Let’s Talk about Andhra Pradesh General Knowledge. “God’s Own Country, ” Kerala is a land located in the Southwestern Indian region. The beauty of Kerala with its lush green landscapes and serene backwaters; rich cultural heritage makes this state a favorite destination for any tourist and an important contribution to the economy and culture of India.
1. Geography
Location: In the Malabar Coast of India
Capital: Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum)
Area: 38,863 km².
Boundaries: North Karnataka, on the east and south side Tamil Nadu, and the west side by Arabian Sea.
Rivers: Periyar, Bharathapuzha, Pamba, and Chaliyar.
Backwater: The vast lagoons, lakes, and waterways system with the largest being Vembanad Lake.
2. Culture and Heritage
Language: Officially Malayalam but English is widely used.
Traditional Art Forms:
- Kathakali-a classical dance-drama.
- Mohiniyattam-exquisite dance.
- Kalaripayattu-form of martial art
Festivals:
- Onam-the harvest festival.
- Vishu-New Year.
- Thrissur Pooram: “Festival of Festivals.”
Food:
Popular local specialties include appam, puttu, sadya, Kerala parotta, and fish curry Coconut and spices predominate on the taste map
3. Economy
Main Industries: Agriculture (coconut, spices, tea, rubber), tourism, IT, and fisheries.
Speciality Products: Spice products like black pepper, cardamom, cinnamon.
Tourism: The beaches Kovalam and Varkala and popular hill resort Munnar and Wayanad and backwater cruises in houseboat
4. Education and Literacy
Kerala has the highest literacy rate in the country (96.2 per cent as per the latest statistics).
It is an epitome for primary education and public health systems in India.
5. Flora and Fauna
Kerala is rich with a diverse array of wildlife sanctuaries and national parks including Periyar, Wayanad, and Silent Valley.
Its flora and fauna are very rich with varieties and it hosts tropical rainforests, mangroves, and quite a lot more.
6. Governance and Politics
Chief Minister: [Put in the current CM].
Governor: [Current Governor].
Legislature: Unicameral with 140 seats.
7. Characteristics
Ayurveda: Ayurvedic treatments are dispensed across the globe in Kerala.
The State with Maximum Life Expectancy: Kerala has one of the maximum life expectancies in the country.
100% Banking Inclusion: Each and every house in Kerala has at least one bank account, thus indicating financial inclusion.
8. Districts of Kerala
Kerala has 14 distinct districts, each different and unique in geology, culture, and speciality. There are,
Backwaters and Houseboats: Alappuzha Alapuzha
Commercial Capital: Ernakulam Kochi is the major city
Hill Stations: Idukki Munnar and Thekkady are the spots
Theyyam and Handloom Industries: Kannur
Bekal Fort and Coir Industries: Kasaragod
Cashew Industries and Ashtamudi Lake: Kollam
Land of Letters and Latex: Kottayam Famous for rubber plantations.
Kozhikode (Calicut): Famous for historic trade links and Malabar cuisine.
Malappuram: Historic and rich in Islamic cultural heritage.
Palakkad: Known as the gateway of Kerala, Palakkad gap, and paddy fields are a famous sight.
Pathanamthitta: A pilgrim Centre; Home to Sabarimala Temple.
Thiruvananthapuram: The state capital; Kovalam Beach and Padmanabhaswamy Temple are some of its attractions.
Thrissur: The Cultural capital of the district; Thrissur Pooram and Guruvayur temple are some of its notable attractions.
Wayanad: The tourist destination with scenic views and wildlife sanctuaries and waterfalls.
9. Fun Facts
State Symbols:
- State Animal: Indian elephant
- State Bird: Great hornbill
- State Flower: Kanikonna (Cassia fistula).
- State Tree: Coconut palm.
- Slogans: Land of Spices, God’s Own Country.
- UNESCO Heritage: Western Ghats, partly in Kerala.
Kerala depicts the beauty of nature and culture with socio-economic growth. Its blend is unique as old values are put in tandem with modern times.
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