Kerala Flashcards
What is the capital city of Kerala?
Thiruvananthapuram
Which language is predominantly spoken in Kerala?
Malayalam
True or False: Kerala is known as ‘God’s Own Country’.
True
What is the primary religion practiced in Kerala?
Hinduism
Fill in the blank: Kerala is famous for its _____ tourism.
backwater
Which festival is widely celebrated in Kerala with boat races?
Onam
What is the main agricultural product of Kerala?
Rubber
Which type of dance is a classical form originating from Kerala?
Kathakali
What is the name of the traditional martial art of Kerala?
Kalaripayattu
Which state borders Kerala to the north?
Karnataka
What is the official state animal of Kerala?
Elephant
True or False: Kerala has a high literacy rate compared to other Indian states.
True
What is the primary economic activity in Kerala?
Agriculture
What is the famous dance-drama form from Kerala that tells stories from Hindu epics?
Kathakali
Fill in the blank: The backwaters of Kerala are interconnected _____ and lakes.
canals
Which is the largest city in Kerala?
Kochi
What is the main spice exported from Kerala?
Black pepper
True or False: Kerala is known for its ayurvedic treatments.
True
Which major river flows through Kerala?
Periyar River
What is the primary focus of Kerala’s healthcare system?
Public health
What is the name of the traditional Kerala cuisine that uses coconut and spices?
Kerala Sadhya
Which hill station in Kerala is known for its tea plantations?
Munnar
What is the main festival of Kerala that marks the harvest season?
Onam
Which prominent mountain range lies along the eastern border of Kerala?
Western Ghats
Fill in the blank: The famous backwaters of Kerala are primarily located in _____.
Alleppey
What is the traditional form of boat racing in Kerala called?
Vallam Kali
True or False: The majority of Kerala’s population is urban.
False
What is the name of the Kerala state bird?
Great Indian Hornbill
Which is the main international airport in Kerala?
Trivandrum International Airport
What is the most popular art form of Kerala that involves storytelling through dance?
Kathakali
What is the name of the famous Kerala festival where people decorate their homes with flowers?
Onam
Fill in the blank: Kerala has a coastline along the _____ Ocean.
Arabian
Which type of tea is primarily grown in the hills of Kerala?
Black tea
What is the traditional Kerala dress for women called?
Sari
Which famous national park is located in Kerala?
Periyar National Park
True or False: Kerala has a significant population of expatriates working in the Gulf countries.
True
What is the primary focus of Kerala’s education system?
Literacy and quality education
What traditional form of music is associated with Kerala?
Vanchipattu
Fill in the blank: Kerala is known for its _____ houses along the backwaters.
houseboat
What is the state flower of Kerala?
Golden Shower Tree (Cassia fistula)
Which is the official state fruit of Kerala?
Jackfruit
What is the significance of the ‘Nehru Trophy Boat Race’?
It is a famous annual boat race in Kerala.
What is the traditional healing system that originated in Kerala?
Ayurveda
Which city in Kerala is known as the ‘Queen of the Arabian Sea’?
Kochi
What is the highest peak in Kerala?
Anamudi
Fill in the blank: Kerala is famous for its _____ which is a blend of various cuisines.
food
What is the main focus of Kerala’s tourism?
Cultural and natural attractions
True or False: The literacy rate in Kerala is above 90%.
True
What is the main purpose of the Kerala State Film Awards?
To honor excellence in Malayalam cinema.
Which is the most popular sport in Kerala?
Cricket