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On Sun, 20 Aug 2023 at 19:32, 'gopala krishnan' via iyer123 < [email protected]> wrote: > *CULTURAL QA 08-2023-20A* > > Dear friends, > > All the QA in this posting are about Chennai. I am settled after > retirement in Chennai in 2005. The greater Chennai is devided in to 2 > coprporations. Chennai corporation and Tambaram corporation. I am residing > in Tambaram corporation. The growth is enormous in last decade in Chennai > > Gopalakrishnan 20-8-23 > > Q1 Why is South India more techy than North India? > > A1 Info Sage, Professional MavenJun 7 > > Introduction: > > The question of why South India is more tech-oriented than North India can > be attributed to various factors related to development, education, and > economic opportunities. Over the years, the southern states of India, > such as Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana, have > consistently outperformed the rest of the country in these areas. This > article will delve into the reasons behind this phenomenon and shed light > on the indicators of prosperity that have contributed to the South's > success. > > 1. Historical Context: > > At the time of India's independence in 1947, the southern states were not > leading in terms of development or economic prosperity. However, from the > 1980s onwards, the southern states began to diverge positively compared to > the rest of India, and this trend has continued to accelerate. The > reasons behind this divergence lie in the innovative policies implemented > by individual states. > > 2. Innovative Policies: > > Each southern state has its own unique story of progress, driven by > innovative policies. For instance, the mid-day meal scheme, which provides > free lunches to students in government schools, was initiated in Tamil Nadu > and has led to a significant increase in school admissions. Kerala has > attributed its advances in health and education to political mobilization > and its syncretic culture. Additionally, the strong regional identity and > subnationalism prevalent in these states have also played a role in their > success. > > 3. Indicators of Prosperity: > > The indicators of prosperity in the southern states of India are evident > across various sectors. These indicators include: > > a. Health: Southern India boasts lower infant mortality rates and higher > vaccination rates, contributing to better overall health outcomes. Access > to healthcare facilities is also more readily available, ensuring better > medical care and longer life expectancy. > > b. Education: Southern states have prioritized education and have > achieved higher school enrollment rates. Students stay in school longer and > are more likely to pursue higher education, including college. The focus on > education has resulted in a more skilled and educated workforce. > > c. Economic Opportunities: Southern states have experienced a shift away > from traditional agricultural practices, with a higher emphasis on diverse > sectors such as technology, services, and manufacturing. This shift has led > to higher-paying jobs and greater economic opportunities for the population. > > d. Social Impact: The progress in health, education, and economic > well-being has contributed to increased political representation and > influence. Citizens of the southern states are more likely to have a say in > elections, leading to a more participatory democracy. > > 4. Population Dynamics: > > Despite the remarkable progress, the southern states face a unique > challenge related to population dynamics. They have experienced lower > population growth compared to their northern counterparts. As a result, > their per-capita tax contributions are higher, but they receive a > relatively smaller share in central tax transfers, which are > population-dependent. This disparity is seen as a consequence of their > success and has been exacerbated by recent tax reforms. > > Conclusion: > > The tech advancements and overall prosperity of South India compared to > North India can be attributed to a combination of factors such as > innovative policies, focus on education, improved healthcare, economic > diversification, and social impact. The southern states' success has > transformed them into models of development and showcases the potential for > progress in other regions. However, it is crucial to address the challenges > arising from population dynamics and ensure equitable distribution of > resources to maintain the positive trajectory of the southern states' > growth. > > Q2 What do the people of Chennai currently need? > > A2 T.M. Gautham, Left Handed & Right MindedTue > > A clean Cooum where crocodiles can swim freely! > > A clean Adyar with mangroves in the estuaries! > > Buckingham Canal that is not a drainage! > > Pallikaranai Marshland that is not a garbage-dump of the whole city! > > These are not what people of Chennai needs. These are what the city of > Chennai needs! > > Until some political party does at least one of these, they should not > claim that they did any achievements. Achievements are something that > cannot be done easily. It irritates me when parties literally claim every > single action of them as achievement or a masterstroke. > > Most important- Pallikkaranai Marsh land requires fencing on all sides. > The board it is a marsh land is only in one side. Especially in the bus > stop fencing is absolutely required. > > Q3 Aside from