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'''Telangana''' is a state located in the southern region of [[India]]. It is famous for its rich cultural heritage, historical sites, and emerging IT sector. Telangana came into existence on 2nd June 2014. It was carved out of [[Andhra Pradesh]]. Telangana shares its boundaries with [[Maharashtra]], [[Chhattisgarh]], [[Karnataka]], and [[Andhra Pradesh]]. '''Hyderabad''' is the capital as well as the biggest city of Telangana.

==Etymology==
The name "''Telangana''" was derived from "''Trilinga Desa''," referring to a land that housed three ancient temples of Lord Shiva at Kaleshwaram, Srisailam, and Draksharamam. With time, "Trilinga Desa" changed to "Telangana."

==History==
The history of the state of Telangana is quite rich. In the ancient period, the region was under the Satavahana dynasty. Then the region was under the Kakatiya dynasty, which is famous for its architectural skills.

During the medieval period, the region was under the Qutb Shahi dynasty and then the Hyderabad State under the Nizams. After India gained independence, the region of Hyderabad was merged with the Indian Union in 1948.

In 1956, the region of Telangana was merged with the Andhra State and the name of the merged region was changed to Andhra Pradesh. After a strong movement for a separate state, the region of Telangana was officially formed in 2014.

==Geography==
The geographical area of the state of Telangana is 112,077 square kilometers. The state is located on the Deccan Plateau and has a semi-arid climate.

The major rivers of the region are the Godavari River and the Krishna River. The topography of the region is mostly plain, hill, and forest.

==Demographics==
The total population of the region is over 35 million people, according to the 2011 Census of India. The official language is Telugu; however, the people also speak Urdu.

The region comprises a diverse population of urban and rural dwellers; Hyderabad is a metropolitan city.

==Religion==
The majority of the people in the region practice Hinduism; however, the region is also home to a significant number of Muslims and Christians.

The region is famous for its religious sites such as the Yadadri Temple and the historical Charminar site in the city of Hyderabad.

==Culture==
The region is known for its strong cultural tradition, which is a blend of South Indian and Deccan culture. The region celebrates various festivals such as Bathukamma, Bonalu, and Sankranti with great enthusiasm.

The region is famous for its folk art, music, and dance. The handicrafts and textiles of the region also depict the richness of the culture.

==Government and Administration==
Telangana has a parliamentary system of government. The Governor is the head of state, while the Chief Minister is the executive head. The state has a unicameral legislature, which is known as the Telangana Legislative Assembly.

The state is divided into several districts for administrative purposes.

==Economy==
The economy of Telangana is mainly driven by agriculture, industries, and services. Hyderabad is a major IT and business center, which greatly contributes to the economy.

The state is known for the production of rice, cotton, and maize. Industry is also a major contributor to the economy.

==Infrastructure==
Telangana has well-developed infrastructure facilities such as roads, railway lines, and airports. Hyderabad is the main transportation hub of Telangana.

The state has well-developed irrigation systems, urban infrastructure, and industrial corridors.

==Education==
The state has several well-known educational institutions such as Osmania University and University of Hyderabad.

The literacy rate of the state has improved significantly due to government initiatives and the development of educational facilities.

==Media==
The state of Telangana has a well-developed media sector with newspapers, television channels, and other electronic media. Hyderabad is the main hub of the media and entertainment industry.

==Sports==
The most popular sport in Telangana is cricket. Other popular sports include badminton, football, and kabaddi.

==See Also==

==External Links==

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