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. The largest helicopter manufacturing facility in India and Asia is located in Karnataka at __:
[A] Haveri
[B] Mysore
[C] Bengaluru
[D] Tumakuru
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Correct Answer: D [Tumakuru ]
Notes:
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) Helicopter Factory in Tumakuru, Karnataka is the largest helicopter manufacturing facility in India and Asia. The factory will initially produce Light Utility Helicopters (LUHs). It will also generate direct and indirect employment, and boost the development of surrounding areas through its CSR activities.
42. Karnataka has allocated what approximately percentage of its expenditure on education in Budget 2023-24?
[A] 6%
[B] 11%
[C] 14%
[D] 16%
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Correct Answer: B [11% ]
Notes:
Karnataka has allocated 11% of its expenditure on education in 2023-24. This is lower than the average allocation for education by states in 2022-23 (14.8%).
43. Which district was poet K V Thirumalesh originally from?
[A] Udupi
[B] Kasargod
[C] Chikmagalur
[D] Mangalore
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Correct Answer: B [Kasargod]
Notes:
K V Thirumalesh, the well-known poet and critic, hailed from Karadka in Kasargod district.
44. Which of the following Padma awardees from Karnataka is known for his work in the field of Archaeology?
[A] S L Bhyrappa
[B] Khader Valli Dudekula
[C] S Subbaraman
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: C [S Subbaraman]
Notes:
S Subbaraman has been awarded the Padma Shri in the field of Archaeology for his extensive work in conserving heritage monuments and restoring significant historical sites.
45. Which city is known as Crown of Karnataka?
[A] Mysore
[B] Bidar
[C] Kalburgi
[D] Bengaluru
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Correct Answer: B [Bidar ]
Notes:
Bidar, known as the crown of Karnataka, saw a cultural transformation 600 years ago when the Bahmani Sultanate’s capital was shifted there. The city now boasts wonders of Indo-Islamic design, with influences from Turkey, Persia, and local artisans. Bidar is home to intricate structures like Rangeen Mahal, Mahmud Gawan Madrasa, and Chaukhandi tomb. Bidri art, a famous local craft, originated in Bidar and is still practiced today. The city will host Bidar Utsav from January 7 to 9 to celebrate its rich cultural heritage and honor its history and artisans.
46. Which of the following millet crops has seen a decrease in cultivation area in Karnataka over the last five years?
[A] Ragi
[B] Jowar
[C] Bajra
[D] Foxtail
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Correct Answer: B [Jowar]
Notes:
The area under jowar cultivation in Karnataka has decreased by over three lakh hectares in the last five years, leading to a decline in overall millet cultivation in the state. This decrease is attributed to factors such as inadequate government intervention, lack of processing and marketing facilities, and non-availability of required machinery, which have discouraged farmers from growing jowar and other millet crops.
47. What was the primary role of the ‘Karmika Bandhus’ under the Karnataka Labour Department before their services were discontinued?
[A] To provide financial loans to unorganised workers
[B] To facilitate unorganised workers’ registration with the Labour Department and help them avail government services
[C] To supervise construction projects under the Karnataka Building And Other Construction Workers’ Welfare Board
[D] To conduct skill development workshops for unorganised workers
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Correct Answer: B [To facilitate unorganised workers’ registration with the Labour Department and help them avail government services]
Notes:
Karmika Bandhus’ were initially employed to assist unorganised workers in registering with the Labour Department and to help them access various government welfare schemes. Their role was crucial in spreading awareness and aiding in the application process for these schemes, especially at the rural level. However, due to unsatisfactory performance and irregularities in their work, their services were eventually discontinued by the government.
48. What is the name of the initiative launched by the South Western Railway’s Bengaluru division to clean the Vande Bharat Express in a significantly reduced time?
[A] 20-Minute Turnaround
[B] 14-Minute Miracle
[C] Quick Clean Express
[D] Rapid Rail Refresh
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Correct Answer: B [14-Minute Miracle]
Notes:
The ’14-Minute Miracle’ initiative significantly reduced the cleaning time of the Vande Bharat Express, ensuring the train was ready for its return journey in just 13 minutes, compared to the regular cleaning time of 40-45 minutes.
49. Which novel by S L Bhyrappa, adapted into a play by Prakash Belawadi, offers a rational interpretation of the Mahabharata, focusing on realism and the perspective of women?
[A] Vamshavruksha
[B] Saartha
[C] Parva
[D] Bhitti
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Correct Answer: C [Parva]
Notes:
Parva’ is a novel by S L Bhyrappa that reinterprets the Mahabharata with a focus on realism and the perspectives of women. The novel discards mythological elements, for instance, portraying Gandhari as having only 14 children, with the rest being from Dhritarashtra’s affairs. This novel has been adapted into a play by Prakash Belawadi, emphasizing its unique narrative approach and thematic depth.
50. Which bird sanctuary in Karnataka has reported an increase in the numbers of northern pintail, lesser whistling ducks, spot-billed ducks, Eurasian collared ducks, and Eurasian moorhen this year?
[A] Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary
[B] Ankasamudra Bird Sanctuary
[C] Kokkare Bellur Bird Sanctuary
[D] Gudavi Bird Sanctuary
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Correct Answer: B [Ankasamudra Bird Sanctuary]
Notes:
Ankasamudra Bird Sanctuary in Ballari, Karnataka, has observed a notable increase in various species of migratory birds this year compared to the last two years. This resurgence is significant as it indicates a recovery in bird migration patterns which had been disrupted due to adverse weather conditions in previous years. The sanctuary is a crucial habitat for these birds during their migration period.
