States PCS: Karnataka GK for KPSC and other Karnataka State Exams

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Abdullah Qutb Shah died without a male heir in 1672 CE. Abdullah Qutb Shah was the sixth ruler after Muhammad Qutb Shah who enjoyed a long reign of 46 years from 1626-72 CE.

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Shivappa Nayaka (1645–1660) is widely considered as the ablest and greatest of the Keladi rulers. He was not only an able administrator; he also patronised literature and fine arts. His successful campaigns against the Bijapur sultans, the Mysore kings, the Portuguese, and other Nayakas of the neighbouring territories east of the western ghats helped expand the kingdom to its greatest extent, covering large areas of present-day Karnataka.

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Bijapur was the capital of Adil Shahi Dynasty.

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Malnad is a region in Karnataka which covers the western and eastern slopes of the Western Ghats or Sahyadri mountain range, and is roughly 100 kilometers in width. It includes the districts of- Uttara Kannada, Chikmagalur, Shivamogga, Hassan, Kodagu, Belgaum.

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Kodagu district is the leading coffee producer in Karnataka, a state that produces around 70% of India’s coffee. Kodagu, along with Chikkamagaluru and Hassan, is among the primary coffee-growing areas in Karnataka. The region has extensive coffee plantations dating back to the 19th century and contributes significantly to the country’s coffee output.

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The Water and Land Management Institute (WALMI) was established in 1985 and has been functioning in Dharwad district since 1986. WALMI provides training in water and land management techniques to officers and farmers. Dharwad is a district in Karnataka where several government and educational institutions are located.

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plant species is found in Grasslands and Shrubs vegetation area of Karnataka is cactus, acacias, babul, bela, palm trees, hanchi, kunti grass etc.

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Myristica swamps are a type of freshwater swamp forest predominantly composed of species of Myristica. Myristica swamps are found in the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka State.

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As of 2023, Karnataka has 14 national highways. The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) maintains this network spanning approximately 3,843 km. Expansion projects under Bharatmala Pariyojana are ongoing, adding over 3,187 km to the state’s highway infrastructure to improve connectivity and transport.

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The Karnataka State Political Conference was held at Dharwad in 1920. During this conference, the resolution demanding the unification of all Kannada-speaking areas was passed. The event played a role in Karnataka’s modern political history. Dharwad is located in the present-day state of Karnataka.