Attempt at distorting the cultural landscape of Undivided Dakshina Kannada?

The claim that "new generations prefer Tulu and Imaginary Tulunad over Kannada" is not grounded in historical or social reality and seems to be another attempt at distorting the cultural landscape of Undivided Dakshina Kannada. While Tulu is an important and vibrant language of the region, it is incorrect to pit Tulu against Kannada or to assume that one language will overtake the other, especially given the deep-rooted history of Kannada in this region.
Historically, Undivided Dakshina Kannada has been a diverse and multilingual region where Kannada, Tulu, Beary, and other languages have coexisted for centuries. The Alupa dynasty, which ruled parts of present-day Dakshina Kannada from as early as the 4th century, primarily promoted Kannada as the language of administration and culture. Kannada inscriptions from this period are abundant, and Kannada literature has flourished in the region for centuries. Even during the Vijayanagara Empire, which extended its influence over the coastal regions, Kannada was the dominant language of administration and culture.

The assertion that the younger generation prefers "Tulu over Kannada" does not reflect the actual linguistic dynamics in the region. Kannada remains the official state language, taught in schools, used in administration, and spoken by a large majority of the population in Dakshina Kannada. The Gokak Chaluvali of the 1980s, one of the largest movements to preserve Kannada in education, demonstrated the strong connection the people of Karnataka have with their language. Thousands took to the streets, including those from coastal Karnataka, to ensure that Kannada retained its place as the primary medium of instruction.

Furthermore, Kannada is not just a language of administration but also one of cultural significance. Karnataka has a rich literary tradition with contributions from poets and writers like Kuvempu, whose works continue to inspire people across generations. To dismiss Kannada as irrelevant to the youth is both misleading and ignorant of the cultural heritage that Kannada embodies.

Malayali migration to Mangaluru and Dakshina Kannada has indeed increased in recent years due to employment opportunities, particularly in the hospitality and service sectors. Yet, those who claim to be defenders of "Tulu culture" have remained silent on this issue, focusing instead on dividing Tulu and Kannada-speaking communities. This selective silence exposes the hypocrisy of their arguments. If the concern truly were about preserving Tulu, then they would be equally vocal about the rise of other linguistic communities in the region.

The reality is that Kannada, Tulu, and other languages like Beary have coexisted in Dakshina Kannada for centuries, contributing to its rich cultural mosaic. The idea that one language should dominate or replace another is divisive and harmful to the linguistic harmony of the region. Kannada and Tulu are not rivals; they are both integral to the identity of the region.

In conclusion, the new generation in Undivided Dakshina Kannada, just like the older generations, will continue to embrace both Kannada and Tulu as part of their linguistic heritage. It’s not a matter of choosing one over the other but celebrating the diversity that makes Dakshina Kannada unique. Those trying to drive a wedge between Tulu and Kannada are not working in the interest of either language.

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