This is one of the districts of Karnataka. Cotton was widely grown here and it became the most important centre for cotton textile industries. Hence it is also called ‘Manchester of Karnataka’. Which district is being talked about?
A
Tumakuru
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B
Kolar
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C
Mysore
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D
Davanagere
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Solution
The correct option is D Davanagere Before independence, cotton mills were set up in the northern maidan where cotton was widely grown. Davanagere became the most important centre for cotton textile industries. In fact, Davanagere is called the ‘Manchester of Karnataka’ for its huge cotton production.