States PCS: Karnataka GK for KPSC and other Karnataka State Exams
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1. Which of the following succeeded the king Bukka Raya I?
[A] Harihara I
[B] Bukka II
[C] Harihara II
[D] Deva Raya I
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Correct Answer: C [Harihara II]
Notes:
Harihara II was an emperor of the Vijayanagara Empire from the Sangama Dynasty who succeeded the King Bukka Raya I. He ascended to the throne in 1377 CE and ruled from 1377 CE to 1406 CE.
2. Which of the following temple is also known as Pampapati?
[A] Vittalaswami temple
[B] Virupaksha temple
[C] Hazara Ramaswamy temple
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: B [Virupaksha temple]
Notes:
Virupaksha Temple, also known as Pampapati, is in Hampi, the Vijayanagara Empire’s capital. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, it dates back to the 7th century and was expanded in the 16th century under King Krishnadevaraya. The temple features a 50-meter gopuram and intricate carvings. Major events include the annual chariot festival and the marriage of Virupaksha and Pampa. It is part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
3. Which of the following Bahamani kings is also called as wali?
[A] Humayun Shah
[B] Ahmah Shah I
[C] Muhammad Shah I
[D] Taj-ud-din Firoz Shah
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Correct Answer: B [Ahmah Shah I]
Notes:
Ahmad Shah I who is also called Ahmad Shah Wali ruled the Bahamani kingdom from 1422 CE to 1435 CE. Ahmad Shah I who is called a saint (wali) on account of his association with the famous Sufi saint Gesu Daraz.
4. Which of the following statements are correct regarding Bhamani Kingdom?
1. A number of high offices were given to the Hindus, many of whom were brahmans.
2. Sufism as a movement had taken root by now in many parts of India.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2
[C] Both 1 & 2
[D] Neither 1 & 2
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Correct Answer: C [Both 1 & 2]
Notes:
A number of high offices were given to the Hindus, many of whom were brahmans especially during the time of Firoz Shah Bahmani. Sufism as a movement had also taken root by now in many parts of India.
5. Darya was succeeded by which of the following?
[A] Fathullah Imad Shah
[B] Burhan Imad Shah
[C] Alauddin Imad Shah
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: B [Burhan Imad Shah]
Notes:
Darya was succeeded by Burhan Imad Shah. He ruled from 1562 to 74 CE. He mostly remained aloof even after joining the confederacy against Vijayanagar with the other Deccani sultanates which caused great dissatisfaction among them.
6. Which sportsperson got appointed as the ambassador of Karnataka Lok Sabha Elections, 2019?
[A] Robin Uthappa
[B] Rohan Bopanna
[C] Girisha Nagarajegowda
[D] Vikas Gowda
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Correct Answer: C [Girisha Nagarajegowda]
Notes:
Girisha Nagarajegowda got appointed as the ambassador of Karnataka Lok Sabha Elections, 2019. Girisha Nagarajegowda is a paralympic high jumper from India. He was born with a disability in the left leg. He represented India in the 2012 Summer Paralympic games held in London in the men’s high jump F-42 category and won the silver medal in the finals with a jump of 1.74 meters using scissors technique. He became the first Indian to win a medal at that event and the 8th Indian to win a medal at the Paralympics.
7. What is the name of the scheme launched by the Karnataka government in June 2019 for women safety?
[A] Red Sarathi Vehicles
[B] Green Sarathi Vehicles
[C] Pink Sarathi Vehicles
[D] Purple Sarathi Vehicles
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Correct Answer: C [Pink Sarathi Vehicles]
Notes:
The ‘Pink Sarathi’ vehicles procured by the Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) under the ‘Nirbhaya’ scheme. The corporation had received Rs 56.07 crore from the Union government under the scheme and had taken up various measures for the safety of women passengers, including the launch of Pink Sarathi vehicles. The BMTC now has a fleet of 25 Pink Sarathi vehicles fitted with GPS and public announcement systems. It will deploy these vehicles to attend to the grievances of women passengers in city buses.
8. Who among the following is known as ‘Father of carnatic/Karnatic music’?
[A] Shyama Shastri
[B] Muthuswami Dikshitar
[C] Purandara Das
[D] Raghavanka
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Correct Answer: C [Purandara Das]
Notes:
Purandara Das was also called as ‘Pitamaha’ for his significant contribution towards Carnatic Music. He composed Dasa Sahithya. He introduced folk ragas into the mainstream music. Raga Mayamalavagowla was introduced by him as the basic scale for music instruction.
9. Who was the Governor General of Bengal when Rani Chenamma revolted against the British East India Company?
[A] Lord Wellesley
[B] Lord Dalhousie
[C] Lord Hastings
[D] Lord Amherst
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Correct Answer: D [Lord Amherst]
Notes:
Rani Chenamma revolted against the British East India Company in the year 1824. At that time the Governor General of Bengal was Lord Amherst.
10. Which Sea is on the western side of Karnataka?
[A] Arabian Sea
[B] Laccadive Sea
[C] Andaman Sea
[D] Timor Sea
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Correct Answer: A [Arabian Sea]
Notes:
Karnataka is situated in the Deccan Plateau and is bordered by the Arabian Sea to the west, Goa to the northwest, Maharashtra to the north, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana to the east, Tamil Nadu to the southeast, and Kerala to the southwest.
