Karnataka

Karnataka ProfileKarnataka, the eighth largest State in India is one of the most beautiful states in the country. Both in area and population Karnataka is an enormous state. The states like Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and Kerala surround Karnataka from all sides. The eastern and Western Ghats that fence Karnataka are the source of many east and west flowing rivers. The most important rivers that originate from these mountains are the Krishna, Kaveri and their tributaries. Karnataka is also considered as one of the most fast growing states in the Indian subcontinent. Karnataka is one of the most prosperous states of India owing to its amenities in varied fields. The state has recorded tremendous success in the fields like education, literature, agriculture, industry and tourism. Asias Silicon Valley i.e. Bangalore is its capital.

Extending from the Arabian Sea and the fertile forest ridges of the Western Ghats to the drier, boulder-strewn region of the Deccan Plateau, Karnatakas picturesque location is remarkable. It evokes the image of oldest rocks jutting out in odd shapes, forests of Malnad soaked in rain, barren stretches of Maidan, towering temples, thousands of tanks, swift flowing rivers and streams skirting their way across the region; the sweet and everlasting fragrance of sandal wood and many more

Karnataka preserves its past glory by observing various fairs and festivals, retaining its art and crafts and by performing various dances and music forms. It is the birth place of the Indian classical music. The most unique feature of Karnataka is that it is the only province where both the main styles of Indian Music (Karnataka and Hindustani) are performed side by side. Above all, it is the people of Karnataka who have made this land a charming destination to explore.

Basic factsArea :1,92,000 Sq.kmsPopulation:52.73 Million State GSDP:US $ 34.41 BillionGSDP growth rate : 8.7%Capital : Bengaluru -knowledge Capital-Technology Hub-A BrandDistrict : 30

History

Karnataka (Kannada: [knk] the land of the Kannadigas, is a state in South West India. It was created on 1 November 1956, with the passing of the States Reorganisation Act. Originally known as the State of Mysore, it was renamed Karnataka in 1973.Karnataka is bordered by the Arabian Sea to the west, Goa to the northwest, Maharashtra to the north, Andhra Pradesh to the east, Tamil Nadu to the southeast, and Kerala to the southwest. The state covers an area of 191,976square kilometres (74,122 sqmi), or 5.83% of the total geographical area of India. It is the eighth largest Indian state by area, the ninth largest by population and comprises 30 districts. Kannada is the official and most widely spoken language. The two main river systems of the state are Krishna and its tributaries.

Karnataka experiences four seasons. The winter in January and February is followed by summer between March and May, the monsoon season between June and September and the post-monsoon season from October till December.Meteorologically, Karnataka is divided into three zones coastal, north interior and south interior. Of these, the coastal zone receives the heaviest rainfall with an average rainfall of about 3,638.5mm (143 in) per annum, far in excess of the state average of 1,139mm (45 in). Agumbe in the Shivamogga district receives the second highest annual rainfall in India.The highest recorded temperature was 45.6C (114F) at Raichur and the lowest recorded temperature was 2.8C (37F) at Bidar.

In the modern history, the great Tipu Sultan of Mysore evokes the feelings of patriotism in every human soul. The state of Karnataka, constituted as Mysore under the Sates Reorganization Act, 1956, brought together the Kannada-speaking community distributed in five states and consisted of the territories of the old states of Mysore and Coorg, the Bijapur Kanara district and Kollegal taluk of the Coimbatore district in Madras. Earlier known as Mysore; the state was renamed as Karnataka on November 1, 1973

Food The South Karnataka or old Mysore region also known as Bayaluseeme or the plains including the present-day Kolara, Bengalooru, Mysooru, Tumakooru, Mandya, Haasana,Chickkamaglur,Chamarajanagara. Ragi and Rice are the most important staple grains, Jowar and bajra are also cultivated and consumed in the drier parts of the region. These meals are served on Plantain leaves or Mutuka leaves, dry Tendu-like leaves staples together into big circular discs. First accompaniments are served which includes variety of Palya, Kosambari, sweet-savory gojju, hot spicy chutney Pickles, bajji, bonda, vade, Papads. The first course alternated between sweets and rice preparation. The second course is a set of curries to be consumed with rice.KosambariKosambari made of cucumberA salad prepared using simple ingredients such as lentils, green chillies and finely chopped coriander.The dish is generally finished with a tempering of mustard seeds and asafotida. Common variants include kosambari made with the above ingredients in addition to grated cucumber or carrot

About Government

Governor: Shri Hans Raj Bhardwaj

Chief Minister: Shri. Siddaramaiah

Note: Karnataka government is taking tremendous interest in setting up e-parliament. Computer Society of India has judged Karnataka as the best e-governed State in India. CSI presented the award for the year 2000-01 to Chief Minister S M Krishna on May 16, 2002 at Vidhana Soudha. This is the first time the award has been instituted by the CSI

