Kerala: Geography, History, Economy, Culture and UPSC Notes
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- Kerala is a narrow coastal state situated in the south-western part of India.
- It is known for its high human-development indicators, tropical forests, extensive backwaters, spice cultivation, maritime history, religious diversity and strong system of decentralised governance. .
- For the UPSC Civil Services Examination, Kerala UPSC Notes are relevant to Indian geography, modern Indian history, art and culture, environment and biodiversity, disaster management, economy, social development, infrastructure and Centre–State relations.
- Kerala was formed on 1 November 1956 by bringing together the major Malayalam-speaking regions under the States Reorganisation Act, 1956.
- Thiruvananthapuram is the state capital, while Kochi is its leading commercial and industrial centre.
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