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.
41.
In which zone of the Bangalore metropolitan area the highest number of building violations found?
[A] North Bangalore
[B] South Bangalore
[C] East Bangalore
[D] West Bangalore
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Correct Answer: B [South Bangalore ]
Notes:
The Bruhat Bangalore Metropolitan Corporation(BBMP) has identified more than 5000 illegal building constructions in Bangalore. Out of 8486 approved building plans, more than 5223 constructions have been listed with violations. The osuth zone of BBMP accounts for most of these violations and the organisation has served notices to almost all of them.
42. Dr. Gangubhai Hangal Music and Performing Arts University is located in which city of Karnataka?
[A] Hassan
[B] Dharwad
[C] Mangalore
[D] Mysore
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Correct Answer: D [Mysore ]
Notes:
The Government of Karnataka established the Dr. Gangubhai Hangal Music and Performing Arts University at Mysore in the year 2008-09. The university received the third position in ” Swachcha Campus” awards conferred by the Central Ministry of Higher Education Council, MHRD and AICTE under Non-Residential universities for the year 2019-2020. The university offers BA and MA programs in Music, Dance and Drama.
43. The Karnataka State government has proposed the implementation of which central scheme in the ‘57 rain fed taluks’ listed in the state at a cost of INR 642 Crores under the state budget 2022-2023?
[A] Areshankar Irrigation Project
[B] Harinala Medium Irrigation Project
[C] Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojane
[D] Sujala Watershed Management Scheme
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Correct Answer: C [Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojane ]
Notes:
With the help of the Central Government – Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojane – the state will implement the Watershed Development Component 2.0 on 2.75 lakh hectares of rain-fed land. This spans around 57 taluks of the state at a whopping cost of Rs. 642 Crores in the current budget.
44. The Karnataka State Budget 2022-2023 has increased the accidental death compensation for sheep’s and goats between 3 to 6 months of age from INR 2500 to ____________ under the ‘Anugraha Koduge Programme’.
[A] INR 5000
[B] INR 4000
[C] INR 3500
[D] INR 2800
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Correct Answer: C [INR 3500]
Notes:
The Karnataka state budget 2022-2023 has increased compensation for accidental death of goat and sheep to Rs. 3500 in the state. This is in continuation of the ‘Anugraha Scheme’ previously started by the state government.
45. Under the PM-SVANIDI scheme, what has the Karnataka budget 2022 exempted for street vendors availing loan under the scheme?
[A] Revenue Collection
[B] Stamps and Registration
[C] Loan Agreements
[D] GST Compensation
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Correct Answer: C [Loan Agreements ]
Notes:
The Pradhan Mantri Street Vendor’s Atmanirbhar Scheme aims at providing working capital for the benefit of street vendors. Under the latest additions offered under Karnataka State Budget 2022-2023, street vendors have been exempted from Loan agreements while applying for loans under the scheme. This scheme is mainly formulated by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs.
46. Who conceptualized the Parliamentary system through ‘Anubhava Mantap’?
[A] Rahul Gandhi
[B] Narendra Modi
[C] Basaveshwara
[D] Yogi Adityanath
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Correct Answer: C [Basaveshwara]
Notes:
In his speech at the inauguration of the new campus of IIT-Dharwad, Prime Minister Narendra Modi mentioned that Basaveshwara had conceptualized the Parliamentary system through ‘Anubhava Mantap’.
47. Which district in Karnataka is recognized as the leading producer of jowar, a major rabi crop?
[A] Dharwad
[B] Belagavi
[C] Vijayapur
[D] Ballari
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Correct Answer: C [Vijayapur]
Notes:
Vijayapur district in Karnataka is renowned for its jowar production, making it the leading producer of this healthy millet in the state. Despite a general decline in the cultivation area of jowar across Karnataka, including in Dharwad and other districts, Vijayapur continues to be prominent in its production, highlighting its agricultural significance in the region.
48. Which organization did the Karnataka State Seed Corporation Ltd partner with to introduce drought-resistant crop varieties in Karnataka?
[A] Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)
[B] International Rice Research Institute (IRRI)
[C] International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT)
[D] Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR)
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Correct Answer: C [International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT)]
Notes:
The Karnataka State Seed Corporation Ltd signed a memorandum of understanding with the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) to introduce new, improved varieties of crops like sorghum, groundnut, chickpea, and others. These varieties are specifically chosen to be drought-resistant, aiming to enhance agricultural productivity and support the livelihood of farmers in Karnataka’s semi-arid regions.
49. What is the purpose of the ‘Nanna Swathu’ programme introduced by the Karnataka government?
[A] To increase the number of parks and playgrounds in Bengaluru
[B] To provide financial assistance for maintaining lakes
[C] To prevent forgery of property documents
[D] To create a new waste incineration facility
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Correct Answer: C [To prevent forgery of property documents]
Notes:
The ‘Nanna Swathu’ programme is a state initiative aimed at addressing the issue of property document forgery. This programme is set to replace the existing ‘e-Aasthi’ system, which has been problematic due to its requirement for numerous documents and optional digitization. ‘Nanna Swathu’ seeks to enhance transparency and security in property transactions, thereby eliminating the fear of document forgery among property owners.
50. What is acronym for newly proposed city near Bengaluru similar to Singapore’s Biopolis Cluster?
[A] BRIH City
[B] KHIR City
[C] KUSUM City
[D] NANU City
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Correct Answer: B [KHIR City ]
Notes:
The Karnataka state government is initiating the KHIR city project to foster growth in knowledge, healthcare, innovation, and research sectors. Inspired by international models like Singapore’s Biopolis Cluster, the project aims to be a unique space for academia, skill development, and manufacturing across various domains.
