States PCS: Karnataka GK for KPSC and other Karnataka State Exams
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1. Which of the following was the chief occupation of the people of the Vijaynagar empire?
[A] Pottery
[B] Trade
[C] Agriculture
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: C [Agriculture]
Notes:
According to the accounts of the different foreign travelers who visited the Vijayanagar kingdom, it was one of the wealthiest kingdoms of the world at that time. Agriculture continued to be the chief occupation of the people.
2. The chief items of exports during the rule of the Vijayanagar empire consisted of which of the following?
1) Cotton
2) Copper
3) Iron
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 2 & 3
[C] Only 1 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: C [Only 1 & 3]
Notes:
Agriculture continued to be the chief occupation of the people of the Vijayanagar empire. It was also a great centre of trade. The chief items of exports were cotton and silk clothes, spices, rice, iron, saltpetre, and sugar
3. Which of the following king succeeded Ahmad Shah Wali?
[A] Hasan Gangu
[B] Muhammad Shah I
[C] Ala-ud-din II
[D] Taj-ud-din Firoz Shah
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Correct Answer: C [Ala-ud-din II]
Notes:
After the death of Ahmah Shah Wali in 1435 CE at the age of sixty-four years, he was succeeded by his son Ala-ud-din II. Ala-ud-din II ruled the Bahamani kingdom from 1435 CE to 1457 CE.
4. Which of the following was not among the four provinces into which the Bahamani kingdom was divided?
[A] Daulatabad
[B] Bidar
[C] Berar
[D] Mysore
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Correct Answer: D [Mysore]
Notes:
The Bahmani administrative system was well-organized. The Sultanate was divided into four administrative units which were called as ‘taraf ’ or provinces. These provinces were Daultabad, Bidar, Berar, and Gulbarga.
5. Which fo the following elements were present in Qutb Shahi architecture?
1) Hindu Elements
2) Persian Elements
3) Moorish Elements
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 2 & 3
[C] Only 1 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2 & 3]
Notes:
Qutb Shahi architecture combines Hindu, Persian, Moorish, and Mughal styles. Key features include intricate stucco work and floral motifs in tombs, Persian-style minarets and arches in the Charminar, local granite and temple motifs, and Moorish horseshoe arches and geometric tiles, creating a unique architectural heritage.
6. Which Indian state has launched the first integrated Air ambulance service of South India?
[A] Kerala
[B] Karnataka
[C] Tamil Nadu
[D] Andhra Pradesh
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Correct Answer: B [Karnataka]
Notes:
The Chief Minister of Karnataka B.S. Yediyurappa has recently launched an Integrated Air ambulance service.
Being the first air ambulance from South India, it has German Isolation Pod to transport critical COVID-19 patients. It is developed by ICATT in coordination with an aviation technology firm. The service is expected to serve medical emergencies in spite of heavy road traffic.
7. Donimalai, which is known for Iron Ore mining is located in which state of India?
[A] Kerala
[B] Karnataka
[C] Tamil Nadu
[D] Andhra Pradesh
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Correct Answer: B [Karnataka ]
Notes:
Donimalai, which is known for Iron Ore mining is located in Bellari district of Karnataka. The rich Irone Ore mine was under state-owned NMDC for 50 years. The lease of NDMC ended in 2018 and since then the production has stopped here. Recently, the Karnataka government has decided to resume mining at Donimalai.
8. Which Indian State has the highest number of nursing colleges?
[A] Uttar Pradesh
[B] Madhya Pradesh
[C] Karnataka
[D] Andhra Pradesh
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Correct Answer: C [Karnataka]
Notes:
Karnataka has the highest number nursing colleges in India. It have 314 total number of colleges among which 13 are government colleges and 301 are private colleges. Health is a subject of State list, therefore opening of new nursing colleges falls under the purview of the respective state government.
9. Who was unanimously elected as the 22nd Speaker of the Karnataka Legislative Assembly on 31 July 2019?
[A] K. R. Ramesh Kumar
[B] K. B. Koliwad
[C] Vishweshwar Hegde Kageri
[D] Kagodu Thimmappa
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Correct Answer: C [Vishweshwar Hegde Kageri]
Notes:
Vishweshwar Hegde Kageri was unanimously elected as the 22nd Speaker of the Karnataka Legislative Assembly on 31 July 2019.
10. What is the name of the scheme launched by the Karnataka government to empower student start-ups in August 2019?
[A] E-Step
[B] E-Tech
[C] E-Biz
[D] E-Met
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Correct Answer: A [E-Step]
Notes:
The Department of Information Technology, Bio-Technology and Science & Technology in Karnataka government through Karnataka Innovation and Technology Society (KITS) launched the E-step scheme in August 2019. The main aim is to promote an initiative to empower student start-ups.
