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.
31. As per 2018-19 data, approximately what fraction of India’s exports are shared by Karnataka?
[A] 7%
[B] 13%
[C] 18%
[D] 23%
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Correct Answer: C [18%]
Notes:
As per 2018-19 data, Karnataka shares 17.80% of India’s exports. The contribution of industry and manufacturing sector to Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) stood at 22.01%and 14.46 per% during 2018-19 respectively. The State recorded INR 6,51,983 crore worth of exports in 2018-19, constituting 17.80 % of the country’s export and the largest contributing sectors were software exports followed by engineering products, petroleum products, readymade, basic chemicals and pharmaceuticals.
32. At which site of Karnataka, was the first ever SAARC summit hosted by India held in 1986?
[A] Chikkaballapur
[B] Nandi Hills
[C] Madikeri
[D] Savandurga Hills
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Correct Answer: B [Nandi Hills]
Notes:
The first ever SAARC summit that was hosted by India was held at Nandi Hills in the year 1986. Nandi Hills is an ancient hill fortress that was built by the Ganga Dynasty and later it was enlarged and strengthened by Tipu Sultan. It is located in the Chikkaballapur district, Karnataka.
33. In the budget of Karnataka, what amount has been allocated towards pension under social security schemes?
[A] Rs 5,088 crore
[B] Rs 1,088 crore
[C] Rs 8,088 crore
[D] Rs 3,088 crore
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Correct Answer: D [Rs 3,088 crore]
Notes:
In the budget of Karnataka for the year 2021-22 the government has allocated Rs 3,088 crore towards pension under social security schemes.
34. Kodman Amarnath Shetty was elected MLA from which constituency of Karnataka?
[A] Bellari
[B] Moodbidri
[C] Haveri
[D] Raichur
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Correct Answer: B [Moodbidri]
Notes:
He was elected as a Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) from Moodbidri constituency of Karnataka in 1983 and was re-elected again in 1987 and 1994 for the same constituency.
35. Which state government has launched new industrial policy 2020-25?
[A] Karnataka
[B] Gujarat
[C] Odisha
[D] Madhya Pradesh
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Correct Answer: A [Karnataka]
Notes:
The new policy will facilitate greater investments in advanced manufacturing, research and development (R&D), and innovation and aims to create at least 2 million jobs.
The policy will be “pro-industry and aligned with recent reforms, such as amendments to the Land Reforms Act, the Labour Act, and Karnataka Industries (Facilitation) (Amendment) Act. The New Industrial Policy for 2020-25 will oversee new incentives and an easing of the regulatory process.”
36. SVAMITVA Yojana stands for:
[A] Survey of Villages And Mapping with Improvised Technology in Village Areas
[B] Survey of Villages Abadi and Mapping with Improvised Technology in Village Areas
[C] Survey of Villages Abadi and Mapping with Improved Technology in Village Areas
[D] Survey of Villages And Mapping with Improvised Technique in Village Areas
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Correct Answer: B [Survey of Villages Abadi and Mapping with Improvised Technology in Village Areas]
Notes:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a physical distribution of property cards, a legal document of owning their houses under the Survey of Villages Abadi and Mapping with Improvised Technology in Village Areas(SVAMITVA) scheme.
The legal papers of the houses are handed over to more than 1 lakh beneficiaries across Haryana, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh.
37. Karnataka Bank headquartered at?
[A] Bengaluru
[B] Mysore
[C] Mangalore
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: C [Mangalore]
Notes:
Headquarter of Karnataka Bank is situated in Mangalore. It was incorporated on 18 Feb,1924.
38. Name the app launched by Karnataka government to select beneficiaries of Old Age Pension?
[A] Navodaya
[B] Bhagyalaksmi
[C] Sevana
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [Navodaya ]
Notes:
A first of its kind in India, where beneficiaries will be selected automatically using the Navodaya app and their pension amount will be paid through DBT.
39. Which scheme shall be extended to children of Yellow Board Taxi drivers to promote their education under Karnataka State Budget 2022?
[A] Yashaswini Scheme
[B] Vikaasa Yojane
[C] Vidyanidhi Yojane
[D] Vidya Shiromani Yojane
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Correct Answer: C [Vidyanidhi Yojane ]
Notes:
Karnataka CM Basavaraj Bommai in his budget 2022-2023 announced the Vidyanidhi Yojane mainly for hcildren of Yellow Board Taxi Drivers. It is a financing scheme for education. A special scheme is also being proposed to take care of their health needs.
40. Gombegala Ooru (toy town) is located in which district of Karnataka?
[A] Tumkur
[B] Ramanagara
[C] Hubli
[D] Chikballapur
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Correct Answer: B [Ramanagara]
Notes:
Channapatna toy industry is a traditional craft that has been making wooden toys and dolls for over 200 years. The industry is located in the town of Channapatna in the Ramanagara district of Karnataka, India. The town is also known as Gombegala Ooru (toy town).
The industry was started by Tipu Sultan in the 18th century. Sultan invited Persian artisans to train local artisans in the unique art form. The artisans used ivory, sandalwood, and other materials to make toys for the royal family.
The toys are made using a unique lacquerware technique. The toys are carved out of wood and coated with a colorful lacquer made from the sap of the Palmyra palm tree. The toys are finished with natural dyes that are safe for children and the environment.
The industry is protected as a geographical indication (GI) under the World Trade Organization, administered by the Government of Karnataka.