Politics of KarnatakaKarnataka became an independent state only in the year 1956. However, in 1956 it was known as the Mysore state; it was renamed as Karnataka only in 1973. During the British rule, most of the present day Karnataka were under many different administrations like the Bombay Presidency, Madras Presidency, the Nizam of Hyderabad, the rule of the Mysore kings, etc. A unification campaign on linguistic basis was carried out by many prominent political leaders of the state; Aluru Venkata Rao being one of the predominant leaders. This very long political movement, known as Ekikarana Movement, eventually found its success with the redrawing of the geography of the state of Mysore under the States Reorganization Act in 1956, when Kodagu and Kannada speaking regions from the erstwhile states of Madras, Hyderabad and Bombay were inducted into the Mysore state. The expanded Mysore state was renamed as Karnataka in 1973. There are many political parties, which dominate the politics of Karnataka today. The major political parties of the state are the Indian National Congress, Janata Dal(Secular), Janata Dal and Bharatiya Janata Party. Of course, like the other south Indian states, Karnataka politics also has many regional parties and they play a dominant role in state politics, helping to form and break governments, specially in the recent context with coalition politics ruling the roost.

The state legislative assembly or Vidhan Sabha comprises of 224 members, who are elected for a five-year term. The legislative council or Vidhan Parishad is a permanent body like all other Vidhan Parishads of India. This house comprises of 75 members, with one third of its members retiring every year. The state government is headed by the Chief Minister. Karnataka comprises of 29 districts, and each district is governed by the District Commissioner or District Magistrate. Vidhana Soudha in Bangalore (seat of the Legislative Assembly)Karnataka, like other Indian states, has a parliamentary system of government with two democratically elected houses, the Legislative Assembly and the Legislative Council. The Legislative Assembly consists of 224 members who are elected for five-year terms. The Legislative Council is a permanent body of 75 members with one-third (25 members) retiring every two years.For administrative purposes, Karnataka has been divided into four revenue divisions, 49 sub-divisions, 29 districts, 175 taluks and 745 hoblies/revenue circles.Politics in Karnataka has been dominated by three political parties, the Indian National Congress, the Janata Dal (Secular) and the Bharatiya Janata Party.

Candidates

23Bangalore RuralGENRavi Krishna ReddyAAP23Bangalore RuralGEND K SureshINC23Bangalore RuralGENThopaiah CBSP23Bangalore RuralGENR. Prabhakara ReddyJD(S)

25Bangalore CentralGENK.MurthyIND25Bangalore CentralGENModi SaifullaIND25Bangalore CentralGENBhovi Rama C.B.KIND

26Bangalore SouthGENNina P NayakAAP26Bangalore SouthGENNandan NilekaniINC26Bangalore SouthGENAnanth KumarBJP26Bangalore SouthGENKhan Abdul RazackBSP

Contd.

KARNATAKASl.No.Constituency No. & NameName of Candidate32.1.15Udupi ChikmagalurKum. Shobha Karandlaje33.2.19TumkurShri G.S. Basavaraj34.3.20MandyaShri Shivalingaiah35.4.21MysoreShri Prathap Simha36.5.28Kolar (SC)Shri M. Narayanaswamy

VotersAs of now, total number of voters in the state as on 31 January 2014 is 4,46,43,877. This is around 70 per cent of our population.Total number of male voters in the state was 2,27,78,644 and female 2,18,65,233.He said about 8 lakh voters are in the age group 18-19 years.The assembly elections, number of voters in the state was 4,36,52,706 which had reached 4,46,43,877, an increase of 10 lakh voters comPointing out that there are right now 54,261 polling stations spread over entire 28 parliamentary constituencies and 224 assembly constituenciespared to May 2013.

Manifesto

ContdEconomic growthProtecting the interests of labourRight to healthEmpowering scheduled castes, scheduled tribes and other backward classesWomens empowerment and protection of childrenSafeguarding minoritiesRural development and panchayati rajAgriculture and farmer welfareAccelerating industrial and manufacturing growthNnovation, information and communication technology

PredictionsKarnataka is one of the most important state for all political parties due to good numbers of seats. Karnataka has total 28 lok sabha seats / constituencies. So, it is one of the most important state to get good numbers of seats to form the Central Government.BJP (Bharatiya Janata Party) may win 12-15 lok sabha seats. Indian National Congress (INC) may win 8-12, Aam Aadmi Party may win 2-5 lok sabha seats. Janata Dal (Secular) may win 2-3 lok sabha seats. Please note that it is not exit polls, it is our prediction. Final result of Karnataka for Lok sabha Elections 2014 will be declared on 16th May, 2014.