Kannada Unicode Characters page 1

The Kannada block includes characters used in the Kannada script, which is used for writing the Kannada language, a major Dravidian language spoken in the Indian state of Karnataka. The script is an abugida, where consonants carry an inherent vowel sound that can be changed with diacritical marks. This block contains vowels, consonants, numerals, and a range of diacritics. The Kannada script has been used for centuries in literature, inscriptions, and official documents, and it continues to be a vital part of the cultural identity in Karnataka..