canara), (2) Udupi and (3) Uttara
Kananda (North Canara)