CLASS X NCERT SOLUTIONS. CHAPTER-COORG

About the Author 

Lokesh Abrol is an eminent doctor by profession. He built up the main multispeciality medical clinic in the private sector in Gurgaon. He is additionally a social worker. He established the first stray cow shelter in Gurgaon. Heb is also an established writer. The present essay on 'Coorg' features his sharp perception and the capacity for a realistic portrayal of the brilliant land that is called Coorg.

COORG

Coorg is a coffee producing region in the Karnataka state of India. It is situated halfway between Mysore and the coastal town of Mangalore. This land is popular for its rainforests and spices.

Questions

1.In which state of India is Coorg situated?
Answer: Karnataka.
2. Why is Coorg famous?
Answer: Coorg is famous for coffee plantation, evergreen rainforest and spices. 
3. How much area of Coorg is covered by evergreen forests?  
Answer: Thirty per cent .
4. From which river do Coorgs get water ?
Answer: Cavery .
5. Why are the Coorgi people famous?
Answer: The coorgi people are famous for their  hospitality.
6. Who was General Cariappa?
Answer: General Cariappa was the first chief of the Indian Army.
7. What is the district headquarter of Coorg?
Answer:  Madikeri
8. What is the distance between Bangalore and Coorg?
Answer: 260 kms.
9. What is Nisargadhama?
Answer: An island