Coorg : 2 marks

 

Q1. Where is Coorg located?

A1. Coorg is located midway between Mysore and the coastal town of Mangalore in Karnataka.
🔹 Midway – মাঝামাঝি

Q2. Why is Coorg famous?

A2. Coorg is famous for its evergreen rainforests, spices, and coffee plantations.
🔹 Evergreen rainforests – চিরসবুজ অরণ্য
🔹 Spices – মশলা
🔹 Plantations – বাগান

Q3. What is the best time to visit Coorg?

A3. The best time to visit Coorg is from September to March when the weather is pleasant.
🔹 Pleasant – মনোরম

Q4. What is the possible ancestry of Coorg’s people?

A4. The people of Coorg are believed to be of Greek or Arabic descent.
🔹 Ancestry – পূর্বপুরুষগণ
🔹 Descent – বংশধারা

Q5. What is ‘kuppia’?

A5. ‘Kuppia’ is a long, black coat with an embroidered waist-belt worn by the Kodavus, similar to the kuffia worn by Arabs.
🔹 Waist-belt – কোমরের বেল্ট

Q6. What is unique about the people of Coorg in terms of weapons?

A6. The Kodavus are the only people in India permitted to carry firearms without a licence.
🔹 Firearms – আগ্নেয়াস্ত্র
🔹 Licence – অনুমতি পত্র

Q7. Which river gets its water from Coorg?

A7. The Kaveri River obtains its water from the hills and forests of Coorg.
🔹 Obtain – প্রাপ্ত হওয়া

Q8. What adventure activities can one enjoy in Coorg?

A8. Tourists can enjoy river rafting, canoeing, rappelling, rock climbing, and mountain biking in Coorg.
🔹 Adventure activities – দুঃসাহসিক ক্রিয়াকলাপ
🔹 Canoeing – ডিঙি নৌকাবিহার

Q9. Name some animals and birds found in Coorg.

A9. Coorg is home to kingfishers, squirrels, langurs, Malabar squirrels, macaques, and slender loris.
🔹 Squirrel – কাঠবিড়ালি
🔹 Langur – হনুমান

Q10. What can one see at Brahmagiri Hills?

A10. From Brahmagiri Hills, one can enjoy a panoramic view of the misty landscape of Coorg.
🔹 Panoramic view – বিস্তৃত দৃশ্য

Q11. What is Nisargadhama, and how does one reach it?

A11. Nisargadhama is a sixty-four-acre island, and one reaches it by crossing a rope bridge.
🔹 Island – দ্বীপ
🔹 Rope bridge – দড়ির সেতু

Q12. Where is India’s largest Tibetan settlement near Coorg?

A12. Bylakuppe, near Coorg, is home to India’s largest Tibetan settlement.
🔹 Settlement – বসতি

Q13. What is the significance of the Coorg Regiment?

A13. The Coorg Regiment is one of the most decorated regiments in the Indian Army, and General Cariappa, the first Chief of the Indian Army, was a Coorgi.
🔹 Regiment – সেনাদল
🔹 Decorated – পুরস্কৃত

Q14. What kind of hospitality is found in Coorg?

A14. Coorgi homes are known for their warm hospitality and recounting tales of valour.
🔹 Hospitality – আতিথেয়তা
🔹 Valour – বীরত্ব

Q15. What surprises await visitors in Coorg?

A15. Visitors can experience Buddhist monks at Bylakuppe, unique wildlife, adventure sports, and the serene beauty of nature.
🔹 Serene – শান্ত
🔹 Monks – সন্ন্যাসী