With reference to the administrative changes in Karnataka, consider the following statements: 1. The government allocated Rs 32,611 crore for coastal region development projects. 2. The Dakshina Kannada district is being renamed to Mangaluru district. 3. Tulu has been designated as the state's first additional administrative language. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Karnataka Gives 'Tulu' Official Status, Will Rename Dakshina Kannada To Mangaluru District

GS1History · Society · Geography· Art, architecture & culture· Prelims· 18 September 2026

Linguistic diversity and regional identity: a GS1 Culture and GS2 Federalism case study.

Why in news

The Karnataka government announced Tulu as the state's second additional administrative language and approved renaming Dakshina Kannada district to Mangaluru.

Background

The Karnataka Cabinet approved Tulu as an additional administrative language alongside Kannada. The government also greenlit Rs 32,611 crore for coastal region development projects, including a medical college and island tourism hubs.

Facts for Prelims

FactTulu is designated as the second additional administrative language in Karnataka.
PlaceDakshina Kannada district is being renamed to Mangaluru district.
FactRs 32,611 crore was allocated for coastal region development projects including a medical college.

Prelims practice question

With reference to the administrative changes in Karnataka, consider the following statements:

The government allocated Rs 32,611 crore for coastal region development projects.
The Dakshina Kannada district is being renamed to Mangaluru district.
Tulu has been designated as the state's first additional administrative language.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a)1 only
(b)1 and 2 only
(c)1 and 3 only
(d)1, 2 and 3

Show answer

Answer: (b) 1 and 2 only — Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Statement 3 is incorrect: Tulu is designated as the second additional administrative language.

For Mains

Q. Discuss how the recognition of regional languages and cultural identities contributes to the preservation of India's linguistic diversity and social cohesion.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

Identity politics: Balancing regional linguistic aspirations with state-wide administrative uniformity
Economic integration: Linking cultural recognition with infrastructure development in coastal regions

Keywords: Linguistic diversity · Administrative language · Cultural identity · Regional development · Social cohesion

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