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.
11. Which of the following regions are known as “the rice bowl of Karnataka”?
[A] Udupi, Kodagu and Dakshin Kannada
[B] Koppal, Ballari and Raichur
[C] Kolar, Tumkur and Mandya
[D] Belgaum, Dharwad and Gadag
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Correct Answer: B [Koppal, Ballari and Raichur]
Notes:
Koppal, Ballari and Raichur districts and popularly known as the “rice bowl of Karnataka”. These places belong to the Tungabhadra command area.
12. How many wetlands in Karnataka are declared as Ramsar sites?
[A] 2
[B] 5
[C] 6
[D] None
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Correct Answer: D [None]
Notes:
Officially, Karnataka has no wetlands as well as Ramsar sites. Karnataka has proposed eight sites in Karnataka to be declared as wetlands, and Ranganthittu in Mandya as a Ramsar site.
13. Mixed forest comprise of which of the following trees grown together?
[A] Grassland and shrubs
[B] Deciduous and Shrubs
[C] Evergreen and Deciduous
[D] Evergreen and Shrubs
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Correct Answer: C [Evergreen and Deciduous ]
Notes:
The growing of evergreen and deciduous trees together form the mixed forests.
14. Which of the following issues poses danger to flora and fauna of Karnataka?
[A] Poaching
[B] Human–wildlife conflict
[C] Invasive new species
[D] All of the above
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Correct Answer: D [All of the above]
Notes:
Due to various issues, flora and fauna in some parts of Karnataka are being threatened. These issues include poaching, human–wildlife conflict, habitat destruction, pollution and introduction of invasive new species.
15. What is the rank of Karnataka in the production of Kyanite?
[A] 1st
[B] 2nd
[C] 3rd
[D] 4th
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Correct Answer: C [3rd]
Notes:
Karnataka is the third largest producer of Kyanite in India. Jharkhand is the largest producer of Kyanite followed by Maharashtra.
16. Hindalco Industries Ltd is located in Which of the following districts of Karnataka?
[A] Gulbarga
[B] Bagalkot
[C] Balgaum
[D] Tumkur
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Correct Answer: B [Bagalkot]
Notes:
Hindalco Industries Ltd is located in Bagalkot district of Karnataka.
17. Which of the following districts were under the rule of the Nizam of Hyderabad when India gained Independence?
[A] Koppal, Bellary and Davangere
[B] Bidar, Gulbarga and Raichur
[C] Chitradurga and Tumkur
[D] Haveri and Gadag
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Correct Answer: B [Bidar, Gulbarga and Raichur]
Notes:
While Karnataka became independent with the rest of the country on 15 August 1947, this did not occur in some parts of the state that were under the rule of the Nizam of Hyderabad. Hyderabad consisted of large portions of what were later to be the north eastern districts of Bidar, Gulbarga and Raichur of Karnataka state.
18. What was the main objective of adopting the Panchayati Raj System in India?
[A] Enlighten individuals about political affairs
[B] Decentralize the power of democratic governance
[C] Disseminate education among the masses
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: B [Decentralize the power of democratic governance]
Notes:
The primary objective of the Panchayati Raj System in India was to decentralize the power of democratic governance. By allowing local self-government bodies to exercise authority, the power was effectively dispersed to the grassroots level. This lead to local issues being addressed more effectively and transparently, fostering a direct democracy environment. The system successfully provided a platform for rural citizens to participate in the decision-making process, aiming to build a more inclusive and equitable society. Therefore, the Panchayati Raj System was acclaimed as the “Grassroot Democracy.”
19. In which of the following districts Sri Kanteerava Stadium is located?
[A] Dakshina Kannada
[B] Bangalore
[C] Mysore
[D] Shimoga
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Correct Answer: B [Bangalore]
Notes:
Sri Kanteerava Stadium, is a multi-purpose stadium in Bengaluru, India. It also includes two outdoor rock climbing walls, a running track, a football field and a volleyball court.
20. Which of the following is not the recipient of Jnanapeeth Award?
[A] Da. Ra.Bendre
[B] Girish Karnad
[C] P. Lankesh
[D] U. R. Anathamurthy
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Correct Answer: C [P. Lankesh]
Notes:
Kannada has won eight, the highest number of Jnanapeeth Awards, the most prestigious literary award given by the Government of India. Jnanapeeth awardees from karnataka are: Kuvempu, a. Ra.Bendre, Shivaram Karanth, Maasti Venkatesh Iyengar, Girish Karnad, V. Kr. Gokak, Pro. U. R. Anathamurthy, Dr. Chandrashekar Kambar.
