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Which of the following district is known as the 'Kashmir of Karnataka'?

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Chikkamagaluru
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Kodagu
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Mysore
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Shivamogga
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Solution

The correct option is B Kodagu
Kodagu is known as the 'Kashmir of Karnataka'. It has obtained its name because of its cool weather. It is also known as the 'Land of Oranges' because oranges are grown abundantly in Kodagu district. This is hill station coupled with breathtaking views, diverse wildlife and world- class coffee plantation that has become a tourist destination.Special features of Kodagu: apart from coffee and spice plantation. Kodagu is also called Scotland of India. In 1834 , the east India company annexed the Kodagu to British India after overthrowing Chikka Virarajendra from the Kodagu kingdom as Coorg.


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