Overview
A. S. Patil, commonly distinguished by the suffix Nadahalli after his native village, is an Indian politician associated with electoral politics in the state of Karnataka. The "Nadahalli" tag is conventionally used in Karnataka public life to differentiate him from other politicians sharing the common surname Patil.
Key facts
| Name | A. S. Patil (Nadahalli) |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian |
| Occupation | Politician |
| Region of activity | Karnataka, India |
| Wikidata ID | Q114257030 |
Background
The identifier "Nadahalli" refers to the politician's village of origin, a naming convention widely followed in Karnataka, particularly in the northern districts, where multiple public figures share patronymic or community-based surnames such as Patil. Such suffixes help voters and official records distinguish individuals across constituencies.
Public life
A. S. Patil (Nadahalli) is recorded among Indian politicians of the contemporary period. His political work falls within the framework of representative politics in Karnataka, a state where Patils form a significant political community across parties including the Indian National Congress, the Bharatiya Janata Party, and the Janata Dal (Secular).
Significance
Politicians identified by village suffixes such as Nadahalli reflect the localised character of Karnataka's electoral politics, where rural roots and community recognition continue to shape candidate identity at both the assembly and parliamentary level.
Related topics
- Politics of Karnataka
- Karnataka Legislative Assembly
- List of political parties in India
- Elections in Karnataka
References
- Wikidata entry: Q114257030 — Indian politician.