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Karnataka is one of the 28 states of India. What was it known as before being renamed in 1973?

  1. Mysore

  2. Coorg

  3. Telangana

  4. Madurai
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The state of Karnataka was known as Mysore until November 1, 1973, when it was renamed to better reflect the Kannada language and cultural identity of the region. The name 'Karnataka' comes from 'Karu' meaning 'elevated land' and 'Nadu' meaning 'land/region' in Kannada. Mysore remains a major city within the state, but the state name change helped represent all regions beyond just the Mysore area.

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