{"id":2816,"date":"2025-05-05T19:38:29","date_gmt":"2025-05-05T14:08:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/?p=2816"},"modified":"2025-10-18T14:06:20","modified_gmt":"2025-10-18T08:36:20","slug":"telangana","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/telangana\/","title":{"rendered":"Telangana: History, Polity, Culture, Rivers, National Parks, Tiger Reserves"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<label class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/label>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #127abf;color:#127abf\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #127abf;color:#127abf\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/telangana\/#Historical_Context_and_Formation_of_Telangana\" >Historical Context and Formation of Telangana<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/telangana\/#Telangana_Geography_and_Climate\" >Telangana Geography and Climate<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/telangana\/#Demographics_of_Telangana\" >Demographics of Telangana<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/telangana\/#Telanganas_Language_and_Culture\" >Telangana\u2019s Language and Culture<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/telangana\/#Telangana_Festivals_and_Traditions\" >Telangana Festivals and Traditions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/telangana\/#Telangana_Arts_and_Crafts\" >Telangana Arts and Crafts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/telangana\/#Telangana_State_Symbols\" >Telangana State Symbols<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/telangana\/#Economic_Growth_and_Development_of_Telangana\" >Economic Growth and Development of Telangana<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/telangana\/#Related_Articles\" >Related Articles\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/telangana\/#Telangana_FAQs\" >Telangana FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p><b>Telangana<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the 29th state of India, was officially formed on <\/span><b>June 2, 2014<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, marking the end of a decades-long struggle for a separate state. With a rich historical legacy, diverse culture, and thriving economy, Telangana offers a fascinating blend of tradition and modernity. Spanning an area of 1,12,077 square kilometers, it is home to over 35 million people (according to the 2011 Census). The capital city, Hyderabad, serves as a major economic and cultural hub not only for Telangana but for the entire region.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2819\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-05-175950.png?resize=279%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"279\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-05-175950.png?resize=279%2C300&amp;ssl=1 279w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-05-175950.png?w=490&amp;ssl=1 490w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 279px) 100vw, 279px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context_and_Formation_of_Telangana\"><\/span><b>Historical Context and Formation of Telangana<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Telangana&#8217;s path to statehood is a story of historical complexity. Once part of the Hyderabad state, Telangana was ruled by the <\/span><b>Nizam<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a monarch under the British Raj. After India gained independence in 1947, the Nizam agreed to <\/span><b>join the Indian Union in 1948<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. However, Telangana continued to be a part of the larger Hyderabad state, which was eventually merged with Andhra State in 1956 to create the state of Andhra Pradesh.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Over the years, growing concerns about political, cultural, and economic inequality sparked demands for a separate Telangana. These calls for statehood grew louder in the late 20th and early 21st centuries. After years of protests and negotiations, the movement finally reached its peak. In 2014, the formation of Telangana was officially realized with the passing of the <\/span><b>Andhra Pradesh State Reorganization Bill <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">in the Indian Parliament, fulfilling the long-standing aspirations of its people.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Also Read:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/indian-states-and-their-capitals\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indian States and Their Capitals<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Telangana_Geography_and_Climate\"><\/span><b>Telangana Geography and Climate<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Telangana is situated in the <\/span><b>Deccan Plateau<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a region known for its varied topography and rich natural resources. Telangana shares borders with Maharashtra and Chhattisgarh to the north, Karnataka to the west, and Andhra Pradesh to the south and east. The state is characterized by a mix of hills, forests, plains, and rivers. Major rivers like the <\/span><b>Godavari<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>Krishna<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><b>Musi <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">flow through the state, contributing to its agrarian economy. The climate is predominantly tropical, with hot summers, a monsoon season, and mild winters.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Also Read: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/uppsc-exam-analysis-2024\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>UPPCS Exam Analysis<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Demographics_of_Telangana\"><\/span><b>Demographics of Telangana<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to the 2011 Census, Telangana has a population of 35 million people, with nearly equal numbers of males (17.61 million) and females (17.39 million). The state&#8217;s population density is 312 people per square kilometer. The literacy rate in Telangana is 59%, with over 20 million people being able to read and write. The state is known for its diversity, with a wide range of languages, traditions, and religious practices, all of which make it unique.