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. Tesla has incorporated its India arm, it will be incorporated in which State/UT?
[A] Tamil Nadu
[B] Karnataka
[C] Maharashtra
[D] Gujarat
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Correct Answer: B [Karnataka]
Notes:
Tesla has incorporated as “Tesla India Motors and Energy Pvt Ltd.” in Bengaluru, Karnataka
42. Under Karnataka State Budget 2022, where is the new SDRF Company proposed to be set up in the state, for emergency responses in case of natural disasters?
[A] Davanagere
[B] Bengaluru
[C] Mysuru
[D] Raichur
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Correct Answer: A [Davanagere]
Notes:
A new State Disaster Responsive Force (SDRF) company is being established at Davanagere as per announcement made in the budget 2022-2023. They are also being strengthened with sophisticated equipments that are worth in crores, as per the budget. Another arm of the SDRF are being established between Hubballi-Dharwad and Belagavi.
43. Where was 87th Akhila Bharata Kannada Sahitya Sammelana was held?
[A] Bengaluru rural
[B] Ballari
[C] Chikkamagalur
[D] Mandya
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Correct Answer: D [Mandya]
Notes:
Mandya was selected as the venue for the 87th edition of the Akhila Bharata Kannada Sahitya Sammelana after receiving the majority of votes from the committee members. This decision was made during a closed-door meeting of the Kannada Sahitya Parishat working committee in Haveri.
44. What is the practice of composing verses mentally known as in Karnataka?
[A] Avadhana
[B] Ashtavadhana
[C] Shatavadhana
[D] Padyapaana
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Correct Answer: A [Avadhana]
Notes:
The practice of composing verses mentally in Karnataka is known as Avadhana. It is a unique and challenging art form that involves constructing poems without using pen or paper, adhering to traditional metric line rules, and demonstrating multitasking, creativity, and spontaneity.
45. Which district in Karnataka is known for producing the highest quality dry grapes?
[A] Bijapur
[B] Belagavi
[C] Bengaluru
[D] Ballari
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Correct Answer: A [Bijapur]
Notes:
Bijapur, renowned for its superior quality dry grapes, underscores Karnataka’s agricultural diversity and the region’s contribution to the state’s agronomy and economy, despite facing marketing and infrastructural challenges.
46. What is the name of the first government breast milk bank in Karnataka?
[A] Amaara Human Milk Bank
[B] Amruthadhare Human Milk Bank
[C] Vani Vilas Hospital Milk Bank
[D] Manipal Hospital Milk Bank
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Correct Answer: B [Amruthadhare Human Milk Bank]
Notes:
The Amruthadhare Human Milk Bank at Vani Vilas Hospital is the first government breast milk bank in Karnataka, collecting close to 234 litres of milk within 18 months, helping at least 1,500 infants.
47. What is the primary objective of the Karnataka State Research Foundation (KSRF) as recently announced by the Karnataka Science and Technology Minister?
[A] To regulate the startup industries in Karnataka
[B] To provide scholarships to students in science and technology
[C] To create an enabling atmosphere for research and development in the state
[D] To oversee the technological parks across Karnataka
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Correct Answer: C [To create an enabling atmosphere for research and development in the state]
Notes:
The Karnataka State Research Foundation (KSRF) is aimed at fostering an environment conducive to research and development. This initiative, approved by the finance department, is part of the state’s efforts to enhance its R&D capabilities, leveraging its rich human resources and creating a supportive ecosystem for innovation and scientific advancement.
48. Which airport was ranked as the world’s most punctual airport for three consecutive months according to Cirium’s ‘The On-Time Performance Monthly Report’?
[A] Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi
[B] Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai
[C] Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru
[D] Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, Hyderabad
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Correct Answer: C [Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru]
Notes:
Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru achieved the top position in global punctuality over three consecutive months. The airport maintained high on-time departure percentages, showcasing its efficiency in managing flight schedules. This recognition highlights the airport’s commitment to providing timely services to passengers.
49. What system is the Karnataka government using to ensure accurate distribution of drought compensation to farmers?
[A] KISAN Portal
[B] FRUITS (Farmer Registration and Unified Beneficiary Information System)
[C] AADHAAR Linkage
[D] NREGA Database
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Correct Answer: B [FRUITS (Farmer Registration and Unified Beneficiary Information System)]
Notes:
The Karnataka government is utilizing the FRUITS system to distribute drought compensation directly to farmers’ accounts. This system helps in preventing fund misappropriation by ensuring that the compensation is based on verified land details.
50. What is the primary purpose of inserting Passive Integrated Transponder (PIT) tags into snakes at the Kali Tiger Reserve (KTR) in Karnataka?
[A] To increase the population of snakes in the reserve
[B] To monitor the health and diet of the snakes
[C] To track their movement and reduce human-snake conflicts
[D] To prepare snakes for relocation to other wildlife reserves
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Correct Answer: C [To track their movement and reduce human-snake conflicts]
Notes:
PIT tags are used in snakes at KTR to track their movements and reduce human-snake conflicts, promoting safer coexistence and effective wildlife management.
