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. 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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42. What is the new scheme launched by Karnataka Energy Department under which consumers can avail new power connections within 24 hours of submitting online application?
[A] Janasnehi Vidyuth Sevegalu Scheme
[B] Niranthara Jyothi Yojane
[C] Integrated Power Development Scheme
[D] SAUBHAGYA Scheme

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43. Which governor-general of India inaugurated Jayanagar in Bengaluru in 1948?
[A] C Rajagopalachari
[B] Jawaharlal Nehru
[C] Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
[D] Dr. Rajendra Prasad

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44. What unique feature does the hybrid nanoparticle developed by scientists at IISc possess for cancer treatment?
[A] It is magnetic.
[B] It generates ultrasound waves when exposed to light.
[C] It increases the size of cancer cells.
[D] It is visible to the naked eye.

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45. In which taluk of Chikkamagaluru district did KIOCL build the Lakya dam, which led to the submergence of forest land?
[A] Mudigere Taluk
[B] Sringeri Taluk
[C] Kalasa Taluk
[D] Koppa Taluk

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46. Which institution is collaborating with Samsung Semiconductor India Research (SSIR) to set up a laboratory dedicated to advanced quantum technologies in Bengaluru?
[A] Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore
[B] Indian Institute of Technology, Bangalore
[C] Indian Institute of Science
[D] National Institute of Advanced Studies

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47. What is the primary purpose of the Hostile Activity Watch Kernel (HAWK) software adopted by the Karnataka Forest Department?
[A] To provide online training for forest officials
[B] To manage and monitor wildlife and forest crime data in real-time
[C] To promote wildlife tourism in Karnataka
[D] To increase the sale of forest products

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48. In the context of cyber scams in Karnataka, what term is used to describe bank accounts that serve as intermediaries between victims’ and scammers’ primary accounts?
[A] Proxy accounts
[B] Mule accounts
[C] Bridge accounts
[D] Transfer accounts

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49. As of November 2023, how much electricity will beneficiaries of the ‘Kuteera Bhagya’ scheme in Karnataka now receive under the newly merged ‘Gruha Jyoti’ scheme?
[A] 40 units
[B] 50 units
[C] 60 units
[D] 75 units

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50. Which city hosted the first major conference in India dedicated to 2D materials and graphene?
[A] Mumbai
[B] Kolkata
[C] Bengaluru
[D] Chennai

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