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Telanganas_Language_and_Culture\"><\/span><b>Telangana\u2019s Language and Culture<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Telangana\u2019s culture is a remarkable fusion of influences from the North and the South, often described as a meeting point of diverse languages, customs, and traditions. The region&#8217;s cultural history has been shaped by various dynasties such as the <\/span><b>Satavahanas<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>Kakatiyas<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>Qutb Shahis<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and the <\/span><b>Asaf Jahi Nizams<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. These rulers left behind an indelible mark on the region\u2019s architecture, art, literature, and social structure.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The dominant language in Telangana is <\/span><b>Telugu<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, though Urdu is also widely spoken, particularly in Hyderabad. The culture of Telangana is often described as the &#8220;<\/span><b>Ganga-Jamuni Tehzeeb<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,&#8221; reflecting the harmonious coexistence of Hindu and Muslim communities. This pluralistic culture is visible in the state\u2019s festivals, cuisine, art, and music.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Telangana_Festivals_and_Traditions\"><\/span><b>Telangana Festivals and Traditions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Telangana celebrates a rich array of festivals that showcase its cultural diversity. Prominent Hindu festivals such as <\/span><b>Ugadi<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>Srirama Navami<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>Vinayaka Chaturthi<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>Dasara<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><b>Diwali <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">are celebrated with zeal and fervor. Among these, <\/span><b>Dasara <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">holds particular importance, with the state calling it <\/span><b>\u2018Pedda Panduga\u2019 <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(the grand festival). A unique aspect of the Dasara celebration in Telangana is the <\/span><b>Bathukamma festival<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a floral celebration that takes place just before the festival of Dasara. Women, dressed in vibrant costumes and jewelry, create flower stacks and sing folk songs. The Bathukamma festival symbolizes the beauty of nature, and its culmination involves immersing the flowers in local lakes and tanks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another major festival is <\/span><b>Bonalu<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, dedicated to Goddess Mahakali, where people offer rice cooked with milk, jaggery, and turmeric to the deity. <\/span><b>Ramzan<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>Muharram<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are significant festivals for Muslims, with large-scale celebrations in Hyderabad. Christians in the state also celebrate <\/span><b>Christmas<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>Good Friday<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with much devotion.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Also Read: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/how-to-fill-upsc-form-2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>How to Fill UPSC Form 2025<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Telangana_Arts_and_Crafts\"><\/span><b>Telangana Arts and Crafts<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Telangana\u2019s arts and crafts heritage is an essential part of its cultural identity. The state is known for its exquisite handicrafts, each with distinct artistic techniques and historical significance. Notable traditional crafts include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Bidri Craft<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: A form of metalwork involving the engraving of silver onto blackened metal. The technique, which originated in Bidar (now part of Karnataka), is still practiced in Telangana, producing beautiful artifacts and decor.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Banjara Needle Crafts<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Traditional handmade fabrics adorned with mirror work and embroidery, created by the Banjara tribal community.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Dokra Metal Crafts<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: An ancient form of bell-metal casting used to create figures of deities, animals, and everyday objects, primarily produced by tribal artisans.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Nirmal Arts<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Originating from the Kakatiya period, Nirmal paintings use natural dyes to create intricate depictions from Hindu epics like the Ramayana and Mahabharata. Nirmal wooden crafts also include carved items with traditional floral motifs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Bronze Castings<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: The state is also renowned for its bronze castings, used to create intricate statues and religious idols.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These crafts, many of which are centuries old, reflect the rich cultural heritage of Telangana and continue to thrive in local markets and cultural institutions.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"metaslider-id-5575\" style=\"width: 100%;\" class=\"ml-slider-3-107-0 metaslider metaslider-flex metaslider-5575 ml-slider has-dots-nav ms-theme-default-base\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"New Slideshow\" data-height=\"300\" data-width=\"700\">\n    <div id=\"metaslider_container_5575\">\n        <div id=\"metaslider_5575\">\n            <ul aria-live='off' class='slides'>\n                <li style=\"display: block; width: 100%;\" 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data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2820\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-05-180041.png?resize=300%2C201&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"201\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-05-180041.png?resize=300%2C201&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-05-180041.png?w=589&amp;ssl=1 589w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>State Animal<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: <\/span><b>Jinka<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (Deer) symbolizes the sensitivity and innocence of the state\u2019s people.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2821\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-05-180305.png?resize=300%2C200&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-05-180305.png?