States PCS: Karnataka GK for KPSC and other Karnataka State Exams
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1. ‘Apthamithra’ is the name of the helpline and a mobile app, launched by which Indian state/UT, in its efforts to tackle Covid-19?
[A] Andhra Pradesh
[B] Karnataka
[C] Odisha
[D] Chhattisgarh
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Correct Answer: B [Karnataka]
Notes:
The state government of Karnataka has recently launched a helpline in the name of “Apthamitra”, which aims at providing medical advice and guidance for the needy people.
The helpline comprises of both a toll-free number and a mobile application and was launched by the Chief Minister of the state. The helpline could be contacted, if anyone has symptoms of coronavirus. An expert medical team would provide medical advice to the user, based on their symptoms.
2. What was the term of the provincial governor during the rule of the Vijayanagar kingdom?
[A] 3 years
[B] 4 years
[C] 5 years
[D] Not fixed
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Correct Answer: D [Not fixed]
Notes:
The provincial governors had a large measure of autonomy during the rule of the Vijayanagar kingdom. The term for the provincial governor was not fixed and it depended on his ability and strength.
3. Bahmanis ruled from which of the following cities?
- Gulbarga
- Bidar
- Vellore
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 1 & 2
[C] Only 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: B [Only 1 & 2]
Notes:
The Bahmani Sultanate ruled from both Gulbarga and Bidar. For the sake of convenience their political history can also be divided into the Gulbarga period and the Bidar period.
4. Which of the following constructed the Gulbarga Fort?
[A] Alauddin I
[B] Ahmah Shah Wali
[C] Humayun Shah
[D] Mahmud Gawan
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Correct Answer: A [Alauddin I]
Notes:
The earliest period of architectural development in the Bahamnai Kingdom began in 1347 CE, when Alauddin I constructed the Gulbarga Fort. In the realm of architecture in the Bahamani Kingdom, mixed cultural influences led to the evolution of a style that was a harmonious blend of both Hindu and Islamic.
5. During the reign of which of the following king, the Emperor Shah Jahan sent the Mughal army to attack Bijapur?
[A] Muhammad Adil Shah
[B] Ali Adil Shah I
[C] Malik Hasan Bahri
[D] Burhan Nizam Shah
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Correct Answer: A [Muhammad Adil Shah]
Notes:
Muhammad Adil Shah ascended the throne after the death of his father Ibrahim Adil Shah II. During his reign, the Emperor Shah Jahan sent the Mughal army to attack Bijapur in 1631 CE.
6. Which fo the following elements were present in Qutb Shahi architecture?
1) Hindu Elements
2) Persian Elements
3) Moorish Elements
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 2 & 3
[C] Only 1 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2 & 3]
Notes:
The Qutb Shahi architecture had distinct components of Hindu, Persian, Moorish and Mughal styles, culminating in its own unique identity. The buildings and monuments during the Qutub shahi’s comprised large, spacious halls and compartments with lofty arches rising to two or three storeys.
7. What was the rank of Bengaluru in the “JLL City Momentum: The World’s Top 20 Most Dynamic Cities Report, 2019”?
[A] First
[B] Second
[C] Third
[D] Fourth
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Correct Answer: A [First]
Notes:
Bengaluru ranked first in the “JLL City Momentum: The World’s Top 20 Most Dynamic Cities Report, 2019”. On January 15, 2019, a property consultant JLL ranked Bengaluru as the “world’s most dynamic city” in the “JLL City Momentum: The World’s Top 20 Most Dynamic Cities Report, 2019” for the possession of robust technology and innovation ecosystem.
8. Which city of Karnataka hosted the 4th General Assembly of Association of World Election Bodies (A-WEB), 2019 in September 2019?
[A] Mysore
[B] Bengaluru
[C] Udupi
[D] Mangaluru
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Correct Answer: B [Bengaluru]
Notes:
The Election Commission of India hosted the 4th General Assembly of Association of World Election Bodies (A-WEB) at Bengaluru, Karnataka on 3rd September 2019. The Association of World Election Bodies (A-WEB) is the largest association of Election Management Bodies (EMBs) worldwide.
9. How many Ashokan rock edicts were found in Karnataka?
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Correct Answer: B [14]
Notes:
14 Ashokan (10 minor and 4 major) Rock Edicts are found in Karnataka They are found in the following places: 2 each at Nittur and Udagolam in Bellary district; 1 at Maski in Raichur district; 1 each at Gavimutt and Palkigundu in Koppal district; 1 each at Brahmagiri, Jattinga Rameshwara and Siddapura in Chitradurga district; and 4 (viz., 13th and 14th) major edicts at Sannati in Gulbarga district.
10. Who was the founder of Tuluva Dynasty?
[A] Vira Narasimha Raya
[B] Tuluva Narasa Nayaka
[C] Krishna Deva Raya
[D] Venkata I
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Correct Answer: B [Tuluva Narasa Nayaka]
Notes:
Tuluva Narasa Nayaka was the founder of the Tuluva dynasty of the Vijayanagara Empire. He was the father of emperor Krishnadevaraya.
