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. Who was the first president of the Karnataka Samithi?
[A] B. V. Kakkillaya
[B] Kallige Mahabala Bhandari
[C] Umesha Rao
[D] Aluru Venkata Rao
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Correct Answer: C [Umesha Rao]
Notes:
Umesha Rao was the first president of the Karnataka Samithi, when it was established in 1955.
22. When was the Karnataka High Court established?
[A] 1880
[B] 1884
[C] 1888
[D] 1890
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Correct Answer: B [1884]
Notes:
The Karnataka High Court established in the year 1884.
23. What is the minimum population below which at intermediate level the Panchayats are not constituted as per provisions of the Indian Constitution (73rd Amendment Act)?
[A] 25 Lakh
[B] 20 Lakh
[C] 35 Lakh
[D] 30 Lakh
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Correct Answer: B [20 Lakh]
Notes:
73rd Constitutional Amendment Act of 1992 provides for a three tier system of Panchayati Raj in every State. However, a state having a population not excluding -20 lakh may not constitute panchayats at the intermediate level.
24. Which of the following places is known as the cradle of Indian temple architecture?
[A] Badami
[B] Aihole
[C] Hampi
[D] Pattadakal
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Correct Answer: B [Aihole]
Notes:
Aihole is known as the cradle of Hindu temple architecture. It is situated at a height of around 590 m and is about 480 km from Bangalore. Aihole was the first capital of the Chalukya kings and was built around the 4th to 7th century.
25. Who is the author of the literary work “Karnataka Bharatha Kathamanjari”?
[A] Nanjundakavi
[B] Chamarasa
[C] Lakshmisha
[D] Kumaravyasa
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Correct Answer: D [Kumaravyasa]
Notes:
“Karnataka Bharatha Kathamanjari” is a Kannada rendition of the great Indian epic, the Mahabharata, penned by Kumaravyasa. The work is noted for its comprehensive coverage of the first 10 chapters of the original epic. It’s written in the ornate poetic style of Kannada known as Bhamini Shatpadi, showcasing the distinctness of Kannada literature. This elaborate poetic arrangement merges aesthetics with storytelling, thus providing a unique linguistic and literary flavour to the Mahabharata’s adaptation.
26. Which of the following is famous center for bidriware?
[A] Bidar
[B] Udupi
[C] Hassan
[D] Chamarajanagar
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Correct Answer: A [Bidar]
Notes:
Bidri art, also known as Bidriware, is a distinctive form of metal handicraft from Bidar. It was developed in the 14th century C.E. during the rule of the Bahamani Sultans.
27. Kambala is a:
[A] Sword fighting
[B] Buffalo race
[C] Hand Wrestling
[D] Martial art
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Correct Answer: B [Buffalo race]
Notes:
Kambala is an annual buffalo race held in Karnataka.
28. D.R. Bendre Cricket Stadium is located at which of the following places?
[A] Mangalore
[B] Bangalore
[C] Hubli
[D] Mysore
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Correct Answer: C [Hubli]
Notes:
D.R. Bendre Cricket Stadium is a cricket stadium in the city of Hubli. The stadium was constructed in 2012 and serves as second home to Karnataka Cricket Team.
29. Dr. K. Chidananda Gowda received the Rajyotsava Award in 2019 for which field?
[A] Theatre
[B] Education
[C] Music
[D] Literature
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Correct Answer: B [Education]
Notes:
Dr. K. Chidananda Gowda is an educationist and former Vice-Chancellor of Kuvempu University. He received the Karnataka Sahitya Academy Award in 1986 for his literary work but the Rajyotsava Award in 2019 was for his contributions in education.
30. Akka Mahadevi Awards are given to honour:
[A] Women organisations
[B] Children organisations
[C] Freedom fighters
[D] Painters
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Correct Answer: A [Women organisations]
Notes:
The Government of Karnataka has instituted the Outstanding Vocabulary Sivashana Akkamahadevi Award in 2016 to honor women achievers and women’s organizations in any sector serving the wishes of Shivasaranyas.
