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. Who recently (2023) became the youngest mayor in Karnataka?
[A] Janakamma
[B] Triveni Suri
[C] Nagarathamma
[D] Tasneem Bano
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Correct Answer: B [Triveni Suri]
Notes:
Triveni Suri, a paramedical degree holder, created history by becoming the youngest mayor in Karnataka. She was elected for the Ballari city corporation mayor post.
42. Which dynasty is believed to have built the Mirjan fort in Karnataka?
[A] Nawayath Sultanates
[B] Vijayanagar empire
[C] Tuluva-Saluva clan
[D] Bijapur noble Sherif ul Mulk
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Correct Answer: C [Tuluva-Saluva clan]
Notes:
The Mirjan fort in Karnataka is believed to have been built by Rani Chennabhairadevi of the Tuluva-Saluva clan between 1552 and 1606. This version attributes the construction of the fort to her, giving her the epithet ‘pepper queen’ for her brisk export of pepper from Mirjan port.
43. World Design Organisation (WDO) recognized which city of Karnataka as a ‘World Design Protopolis’?
[A] Bengaluru
[B] Mangaluru
[C] Mysuru
[D] Bijapur
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Correct Answer: A [Bengaluru ]
Notes:
Bengaluru was recognized as a ‘World Design Protopolis’ by a global programme launched by the Canada-based World Design Organisation (WDO). This recognition led to the approval of Rs 200 crore by the state government for improving design elements in public projects in Bengaluru. The funds will be used over a five-year period to enhance the aesthetic appeal of infrastructure like flyovers, walkways, and waterways.
44. Which play by Ila Arun is an adaptation of Henrik Ibsen’s ‘Ghosts’ set in a royal setting?
[A] Peechha Karti Parchhaiyan
[B] Aasphota
[C] Sattavara Neralu
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [Peechha Karti Parchhaiyan]
Notes:
Peechha Karti Parchhaiyan’ by Ila Arun is an adaptation of Henrik Ibsen’s ‘Ghosts’ set in a royal setting, exploring outdated traditions and rituals affecting women, with Ila playing the protagonist challenging these happenings.
45. Which state ranks among the top five tamarind-producing states in India?
[A] Kerala
[B] Tamil Nadu
[C] Karnataka
[D] Andhra Pradesh
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Correct Answer: C [Karnataka]
Notes:
Karnataka ranks among the top five tamarind-producing states in India. The state has seen a decline in tamarind cultivation and yield in recent years due to factors such as excess rain, heat, and labor shortages. This has led to an increase in tamarind prices, with the fruit being used as an alternative to expensive tomatoes in the market.
46. Which organization is supporting the Blue Economy project to protect coastal Karnataka from plastic pollution?
[A] United Nations
[B] World Bank
[C] Greenpeace
[D] UNESCO
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Correct Answer: B [World Bank]
Notes:
The Blue Economy project, supported by the World Bank, aims to reduce plastic pollution in Karnataka’s coastal areas by preventing plastic waste from entering the sea and cleaning up existing marine plastic.
47. Which book, edited by Naresh V Narasimhan, discusses the historical development of Bengaluru and was first published in 1970?
[A] Bengaluru: A Modern Metropolis
[B] The Story of Bengaluru
[C] Bangalore Through the Centuries
[D] The Garden City: Past and Present
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Correct Answer: C [Bangalore Through the Centuries]
Notes:
Bangalore Through the Centuries’ is a significant work that explores the historical narrative of Bengaluru. Edited by Naresh V Narasimhan, an architect and urbanist, the book was first published in 1970. It stands out as one of the earliest comprehensive accounts detailing the evolution of the city, making it a milestone in the historiography of Bengaluru.
48. Who was appointed as the chairman of the Karnataka State Commission for Protection of Child Rights (KSCPCR) on October 21, 2022?
[A] Ashok D Sanadi
[B] K Naganna Gowda
[C] M Nagaprasanna
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: B [K Naganna Gowda]
Notes:
K Naganna Gowda was appointed as the chairman of the Karnataka State Commission for Protection of Child Rights on October 21, 2022. His appointment was challenged in court by Ashok D Sanadi, another aspirant for the post, on grounds of political bias. However, the court dismissed the petition, stating it could not assume an appellate role over the selection committee’s decision.
49. Which of the following is a feature of the RuPay National Common Mobility Card (NCMC) introduced in Karnataka?
[A] It can only be used for metro services.
[B] It is exclusively for toll payments.
[C] It includes features like fuel payments, shopping, and parking.
[D] It is limited to bus services within Bengaluru.
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Correct Answer: C [It includes features like fuel payments, shopping, and parking.]
Notes:
The RuPay National Common Mobility Card (NCMC), operational in Karnataka, is a versatile tool designed to facilitate easier and more integrated public transportation. Beyond its primary function for transit in metro and bus services, the card extends its utility to various non-transit payments such as fuel, shopping, dining, parking, and toll payments, enhancing convenience for users across multiple platforms.
50. In which district of Karnataka is the ancient Buddhist center Dambala located?
[A] Belagavi
[B] Gadag
[C] Udupi
[D] Chitradurga
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Correct Answer: B [Gadag]
Notes:
Dambala is in Gadag district, known for its ancient Buddhist relics and the 1095 AD Tara temple inscription.