States PCS: Karnataka GK for KPSC and other Karnataka State Exams
For all Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) exams including KAS, Group A & B, FDA, SDA, and other Karnataka state services.
21. State of Mysore was renamed as Karnataka in:
[A] 1960
[B] 1966
[C] 1973
[D] 1975
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Correct Answer: C [1973]
Notes:
Karnataka was formed on 1 November 1956, with the passage of the States Reorganization Act. Originally known as the State of Mysore, it was renamed Karnataka in 1973.
22. Where was the Karnatak Vidyavardhak Sangha established?
[A] Kasaragod
[B] Bangalore
[C] Shivamogga
[D] Dharwad
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Correct Answer: D [Dharwad]
Notes:
The Karnatak Vidyavardhak Sangha was established in Dharwad on 20 July 1890 by Sri R H Deshpande. It became a center for the Karnataka Ekikarana movement, contributing to the unification of Karnataka state. Dharwad is known for its cultural and historical importance in Karnataka’s development.
23. Which among the following writs is issued when the procedure is pending in the court?
[A] Mandamus
[B] Prohibition
[C] Certiorari
[D] Quo- Warranto
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Correct Answer: B [Prohibition]
Notes:
The writ of Prohibition is issued when the procedure is pending in the courts. When the lower court hears any case out of its jurisdiction, then upper court takes over the case by issuing Prohibition writ.
24. Family courts decide disputes relating to:
[A] Domestic violence
[B] Marriage affairs
[C] Property matters
[D] Consumer affairs
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Correct Answer: B [Marriage affairs]
Notes:
Family courts are special courts designed to deal with legal problems arising out of family relations. They decide disputes relating to Marriage affairs.
25. The first Lok Adalat was held in which year?
[A] 1985
[B] 1986
[C] 1987
[D] 1988
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Correct Answer: B [1986]
Notes:
The first Lok Adalat was held in the year 1986.
26. How many Municipal Corporations are there in the State of Karnataka?
[A] 9
[B] 10
[C] 11
[D] 12
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Correct Answer: C [11]
Notes:
Karnataka Municipal Corporation Act 1976 governs the Municipal Corporations in the State. At present there are 11 Municipal Corporations in the State.
27. Which of the following is the headquarter of Uttara Kannada district?
[A] Honnavar
[B] Joida
[C] Karwar
[D] Kumta
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Correct Answer: C [Karwar]
Notes:
Karwar (formerly Carwar) is a city, taluk and administrative center of Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka, which lies on the west coast of Southern India at the mouth of the Kali river.
28. In which year was Kannada granted the status of a classical language by the Central Govt?
[A] 2006
[B] 2007
[C] 2008
[D] 2009
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Correct Answer: C [2008]
Notes:
In 2008 the Indian government announced that Kannada was to be designated as one of the classical languages of India.
29. Which of the following is known as the Cultural Capital of Karnataka?
[A] Mysuru
[B] Bangaluru
[C] Mangaluru
[D] Coorg
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Correct Answer: A [Mysuru]
Notes:
Mysore is known as the cultural capital of Karnataka. Mysore was the capital of the Wodeyar kings who ruled over the Mysore Kingdom for many centuries.
30. Each Rajyotsava Prashasti award carries:
[A] An amount of ?200,000, a 20-gram gold medal and a citation.
[B] An amount of ?200,000, a 50-gram gold medal and a citation.
[C] An amount of ?100,000, a 20-gram gold medal and a citation.
[D] An amount of ?100,000, a 50-gram gold medal and a citation.
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Correct Answer: C [An amount of ?100,000, a 20-gram gold medal and a citation.]
Notes:
The Rajyotsava Prashasti awards are presented in Bengaluru by the Chief Minister of Karnataka on 1 November of every year. Each award carries an amount of ?100,000, a 20-gram gold medal and a citation. In addition to that, the government has in the past, allotted commercial land for eligible awardees.
