Q.1. Why is Coorg called the land of rolling hills?

CBSE (2011,2020)

Ans. Coorg is called the land of rolling hills because the hills are not steep or very high. Then there are
rainforests grown over them. The Brahmagiri hills command a panoramic view of the misty landscape of
Coorg.

Q.2. What is the descent of the people of Coorg? How?

Ans. The descent of the people of Coorg is of Greek or Arabic. As the story goes, a part of Alexander's
army settled here. The return was impossible. So the people married amongst the locals. Their culture is
clear in martial traditions, marriage and religious rites. They wear a black coat called kuppia. It is similar
to kuffia worn by the Arabs and the Kurds.

Q.3. What shows the Coorgis might be of the Arabic descent ? Or What proves Kodavu people's Arab
descent? CBSE (2011) CBSE (2015)

Ans. The Coorgis or the Kodavu people are of Greek or Arabic descent. They wear the long, black coat
with embroidered waist-belt. It is known as kuppia. It resembles the kuffia worn by the Arabs and the
Kurds. Besides, their traditions are distinct from the Hindu mainstream.

Q.4. The people of Coorg have a tradition of courage and bravery. How has it been recognized in
modern India? CBSE (2011,2015,2019)

Ans. The people of Coorg have a tradition of courage and bravery. The Coorg Regiment is one of the
most decorated in the Indian Army. The first Chief of the Indian Army, General Cariappa, was a Coorgi.
The Kodavus are the only people in the country who are not required to have a licence for their
firearms.

Q.5. Describe the wildlife of Coorg.

Ans. Kaveri river gets its water from the Coorg hills and forests. It has aquatic life of its own. Plenty of
fish are found in it. Freshwater fish abound in it. Other animals are also found here in plenty. Kingfishers,
squirrels, langurs, etc, are found in plenty here. Elephants enjoy being bathed in the river by their
mahouts.

Q 6. What high energy adventure is available here?

Ans. The place also is ideal for adventure sports. High energy adventure available here is of river rafting,
conoeing, rappelling, rock climbing and mountain biking. Numerous walking trails are available here.
They are a favourite with trackers in this region. The tourists enjoy doing this high-energy adventure.

Q.7. What do you know about the people of Coorg?

Ans. Coorgis are fiercely independent people. They belong to the proud race of martial men and
beautiful women. They are either the descendants of Greeks or the Arabs. Their valour and hospitability
are famous throughout the country.
Q.8. Describe the traditional dress of Coorgis.

Ans. The traditional Coorgi dress is a long black coat with an embroidered vaist-belt known as kuppia.
This dress resembles a lot to kuffia, a dress worn by the Arabs and the Kurds.

Q.1. Where is Coorg or Kodagu situated? How does it look?

Ans. Coorg or Kodagu is situated midway between Mysore and the coastal town of Mangalore. It is the
smallest district of Karnataka. It is a piece of heaven fallen from the Kingdom of God. This is a land of
rolling hills. It has evergreen rain forests, spices and coffee plantations. During the monsoons, it rains
much. Not many visitors come then. The touring season is between September and March. There is the
smell of coffee in the air. One can see coffee estates and (colonial) bungalows here. They stand tucked
under tree covers in many good corners. The entire Landscape looks very charming.

Q.2. What does the author say about the people of Coorg called Kodavus?

Ans. The author calls the people of Coorg as martial men and beautiful women. It has wild creatures
also. These people are of Greek or Arabic descent. As per a legend, a part of Alexander's army moved
south. It settled here as return became impossible. These people married amongst the locals. Their
culture is seen in the martial traditions, marriage and religious rites. These are different from the Hindu
mainstream. Secondly, the Kodavus wear a long black coat with an embroidered waist-belt. This is
known as kuppia. It resembles the kuffia worn by the Arabs and the Kurds. They are thus the only people
in India to do so.

Q.3. How is Coorg a place worth visiting ? Or How is Coorg a place of great tourist interest ?

Ans. Coorg is a simply piece of heaven. It must have fallen from the Kingdom of God. It has evergreen
rain forests, spices and coffee plantations. There is coffee smell in its air. The river Kaveri has its water
from the hills and forests of Coorg. From the Brahmagiri hills one can see the entire misty landscape of
Coorg. One can see the Tibetan monks at Bylakuppe. Mahaseer, a large fresh water fish, is found in
plenty here. Wildlife is in plenty here. Kingfishers, squirrels, langurs and elephants can be seen here.
Elephants enjoy being bathed in the river by their mahouts.

Q.4. Coorg offers a variety of adventures as the district is rich in flora and fauna'. What does Coorg
offer to the tourists? How can one reach Coorg?

Ans. Coorg offers a variety of adventures as the district is rich in flora and fauna. River Kaveri flows
through Coorg. One can do many activities like river rafting, canoeing, rappelling. etc. Rock climbing and
mountain hiking are also famous here. Birds, bees, Macaques, Malabar squirrels, etc. catch attention.
One can have a panoramic view from the top of the Brahmagiri hills. Nisargadhame and the largest
Buddhist Tibetan Settlement which is in Bylakuppe, is also an amazing place to explore. Coorg can be
reached by road and rail. By air, the nearest airports to Coorg are Bangalore and Mangalore. Coorg also
has a rich heritage and traditional culture to offer.