Question

There are ___________ districts in Karnataka at present.
A. 25
B. 31
C. 35
D. 38

Answer 1

Hint: Bangalore, officially referred to as Bengaluru, the capital city of Karnataka is a perfect blend for different cultures and traditions within India. The present shape of the Indian state Karnataka was formed with the merging of the Coorg with the former states of Mysore in 1956.

Complete Answer: The Indian state of Karnataka comprises 31 districts at present. Under the state of Karnataka, Coorg at present is an administrative district but before 1956 it was an administratively separate state. Later on, in 1956 it was merged with the former states of Mysore. Thus forming the present Karnataka state in 1956 with the passage of the States Reorganisation Act.

The Bengaluru Urban is also known as Bangalore Urban district in the Indian state of Karnataka, is the smallest district in the state. The district is spread over 2,196 square kilometres while The Belgaum is the largest district in the Indian state of Karnataka, officially known as the Belagavi. The district is spread over 13,415 square kilometres.

The district with the lowest population is the Kodagu district formerly known as Coorg occupies an area of 4,102 square kilometres in the Western Ghats of Karnataka whereas Bengaluru Urban District tops the list in terms of population. The capital city of Karnataka, Bengaluru has become the main hub for IT industries which has attracted the attention of entrepreneurs as well as foreign investors.

Thus, the correct answer is option (B).

Note: The state of Karnataka is best known for its software industry and biotechnology and has recorded the highest growth rates in terms of GDP. It is declared as one of the high economic growth states and is considered a pioneer in the field of industrialization in India.