Lesson: Coorg
From: Glimpses of India – Part II
Author: Lokesh Abrol
Class: 10 | English First Flight
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Full Explanation (in English)
Coorg, also known as Kodagu, is a small district in the state of Karnataka, famous for its lush greenery, coffee plantations, spices, and brave people. The author paints a vivid picture of Coorg's scenic beauty, wildlife, culture, and history.
Main Points:
Coorg lies between Mysore and Mangalore.
Best time to visit: September to March (the weather is pleasant, and the air is filled with the aroma of coffee).
It receives a lot of rainfall and has evergreen forests.
The people of Coorg, known as Kodavas, are known for their hospitality and bravery.
They have a tradition of being warriors and are the only people in India allowed to carry firearms without a license.
Indian Army has many brave Kodavas; General Cariappa was the first Indian Commander-in-Chief.
Coorg is home to animals like elephants, squirrels, langurs, and birds.
Adventure sports like river rafting, trekking, canoeing, and rock climbing are popular.
The Brahmagiri Hills, Raja’s seat, and Nisargadhama are popular tourist spots.
The river Kaveri (Cauvery) originates from Coorg.
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MCQs (Multiple Choice Questions)
1. Where is Coorg located?
a) Between Hyderabad and Bangalore
b) Between Mysore and Mangalore
c) Between Pune and Mumbai
d) Between Chennai and Kochi
Ans: b) Between Mysore and Mangalore
2. What is Coorg also known as?
a) The Coffee Bowl of India
b) Scotland of India
c) Heaven on Earth
d) Land of Warriors
Ans: b) Scotland of India
3. Which crop is most commonly grown in Coorg?
a) Tea
b) Wheat
c) Coffee
d) Rice
Ans: c) Coffee
4. Who are the people of Coorg?
a) Bengalis
b) Tamils
c) Kodavas
d) Kannadas
Ans: c) Kodavas
5. Which Indian General belonged to Coorg?
a) General Bipin Rawat
b) General Manekshaw
c) General Cariappa
d) General Subhash
Ans: c) General Cariappa
6. What is the weather like in Coorg during September to March?
a) Hot and dry
b) Wet and stormy
c) Pleasant and sunny
d) Extremely cold
Ans: c) Pleasant and sunny
7. Which river originates from Coorg?
a) Yamuna
b) Brahmaputra
c) Ganga
d) Kaveri
Ans: d) Kaveri
8. Which animal is commonly seen helping plantation workers in Coorg?
a) Dogs
b) Elephants
c) Horses
d) Oxen
Ans: b) Elephants
9. What kind of forests surround Coorg?
a) Deciduous
b) Thorny
c) Evergreen
d) Dry
Ans: c) Evergreen
10. What adventure sports can tourists enjoy in Coorg?
a) Ice skating
b) Scuba diving
c) River rafting and trekking
d) Skydiving
Ans: c) River rafting and trekking
11. What is the traditional dress of the Kodavas?
a) Saree and dhoti
b) Long black coat with a waist-belt
c) White kurta
d) Salwar-kameez
Ans: b) Long black coat with a waist-belt
12. Why is Coorg called ‘Scotland of India’?
a) Because of its culture
b) Because of its food
c) Because of its beautiful hills and forests
d) Because of its people
Ans: c) Because of its beautiful hills and forests
13. Which license is not required by Kodavas?
a) Driving license
b) Firearms license
c) Fishing license
d) Business license
Ans: b) Firearms license
14. What is Nisargadhama?
a) A festival
b) A waterfall
c) A river island
d) A hotel
Ans: c) A river island
15. What type of birds can be seen in Coorg?
a) Only crows and pigeons
b) Rare and wide variety of birds
c) Arctic
birds
d) Only parrots
Ans: b) Rare and wide variety of birds
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