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41. Which state has organized a ‘Mask Day’?
[A] Karnataka
[B] Uttar Pradesh
[C] Tamil Nadu
[D] Rajasthan
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Correct Answer: A [Karnataka]
Notes:
CM BS Yediyurappa announced that 18th June 2020 will be observed as “Mask Day” to create awareness to the general public on the importance of wearing a mask, using sanitisers, washing hands and maintaining social distancing against COVID-19.
42. What is the Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) of Karnataka?
[A] 85
[B] 113
[C] 92
[D] 76
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Correct Answer: C [92]
Notes:
MMR of Karnataka is 92.
43. According to the Action Plan for Vulture Conservation 2020-2025, which states will get vulture conservation and breeding centre?
[A] Karnataka
[B] Madhya Pradesh
[C] Kerala
[D] Odisha
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Correct Answer: A [Karnataka]
Notes:
In accordance with the Action Plan for Vulture Conservation 2020-2025 which was approved on October 5, 2020 by the National Board for Wildlife (NBWL), the five states viz. Uttar Pradesh (UP), Tripura, Maharashtra, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu will get vulture conservation and breeding centre each.
44. Kanakadasa Jayanthi is celebrated in Karnataka mainly by which community?
[A] Panchamasali
[B] Vokkaliga
[C] Kuruba
[D] Valmiki
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Correct Answer: C [Kuruba ]
Notes:
The birth anniversary of the poet Kanakadasa is celebrated in Karnataka as ‘Kanakadasa Jayanthi’. His contributions to the field of Carnatic Music in the Kannada language is immense. He was born in the year 1509. Celebrations on the day take place mainly in Bengaluru, Mysore and Udupi regions. The day is celebrated on the eighteenth day of the Karthik month of the Hindu Calendar.
45. The recently instituted 3 D Digital Technology for preservation of ancient inscriptions in Bangalore Urban, Bangalore Rural and Ramanagara district is carried out by which company?
[A] The Mythic Society
[B] Diamond Inscriptions Ltd
[C] GemScribe OGI Systems
[D] Inscriptions Publishing Pvt Ltd
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Correct Answer: A [The Mythic Society ]
Notes:
To enable easy research and preservation of ancient inscriptions, a first of its kind 3 D technology initiative has been instituted by the Mythic Society in Bangalore. The first phase of project shall be implemented at Bangalore Urban, Rural and Ramanagara districts. This shall later be extended to the entire state. All the written scribes on the inscriptions shall be scanned using the technology for long term preservation.
46. In January 2023, a 13th century hero stone (Veeragallu) from the Hoysala period was found in which district?
[A] Belgaum
[B] Udupi
[C] Mandya
[D] Hassan
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Correct Answer: C [Mandya ]
Notes:
A unique 13th century hero stone from the Hoysala period was discovered in January 2023 in the Mandya district of Karnataka. The stone was found at the Shambulingeshwara temple in Chaakashettyhalli. Chaakashettyhalli was an important administrative place during the Hoysala period. The stone was found by Shashidara CA, a senior research fellow at the Centre of Excellence for Studies in Classical Kannada (CESCK). The stone dates to the time of Veeraballala-II of the Hoysala Empire. Hero stones, also known as Veeragallu, often depict battles, the death of a king, or the story of a warrior. The depictions on this stone are thought to be about Sati pratha.
47. Which district is the shrine of the family deity Chikkamma Thayi located in?
[A] Bagalkot
[B] Mandya
[C] Kolar
[D] Varuna
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Correct Answer: B [Mandya]
Notes:
The shrine of the family deity Chikkamma Thayi is located in Mandya district at Chottnahalli in Malavalli taluk.
48. Which commission recommended the quota hike for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in Karnataka?
[A] Justice Nagmohan Das Commission
[B] Justice H N Nagamohan Das Commission
[C] Justice Indra Sawhney Commission
[D] Justice Basavaraj Bommai Commission
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Correct Answer: A [Justice Nagmohan Das Commission]
Notes:
The decision to increase the reservation for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in Karnataka was based on the recommendation of the Justice Nagmohan Das Commission, a commission headed by Justice H N Nagmohan Das, a retired judge of the Karnataka High Court.
49. Which river is the lifeline of Goa and has been a point of contention between Goa and Karnataka?
[A] Kaveri
[B] Krishna
[C] Mahadayi
[D] Tungabhadra
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Correct Answer: C [Mahadayi]
Notes:
The Mahadayi river, also known as Mandovi, is the lifeline of Goa and has been at the center of a dispute between Goa and Karnataka. The river is crucial for both states as it provides water for various purposes. The Supreme Court recently refused to restrain Karnataka from implementing the Mahadayi diversion project, which has been a point of contention between the two states.
50. What initiative has the Karnataka state government introduced to empower women-led self-help groups (SHGs) in the rural economy?
[A] Providing free online education to all women
[B] Setting up IT hubs in rural areas for women
[C] Establishing kiosks and mini supermarkets for SHGs to sell goods
[D] Launching a new women-only bank
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Correct Answer: C [Establishing kiosks and mini supermarkets for SHGs to sell goods]
Notes:
The Karnataka government, under the leadership of Siddaramaiah, is focusing on strengthening the rural economy by supporting women-led self-help groups. By setting up kiosks and mini supermarkets, the government aims to provide these groups a platform to sell their products, thereby enhancing their economic participation and empowerment. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to utilize the cash benefits provided to households, particularly through schemes like Gruha Lakshmi, to stimulate local economic activities.