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-05-180305.png?resize=768%2C513&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-05-180305.png?w=948&amp;ssl=1 948w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>State Tree<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: <\/span><b>Jammi Chettu<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (Prosopis Cineraria) is linked to ancient myths and legends, especially in the Mahabharata, where the Pandavas worshipped the tree.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2822\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-05-180351.png?resize=300%2C201&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"201\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-05-180351.png?resize=300%2C201&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-05-180351.png?w=709&amp;ssl=1 709w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>State Flower<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: <\/span><b>Tangedu<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> flower, used in the Bathukamma festival, is significant both culturally and ecologically.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2823\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-05-180440.png?resize=300%2C224&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"224\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-05-180440.png?resize=300%2C224&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Screenshot-2025-05-05-180440.png?w=524&amp;ssl=1 524w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Economic_Growth_and_Development_of_Telangana\"><\/span><b>Economic Growth and Development of Telangana<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since its formation, Telangana has focused on boosting its economy, particularly in information technology, pharmaceuticals, and agriculture. Hyderabad, also known as \u201c<\/span><b>Cyberabad<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,\u201d has become a major IT hub, with global companies like Microsoft, Google, and Facebook setting up their offices there. The state&#8217;s pharmaceutical industry is thriving, earning Hyderabad the title of the &#8220;<\/span><b>Bulk Drug Capital of the World<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Agriculture is still an important part of the economy, with rice, cotton, and groundnuts being common crops. 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#444;}#sp-ea-2818.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {background: #eee;}#sp-ea-2818.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a .ea-expand-icon { float: left; color: #444;font-size: 16px;}.sp-ea-one.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a {\r\n  padding: 7px;\r\n  background: #fff;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a {\r\n  font-size: 1rem;\r\n}\r\n.sp-ea-one.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a .ea-expand-icon {\r\n  font-size: 1rem;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a .ea-expand-icon {\r\n  margin-right: 0px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single{\r\n background: #fff;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.ea-expand a{\r\n  background: #cfe2ff !important;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion{\r\n  margin-bottom: 1rem;\r\n  margin-top: 1rem;\r\n}<\/style><div id=\"sp_easy_accordion-1746448064\"><div id=\"sp-ea-2818\" class=\"sp-ea-one sp-easy-accordion\" data-ea-active=\"ea-click\" data-ea-mode=\"vertical\" data-preloader=\"1\" data-scroll-active-item=\"1\" data-offset-to-scroll=\"0\"><div id=\"eap-preloader-2818\" class=\"accordion-preloader\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/plugins\/easy-accordion-free\/public\/assets\/ea_loader.svg\" alt=\"Loader image\"\/><\/div><div class=\"ea-card ea-expand sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-28180\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse28180\" aria-controls=\"collapse28180\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-minus\"><\/i> When was Telangana formed?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse collapsed show\" id=\"collapse28180\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-2818\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-28180\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Telangana was officially formed on June 2, 2014, after the Andhra Pradesh State Reorganization Bill was passed, making it the 29th state of India.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-28181\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse28181\" aria-controls=\"collapse28181\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What is the capital of Telangana?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse28181\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-2818\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-28181\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The capital of Telangana is Hyderabad, a major hub for culture, economy, and technology, known as \"Cyberabad\" for its booming IT industry.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-28182\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse28182\" aria-controls=\"collapse28182\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What languages are spoken in Telangana?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse28182\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-2818\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-28182\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The main language spoken in Telangana is Telugu, while Urdu is also widely used, especially in Hyderabad, reflecting the state's cultural diversity.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-28183\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse28183\" aria-controls=\"collapse28183\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What are some popular festivals in Telangana?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse28183\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-2818\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-28183\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Key festivals include Dasara, Bathukamma, Bonalu, Ugadi, and Vinayaka Chaturthi, with unique traditions that reflect the state's cultural blend of Hindu and Muslim practices.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-28184\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse28184\" aria-controls=\"collapse28184\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What are Telangana\u2019s state symbols?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" 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