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.
21. Who was the first president of the Karnataka Samithi?
[A] B. V. Kakkillaya
[B] Kallige Mahabala Bhandari
[C] Umesha Rao
[D] Aluru Venkata Rao
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Correct Answer: C [Umesha Rao]
Notes:
Umesha Rao was the first president of the Karnataka Samithi, when it was established in 1955.
22. Who among the following constitutes “Finance Commission” to review the financial position of Panchayats?
[A] Chief Minister of the concerned State
[B] Finance Minister of the concerned State
[C] The Governor of the concerned State
[D] Panchayati Raj Minister of the concerned State
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Correct Answer: C [The Governor of the concerned State]
Notes:
According to Article 243 (I) of the Constitution, the Governor of a State shall, as soon as may be within one year from the commencement of the Constitution (73rd Amendment) Act, constitute a Finance Commission to review the financial position of the Panchayats and to make recommendations to the President.
23. Local self-government can be best explained as an exercise in:
[A] Federalism
[B] Democratic decentralization
[C] Administrative delegation
[D] Direct democracy
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Correct Answer: B [Democratic decentralization]
Notes:
The Panchayati Raj System is a local self governmence system. Balwant Rai Mehta called it as a ‘System of Democratic Decentralization’.
24. What was the main objective of adopting the Panchayati Raj System in India?
[A] Enlighten individuals about political affairs
[B] Decentralize the power of democratic governance
[C] Disseminate education among the masses
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: B [Decentralize the power of democratic governance]
Notes:
The primary objective of the Panchayati Raj System in India was to decentralize the power of democratic governance. By allowing local self-government bodies to exercise authority, the power was effectively dispersed to the grassroots level. This lead to local issues being addressed more effectively and transparently, fostering a direct democracy environment. The system successfully provided a platform for rural citizens to participate in the decision-making process, aiming to build a more inclusive and equitable society. Therefore, the Panchayati Raj System was acclaimed as the “Grassroot Democracy.”
25. Which of the following places is known as the Rome Of The East?
[A] Hampi
[B] Belgaum
[C] Mangluru
[D] Mysuru
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Correct Answer: C [Mangluru]
Notes:
Nestled in Karnataka, the city of Mangalore or Mangaluru is surrounded by the Arabian Sea and the Western Ghats. Renowned for its historical architecture, this place is called ‘Rome of the East. ‘
26. Which of the following cities in Karnataka is known as the land of sufi saints?
[A] Kalaburagi
[B] Mysuru
[C] Bijapur
[D] Hubballi
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Correct Answer: A [Kalaburagi]
Notes:
Gulbarga, officially known as Kalaburagi is known as the land of sufi saints in Karnataka. The earliest reference to a Sufi saint in Karnataka can be traced back to 1301 A.D. Hazrat Sayyid Shah Hisamud-din-Teighbarana was the first saint to come to Gulbarga. At present his tomb is located in the fort near Jagath talab in Gulbarga.
27. At which of the following places Bedara Vesha dance is famous?
[A] Devanahalli
[B] Gokak
[C] Madikeri
[D] Sirsi
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Correct Answer: D [Sirsi]
Notes:
Bedara Vesha is a folk dance performed days before Holi night in Sirsi town of Karnataka. People of Sirsi celebrate Holi with this unique folk dance every alternate year.
28. Which of the following is also known as Sandalwood cinema?
[A] Tamil Cinema
[B] Telugu Cinema
[C] Kannada Cinema
[D] Marathi Cinema
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Correct Answer: C [Kannada Cinema]
Notes:
Kannada cinema, also known as Sandalwood, Kannada Film Industry or Chandanavana,is the segment of Indian cinema dedicated to the production of motion pictures in the Kannada language widely spoken in the state of Karnataka.
29. Each Basava Puraskara comprises:
[A] Rs. 2 million, a memento and a citation.
[B] Rs. 1 million, a memento and a citation.
[C] Rs. 1 million, a gold medal of 20 gms and a citation.
[D] Rs. 1 million, a gold medal of 50 gms and a citation.
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Correct Answer: B [ Rs. 1 million, a memento and a citation.]
Notes:
The Basava Puraskara is a national award. The award comprises Rs. 1 million, a memento and a citation.
30. B V Karanta Awards are given to recognize individuals in the field of:
[A] Sculpture
[B] Literature
[C] Theatre
[D] Medicine
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Correct Answer: C [Theatre]
Notes:
B V Karanta Awards are given to recognize individuals who have rendered unique service in the field of theatre and performing arts (Amateur theater actor, director, technician, theater musician, and playback singers).
