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Over ages and eras, Karnataka has produced numerous noteworthy personalities who have contributed commendably to the nation in different ways. Famous personalities of Karnataka have made their mark in domains including social work, education, sports, politics, literature, dance, music, cinema and philosophy.

Basavanna, a 12th century philosopher from Karnataka, had spread awareness against caste system through his verses. Another notable personality from the same era, Akka Mahadevi emerged as a leader of the Bhakti movement and she is also one of the earliest female poets of the nation.

Karnataka has produced a number of distinguished scientists like C.N.R. Rao and Narayan Hosmane and respected politicians like George Fernandes, K.C. Reddy and H.D.Deve Gowda, too. Stalwarts of Indian cinema like Aishwarya Rai, Guru Dutt, Deepika Padukone and Prabhu Deva are from Karnataka. Celebrated sports personalities like Prakash Padukone, Mahesh Bhupathi and Rahul Dravid are Kannadigas as well. Read more about eminent personalities from Karnataka

Allama Prabhu – A Celebrated Vachana Poet and a Patron Saint of Lingayata

December 5, 2017 by madur

Allama Prabhu – A Celebrated Vachana Poet and a Patron Saint of Lingayata

Allama Prabhu is a renowned Vachana poet and a prominent Lingayat philosopher. Know more about Allama Prabhu’s work and poems.

Filed Under: Personalities Tagged With: allama prabhu, Karnataka Philosopher, Vachana poet, Veerashaiva saints

Onake Obavva – An Epitome of Bravery

October 3, 2017 by madur

Onake Obavva – An Epitome of Bravery

Onake Obavva is a brave woman who fought against Hyder Ali. Read on to know how Onake Obavva defined the Kingdome of Chitradurga during the war.

Filed Under: Personalities Tagged With: Chitradurga, chitradurga fort, onake obavva

Prakash Padukone – The Badminton Genius

August 20, 2017 by madur

Prakash Padukone – The Badminton Genius

Prakash Padukone is India’s badminton genius. Know more about Prakash Padukone’s career, achievements, and trivia and after retirement life.

Filed Under: Personalities Tagged With: badminton, personalities, prakash padukone, Sportsperson

Kuvempu – The Poet Who Redefined Kannada Literature

August 13, 2017 by madur

Kuvempu – The Poet Who Redefined Kannada Literature

Kuvempu, the illustrious Kannada poet has changed the literary realm of Karnataka. Know more about Kuvempu’s achievements, books, and life.

Filed Under: Personalities Tagged With: kannada poet, kuvempu, poet

Shakuntala Devi -An Epitome of Brilliance

May 16, 2017 by madur

Shakuntala Devi -An Epitome of Brilliance

Shakuntala Devi, for her mathematical genius, has been called by the world as the human computer. Learn about Shakuntala Devi, her achievements, and works.

Filed Under: Personalities Tagged With: Shakuntala Devi

Saalumarada Thimmakka – The Green Crusader

April 18, 2017 by madur

Saalumarada Thimmakka – The Green Crusader

Saalumarada Thimmakka is a well-known environmental crusader. Know ore about Saalumarada Thimmakka’s achievements, awards, and life.

Filed Under: Personalities Tagged With: Saalumarada Thimmakka

Vinayaka Krishna Gokak – the Renowned Scholar

April 6, 2017 by madur

Vinayaka Krishna Gokak – the Renowned Scholar

Vinayaka Krishna Gokak or V.K Gokak is a renowned essay writer and scholar. Know more about Vinayaka Krishna Gokak’s career and achievements.

Filed Under: Personalities Tagged With: Vinayaka Krishna Gokak

Gururaj Deshpande – An Entrepreneur to Reckon With

April 4, 2017 by madur

Gururaj Deshpande – An Entrepreneur to Reckon With

Gururaj Deshpande, an entrepreneur born in Hubli is best known for Sycamore Networks. Know about Gururaj Deshpande and his achievements.

Filed Under: Personalities Tagged With: Gururaj Deshpande

K.S. Ashwath – The Life of A Pantomimist

December 26, 2016 by Raggi Mudde

K.S. Ashwath – The Life of A Pantomimist

K. S. Ashwath is a veteran Kannada actor who won many prestigious awards. K. S. Ashwath was awarded the honorary Doctorate. Know more about K. S. Ashwath.

Filed Under: Personalities Tagged With: K. S. Ashwath

Sir M Visvesvaraya – An Excellent Statesman and Eminent Engineer

December 10, 2016 by Raggi Mudde

Sir M Visvesvaraya – An Excellent Statesman and Eminent Engineer

Sir M Visvesvaraya, popularly known as Sir MV, was an engineer and statesman. Know more about Sir M Visvesvaraya achievements as an engineer & a statesman

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