• Dr. GURULINGAIAH M K

K C Reddy was the 1st CM (Chief Minister) of the Mysore State, present Karnataka State, Reddy was a great social reformer and the politician, with several reforms in educational reforms, Industrial developmental reforms, Agricultural reforms, infrastructural reforms in the state, and tried to implement the schemes for the poor and the depressed classes in the state, The title as "Father of Karnataka" is attributed to K. C. Reddy, who served as the Chief Minister of the erstwhile Mysore State, presently Karnataka from 1928 to 1947. There were several political and the legal challenges for the 1st Chief Minister of the Mysore State, due to several princely states was under the control of small kingdoms. K C Reddy played a pivotal role in the development and progress of the state during his tenure. K. C. Reddy's Contributions: 1. Industrial Development: K. C. Reddy played a vital role in promoting industrialization in the state. He encouraged the establishment of industries and provided necessary support to entrepreneurs. His efforts led to the growth of various industries, including textiles, sugar, cement, and iron and steel. 2. Education Reforms: K. C. Reddy made significant contributions to the field of education in Karnataka. He initiated various educational reforms, including the establishment of the Mysore University in 1916, which later became a renowned institution for higher education. 3. Agricultural Reforms: Recognizing the importance of agriculture in the state's economy, K. C. Reddy implemented several agricultural reforms. He focused on improving irrigation facilities, enhancing crop productivity, and introducing new agricultural practices. These reforms significantly contributed to the growth of the agricultural sector in Karnataka. K. C. Reddy's contributions and visionary leadership have had a lasting impact on Karnataka's development. His emphasis on education, industrialization, and infrastructure laid the foundation for the state's progress. The reforms he implemented paved the way for Karnataka to become one of the most prosperous and industrially advanced states in India. The Research paper explains the social and the political development in Mysore state during the period of K C Reddy, as a politician (Chief Minister) in the state.

K C Reddy, Social Development, Political Carrier

"K C REDDY`S CONTRIBUTIONS IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF KARNATAKA STATE (The Historical Study of the Contributions of K C Reddy)", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.3, Issue 3, page no.301-305, March-2016, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR1701B45.pdf

"K C REDDY`S CONTRIBUTIONS IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF KARNATAKA STATE (The Historical Study of the Contributions of K C Reddy)", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.3, Issue 3, page no. pp301-305, March-2016, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR1701B45.pdf