Part of: Karnataka Gk set 13

What is the Original name of Bangalore in Kannada Language?

Category: Karnataka Gk

Hint: Consider the local language name for the city.

Correct Answer: B) Bengaluru

Exam Relevance: UPSC, SSC, Bank PO, State PSC

Difficulty: Easy

Explanations:

The question asks for the original name of Bangalore in the Kannada language. To understand this, it is important to know the history and cultural context of the city. Bangalore, now officially known as Bengaluru, is the capital city of the state of Karnataka in India. The name "Bengaluru" has been in use for centuries and is deeply rooted in the local Kannada language and culture.

The name "Bengaluru" is believed to have originated from the words "benda kaalu ooru," which translates to "the city of boiled beans." According to legend, the founder of the city, Kempe Gowda I, named it after the beans that were served to him during a visit to the area. Over time, the name evolved into "Bengaluru," which is the official name used in the state of Karnataka.

However, during the British colonial period, the name was anglicized to "Bangalore." This anglicized version became widely used in English-speaking contexts, but the original Kannada name "Bengaluru" has always been the official name in the state. In recent years, there has been a renewed emphasis on using the original name "Bengaluru" to preserve the city's cultural heritage and identity.

It is important to note that while "Bangalore" is still commonly used, especially in international contexts, the correct and official name of the city in the Kannada language is "Bengaluru." This distinction is crucial for understanding the cultural and historical significance of the city's name.

Other options like "Kannada" and "Begur" are incorrect. "Kannada" is the name of the language spoken in Karnataka, not the name of the city. "Begur" is a suburb of Bengaluru and not the original name of the city.

Thus, the correct answer is "Bengaluru," which is the original name of Bangalore in the Kannada language.

Option Analysis:
  • Option A: This option is incorrect. "Kannada" is the name of the language spoken in Karnataka, not the name of the city.
  • Option B: This option is correct. "Bengaluru" is the original name of the city in the Kannada language.
  • Option C: This option is incorrect. "Bangalore" is the anglicized version of the city's name, not the original Kannada name.
  • Option D: This option is incorrect. "Begur" is a suburb of Bengaluru and not the original name of the city.

Mnemonic: Remember "Bengaluru" as the local name, not "Bangalore".

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