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. Which is an International Airport in Karnataka?
[A] Mangalore Airport
[B] Belagavi Airport
[C] Hubballi Airport
[D] Kalaburagi Airport
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Correct Answer: A [Mangalore Airport]
Notes:
Mangalore Airport is an international airport located in Karnataka’s coastal city, Mangalore. It began operations in 1951 and is one of the two international airports in Karnataka. Other listed airports are domestic airports without international status.
22. Malpe port is located in which Karnataka district?
[A] Udupi
[B] Uttara Kannada
[C] Dakshin Kannada
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [Udupi]
Notes:
Malpe is a natural port located in the Udupi district of Karnataka. It is a major fishing harbor on the Karnataka coast.
23. Which Karnataka port is targeted for major development under Sagarmala?
[A] Malpe
[B] Bhatkal
[C] Honavar
[D] Belekeri
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Correct Answer: D [Belekeri]
Notes:
Belekeri port in Karnataka is designated for significant expansion under the Sagarmala project. The Indian Ports Rail Corporation Limited (IPRCL) is implementing a rail connectivity project to Belekeri port, with a planned capacity increase of 20 million tonnes and an investment of Rs. 400 crore. Despite its inclusion in maritime initiatives, Belekeri port has not handled cargo since 2018.
24. The Governor can nominate how many members to the Legislative Assembly of Karnataka to represent Anglo-Indian Community?
[A] 1
[B] 2
[C] 3
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [1]
Notes:
The Legislative Assembly consists of 224 members with one member nominated by the Governor to represent the Anglo-Indian community.
25. The provisions regarding Panchayats was made in the Indian Constitution in:
[A] 1991
[B] 1995
[C] 2000
[D] 1993
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Correct Answer: D [1993]
Notes:
73rd Amendment to the Constitution of India was made in 1992 and came into force on 24 April, 1993.
26. 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.”
27. Who popularized Ragale, a metre native to Kannada language?
[A] Basavanna
[B] Harihara
[C] Raghavanka
[D] Sarvajna
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Correct Answer: B [Harihara]
Notes:
Harihara popularised the ragale (couplets in blank verse), a metre native to Kannada language. This meter can usually have as many padas of syllables divided into two groups of various fixed number of matra in each line.
28. In which of the following months Karaga festival is celebrated every year in Karnataka?
[A] January
[B] February
[C] March
[D] April
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Correct Answer: D [April]
Notes:
Karaga Festival of Karnataka is celebrated in the month of April on a full moon day which is according to the Hindu calender the Chaitra month. The Karaga Festival in Karnataka is held at the Dhamaraya Swamy Temple which is located in Bangalore.
29. Chinnaswamy Stadium is located at which of the following places?
[A] Banglaore
[B] Mangalore
[C] Hyderabad
[D] Chennai
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Correct Answer: A [Banglaore]
Notes:
The M. Chinnaswamy Stadium is a cricket stadium located in Bangalore, Karnataka.
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.
