Language activism and sub-nationalistic tendencies are arguably a part of the the cultural fabric of the South Indian states. This is more so the case in the southern state of Karnataka.
"12 years in Karnataka and yet to understand and learn Kannada? That says only two things: zero curiosity and willingness to learn, arrogance towards local culture and language." Reacting to the ...
(The official language of Karnataka is called Kannada.) It is not used during national ceremonies like Republic Day or Independence Day, but people hoist it across the state on 1 November every ...
A video circulating on X (formerly Twitter) shows a confrontation between a local resident and a non-Kannada speaker, raising questions about language and cultural respect in Karnataka.