Cultural and Historical Relations Between North and South Karnataka A Study of Royal Patronage SocioEconomic Exchanges and Religious Tolerance

The historical and cultural relationship between North and South Karnataka was shaped by interconnected political, socio-economic, and religious exchanges rather than isolated regional development. This study reveals that major dynasties—Kadambas, Western Gangas, Chalukyas, Rashtrakutas, Kalyana Chalukyas, Hoysalas, and Vijayanagara rulers—played a pivotal role in fostering these connections through royal patronage, trade networks, migration, and religious tolerance. By analyzing epigraphical records, temple architecture, Jain basadis, hero stones, literary traditions, and economic activities such as agriculture and trade, the research demonstrates that North and South Karnataka functioned as dynamic cultural zones characterized by continuous interaction among Shaiva, Vaishnava, and Jain traditions. The findings underscore that political integration alone does not define regional relationships; instead, sustained socio-economic and religious exchanges were equally instrumental in shaping their historical trajectory.

Bhanumathi, Dr. (2026). CULTURAL AND HISTORICAL RELATIONS BETWEEN NORTH AND SOUTH KARNATAKA A Study of Royal Patronage SocioEconomic Exchanges and Religious Tolerance. Journal of Advance and Future Research, 4(9). https://doi.org/10.56975/jaafr.v4i9.514661