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. Which former Chief Minister of Karnataka was recently conferred with the Padma Vibhushan award?
[A] B.S. Yediyurappa
[B] S M Krishna
[C] H D Kumaraswamy
[D] Siddaramaiah
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Correct Answer: B [S M Krishna]
Notes:
The veteran BJP leader and former Chief Minister of Karnataka, S M Krishna, was recently awarded the Padma Vibhushan, the second-highest civilian award in the country, for his contributions in public affairs.
42. 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.
43. Which iconic physicist is National Science Day celebrated in commemoration of?
[A] C V Raman
[B] Srinivasa Ramanujan
[C] Homi Bhabha
[D] Jagadish Chandra Bose
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Correct Answer: A [C V Raman]
Notes:
National Science Day is celebrated to honor the discovery of the Raman Effect by physicist C V Raman. This day is dedicated to recognizing his contributions to the field of science.
44. Which of the following is NOT a provision of the Kannada Language Comprehensive Development Bill recently passed by the Karnataka Assembly?
[A] Reservation in higher education for students who have studied classes 1 to 10 in Kannada medium
[B] Mandatory Kannada learning in elementary education
[C] Denial of land concessions and tax rebates to private companies not recruiting a certain percentage of Kannadigas
[D] Mandatory teaching of Kannada in IT and software courses
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Correct Answer: D [Mandatory teaching of Kannada in IT and software courses]
Notes:
The Bill includes provisions for teaching Kannada in higher, technical, and professional education courses but does not specify mandatory teaching of Kannada in IT and software courses.
45. Who was named the new seer of Digambara Jain Mutt in Karnataka?
[A] Abhinava Charukeerthi Bhattaraka Swami
[B] Agama Keerthi
[C] Bahubali
[D] Swastisri Charukeerthi Bhattaraka Swami
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Correct Answer: A [Abhinava Charukeerthi Bhattaraka Swami]
Notes:
The new seer of Digambara Jain Mutt in Karnataka has been named Abhinava Charukeerthi Bhattaraka Swami. He was coronated in a ceremony held in the town.
46. Who is known as the key force in chronicling the oral traditions of Kodagu through the compilation of ‘Pattole Palame’?
[A] Nadikerianda Chinnappa
[B] Boverianda Muthanna Chinnappa
[C] Nanjamma
[D] G A Grierson
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Correct Answer: A [Nadikerianda Chinnappa]
Notes:
Nadikerianda Chinnappa played a crucial role in chronicling the oral traditions of Kodagu by compiling ‘Pattole Palame’, one of the earliest compilations of folklore in India. His efforts in collecting and preserving folk songs, proverbs, and idioms have contributed significantly to the cultural heritage of the region.
47. Which districts in Karnataka share a border with Telangana?
[A] Bidar, Yadgir, Raichur, Ballari, Kalaburagi
[B] Belagavi, Udupi, Chikkamagaluru, Kodagu, Davanagere
[C] Mysuru, Tumakuru, Shivamogga, Hassan, Kolar
[D] Bagalkot, Dharwad, Vijayapura, Chitradurga, Ramanagara
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Correct Answer: A [Bidar, Yadgir, Raichur, Ballari, Kalaburagi]
Notes:
The districts of Bidar, Yadgir, Raichur, Ballari, and Kalaburagi share a border with Telangana.
48. In which district of Karnataka were the megalithic age menhirs discovered by a Mysuru-based historian in 2023?
[A] Bengaluru
[B] Mandya
[C] Kodagu
[D] Udupi
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Correct Answer: B [Mandya]
Notes:
The discovery of the megalithic age menhirs was made in Mandya district by a historian from Mysuru. These ancient structures, estimated to be around 3,500 years old, were found in Melkote, Pandavapura taluk. This significant find adds to the historical and archaeological richness of the region, indicating human habitation dating back to around 1500 BCE.
49. Which plant-based milk product was reported to have the newest market entry in Karnataka as of 2023?
[A] Soy Milk
[B] Almond Milk
[C] Oat Milk
[D] Millet-derived Milk Products
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Correct Answer: D [Millet-derived Milk Products]
Notes:
As of 2023, the plant-based milk industry in Karnataka has seen various types of non-dairy milks like soy, almond, and oat milk. However, the newest addition to this market is millet-derived milk products. This reflects the ongoing innovation and expansion in the plant-based food sector in the region, catering to a growing consumer base interested in diverse and sustainable dietary options.
50. 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.