Mumbai, Delhi, Gurgaon, Pune, and Bangalore have > become global cities, why does no one want to go to Chennai? Is it because > of their language and food quality? > > A3 Anil Gupta, Lives in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India > (1996–present)May 21 > > Chennai, formerly known as Madras, is the capital of the Indian state of > Tamil Nadu. It is a major port city on the Bay of Bengal and is one of the > most populous cities in India. Chennai has a long and rich history, > dating back to the 17th century when it was founded by the British East > India Company. > > In recent years, Chennai has undergone a major transformation. The city > has invested heavily in infrastructure, including roads, bridges, and > public transportation. Chennai has also become a major hub for the IT > industry and is home to several multinational corporations. > > As a result of these changes, Chennai is now a modern and cosmopolitan > city. The city is home to a diverse population of people from all over > India and the world. Chennai is also a major centre for culture and > education and is home to several universities, museums, and art galleries. > > Here are some of the key transformations that Chennai has undergone in > recent years: > > Economic transformation: Chennai has become a major hub for the IT > industry and is home to several multinational corporations. This has led to > an increase in employment opportunities and a rise in the standard of > living. > > Infrastructure transformation: Chennai has invested heavily in > infrastructure, including roads, bridges, and public transportation. This > has made the city more accessible and has improved the quality of life for > residents. > > Social transformation: Chennai has become a more cosmopolitan city with a > diverse population of people from all over India and the world. This has > led to a more tolerant and inclusive society. > > Environmental transformation: Chennai has taken steps to improve its > environment, including planting trees, reducing pollution, and conserving > water. This has made the city a more pleasant place to live and work. > > These transformations have made Chennai a more vibrant and livable city. > Chennai is now a major economic, cultural, and educational hub in India. > > Q4 What are some amazing facts about Kalikambal Temple, Chennai? > > A4 Sushil Kumar,Former Assistant Manager at IOCL PETROL > (2007–2019)Aug 9 > > The Kalikambal Temple in Chennai is a renowned Hindu temple dedicated to > Goddess Kalikambal. It is one of the most popular temples in the city and > is known for its rich history, architectural beauty, and vibrant festivals. > > Here are some amazing facts about the Kalikambal Temple: > > The temple has a rich history that dates back to the 17th century. It was > originally > located in George Town, an area founded by the British East India > Company. The temple was later relocated to its current site in Thambu > Chetty Street in the 18th century. > > The Kalikambal Temple is unique because it combines the worship of two > deities - Goddess Kalikambal and Lord Kamateswarar. The main deity, > Goddess Kalikambal, is an incarnation of Parvati, the consort of Lord > Shiva. Lord Kamateswarar is a form of Shiva who is worshipped as the god of > love and desire. > > The temple showcases exquisite architectural beauty. The main temple is > built in the Dravidian style of architecture and is adorned with intricate > carvings. The temple also has a number of smaller shrines dedicated to > other deities, including Vishnu, Lakshmi, Saraswati, and Ganesha. > > The temple is known for its vibrant festivals and celebrations. The most > important festival is the Kalikambal Brahmotsavam, which is held every > year in the month of March. The festival is a ten-day affair and is marked > by a number of rituals, including processions, dances, and music > performances. > > Goddess Kalikambal is believed to be the patron deity of arts, music, and > knowledge. It is said that those who worship her with devotion will be > blessed with success in these fields. > > Q5 What is the difference between the people of Bangalore and > Chennai? > > A5 Vaani Shree, Former And Currently Own Business Jul 24 > > Bangalore people enjoy a better climate and live in a more cosmopolitan > city, but a nightmare for car drivers. > > Chennai is more orthodox, more safer, cheaper in home rentals, better for > car drivers. The weather can zap you and your shirt/ banian can get > totally drenched in sweat, if your body isn't used to such a climate. The > evening stroll along the beach is a bonus, though. > > *All the above QA are from Quora digest to me on 20-08- 2023.* > > *Quora answers need not be 100% correct answers .Compiled **and posted by > R. Gopala krishnan, on 20-08-2023* > > > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "iyer123" group. > To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an > email to [email protected]. > To view this discussion on the web visit > https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/iyer123/1323706711.1012579.1692540111526%40mail.yahoo.com > <https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/iyer123/1323706711.1012579.1692540111526%40mail.yahoo.com?utm_medium=email&utm_source=footer> > . > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Thatha_Patty" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. 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