States PCS: Karnataka GK for KPSC and other Karnataka State Exams
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41. The 1st Farmers Science congress was conducted during which Indian Science Congress?
[A] 106th
[B] 105th
[C] 100th
[D] 107th
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Correct Answer: D [107th]
Notes:
It was conducted for the first time in 2020 at Bengaluru during 107th ISC. The session was inaugurated by Dr. Trilochan Mohapatra, Secretary of the Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE) & Director General(DG) of Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR).
42. Centre for Wildlife sanctuaries is located at?
[A] Chikkamangaluru
[B] Dehradun
[C] Raichur
[D] Bengaluru
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Correct Answer: D [Bengaluru]
Notes:
Centre for Wildlife sanctuaries is located at Bengaluru, Karnataka.
43. Which organization has approved a $190 million(over Rs 1,400 crore) loan for the Bengaluru Smart Energy Efficient Power Distribution Project?
[A] World Bank
[B] Asian Development Bank
[C] New Development Bank
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: B [Asian Development Bank]
Notes:
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) approved a $190 million(over Rs 1,400 crore) loan for the Bengaluru Smart Energy Efficient Power Distribution Project.
44. The Western Ghats traverse the States of ?
[A] Karnataka
[B] Kerala
[C] Gujarat
[D] All of the above
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Correct Answer: D [All of the above]
Notes:
The Ghats traverse the States of Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Goa, Maharashtra and Gujarat.
According to the new report by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) namely “IUCN World Heritage Outlook 3”, India’s Western Ghats are threatened by population pressure, urbanization and climate change. The site is regarded as of significant concern.
45. According to the Hurun India Wealth Report, 2020, Karnataka has been ranked at?
[A] 5th
[B] 8th
[C] 4th
[D] 9th
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Correct Answer: C [4th]
Notes:
Region-wise, the top 10 states are home to 70.3 per cent of millionaire households in the country. Maharashtra, has the highest number of millionaires (56,000), followed by Uttar Pradesh (36,000), Tamil Nadu (35,000), Karnataka (33,000) and Gujarat (29,000). City-wise, Mumbai is home to most millionaires (16,933), followed by Delhi (16,000), Kolkata (10,000), Bengaluru (7,582) and Chennai (4,685).
46. Which IT tech giant opened a new facility at Jayadeva Heart Institute in Bangalore?
[A] Wipro
[B] TCS
[C] Infosys
[D] HCL
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Correct Answer: C [Infosys ]
Notes:
On November 17th, 2021 Karnataka CM Basavaraj Bommai inaugurated a new facility of Infosys at Jayadeva Heart Institute. Nearly 103 crores has been spent by the company to open this facility as part of its CSR initiatives. The availability of critical cardiac equipment in the newly opened facility is one of the important highlights of the company.
47. The largest helicopter manufacturing facility in India and Asia is located in Karnataka at __:
[A] Haveri
[B] Mysore
[C] Bengaluru
[D] Tumakuru
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Correct Answer: D [Tumakuru ]
Notes:
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) Helicopter Factory in Tumakuru, Karnataka is the largest helicopter manufacturing facility in India and Asia. The factory will initially produce Light Utility Helicopters (LUHs). It will also generate direct and indirect employment, and boost the development of surrounding areas through its CSR activities.
48. Which district was the three-day Akhila Bharata Kannada Sahitya Sammelana held in for the first time?
[A] Dharwad
[B] Haveri
[C] Bengaluru
[D] Tumakuru
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Correct Answer: B [Haveri]
Notes:
The literary meet, Akhila Bharata Kannada Sahitya Sammelana, was organized for the first time in Haveri, the district carved out of Dharwad 25 years ago. This event marked a significant milestone as it was the first time all district presidents were taken out in a procession during the event.
49. Which district in Karnataka is the Yettinahole project located in?
[A] Hassan
[B] Chikkamagaluru
[C] Mandya
[D] Sakleshpur
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Correct Answer: B [Chikkamagaluru]
Notes:
The Yettinahole project, aimed at providing irrigation and drinking water, is located near Sakleshpur in the Chikkamagaluru district, with significant state investment in its development.
50. 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.
