Question

You are a fruit vendor in the village of Newpadupu. One fine day, a tourist approaches your stall and asks you the prices of your goods in English. You're not sure how to respond. This incident made you realise the importance of the English language. Over the years, you build a school in Newpadupu so every child in the village receives a formal education.

A: Who are you?
B: Which major city is located close to your village?

• A. A: Harekala Hajabba
  B: Kannur
• B. A: Harekala Hajabba
  B: Mangalore
• C. A: Pokkudan
  B: Kannur
• D. A: Pokkudan
  B: Mangalore

Answer 1

The correct option is B A: Harekala Hajabba

B: Mangalore
Harekala Hajabba is an orange vendor in the village of Newpadupu, located in the district of Mangalore, Karnataka. He started a single classroom in his native village, and later converted it into a primary school with the help of donations. For his efforts, he was awarded the Padma Shri.