Question

What are some of the things you now know about 
(i) The people of Coorg? 
(ii) The main crop of Coorg? 
(iii) The sports it offers to tourists? 
(iv) The animals you are likely to see in Coorg? 
(v) Its distance from Bangalore, and how to get there?

Answer 1

(i) The people of Coorg

Kodavas

The inhabitants are popularly known as Kodavas (Coorgis). The text highlights that they are warm, hospitable, and proud of their martial traditions. Many Kodavas have served with distinction in the Indian Army; the lesson specifically notes their courage and discipline.

• \(\Rightarrow\) Hospitality & Culture: Visitors are welcomed generously; family and community bonds are strong.
• \(\Rightarrow\) Martial Heritage: A renowned tradition of valour; the community has produced notable soldiers and officers.
• \(\Rightarrow\) Distinct Identity: A unique dress, customs, and festivals set them apart from neighbouring regions.

(ii) The main crop of Coorg

Coffee

Spices

The principal crop is coffee. Coorg’s undulating hills are carpeted with coffee plantations, often interspersed with shade trees. The air is described as being filled with the invigorating aroma of coffee blossoms.

• \(\Rightarrow\) Mainstay: Coffee estates dominate the landscape and economy.
• \(\Rightarrow\) Alongside: Cardamom and pepper vines grow widely among the trees

(iii) Sports/activities for tourists

Adventure

Nature

Coorg offers a range of adventure and nature-based activities thanks to its rivers, forests, and hills.

• \(\Rightarrow\) River-based: White-water rafting, canoeing, and kayaking on stretches of the River Kaveri (as highlighted in the lesson).
• \(\Rightarrow\) On land: Trekking, hiking, rock climbing, rappelling, and mountain biking.
• \(\Rightarrow\) Leisure: Nature walks, bird-watching, and plantation trails through coffee estates.

(iv) Animals likely to be seen in Coorg

Rainforest fauna

The evergreen forests of Coorg are teeming with wildlife. The text mentions several creatures and the general abundance of birds and insects.

• \(\Rightarrow\) Primates & small mammals: Macaques, langurs, the Malabar giant squirrel, and the slender loris.
• \(\Rightarrow\) Larger presence: Elephants are associated with the region (including elephant camps in the wider Coorg area).
• \(\Rightarrow\) Avifauna & insects: Rich birdlife; bees and butterflies are plentiful around coffee blossoms.

(v) Distance from Bangalore & how to get there

Access

The lesson places Coorg midway between Mysuru and the coastal town of Mangaluru. In practical travel terms, the Coorg region (Madikeri as a common base) is roughly \( \approx 240\text{–}270 \,\text{km} \) from Bengaluru by road, depending on the exact route and destination within Coorg.

• \(\Rightarrow\) By road (common): Bengaluru \(\to\) Coorg via Mysuru/Hassan routes; scenic drives through forests and plantations.
• \(\Rightarrow\) By rail (nearest hubs): Mysuru, Hassan, and Mangaluru are practical rail gateways; onward travel by road to Coorg.
• \(\Rightarrow\) By air (nearest airports): Mangaluru (closer) and Bengaluru (major international hub); continue by road to Coorg.

In the NCERT text, emphasis is on Coorg’s location and the picturesque road approach; the above transport details summarise the usual access options students are expected to know.

Tip to remember: Link each sub-answer to a single keyword — People \(\Rightarrow\) Kodavas & valour; Crop \(\Rightarrow\) Coffee; Sports \(\Rightarrow\) rafting & trekking; Animals \(\Rightarrow\) macaques, Malabar squirrel, slender loris; Access \(\Rightarrow\) ~250 km from Bengaluru by road.

Answer 2

(i) The people of Coorg are fiercely independent. They are of Greek or Arabic descent. They have a tradition of hospitality. They enjoy recounting numerous tales of valour related to their sons and fathers. Kodavus are the only people in India permitted to carry firearms without a license. The author has described the people of Coorg as a proud race of martial men and beautiful women.

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(ii) Coffee is the main crop of Coorg. The coffee estates stand tucked under tree canopies in prime corners.

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(iii) The sports that Coorg offers to tourists are river rafting, canoeing, rappelling, rock climbing, mountain biking, and trekking.

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(iv) The animals that one is likely to see in Coorg are birds, bees, butterflies, macaques, Malabar squirrels, langurs, loris, and wild elephants.

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(v) The distance between Coorg and Bangalore is around 260 km.From Mysore, it is 146 Kms and there is good train connectivity between Mysore and Coorg. From Bangalore, bus services are also available. From the rest of India, anybody can reach Bangalore airport by flight and proceed towards Coorg.