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.
1. During which of the following period the Sangama dynasty ruled in south India?
[A] 1336–1485 CE
[B] 1485–1503 CE
[C] 1503–1570 CE
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [1336–1485 CE]
Notes:
The Sangama dynasty (1336–1485 CE), founded by Harihara I and Bukka, was the first dynasty of the Vijayanagara Empire. They constructed Hampi, a UNESCO World Heritage site, repelled Bahmani invasions, and promoted Kannada and Telugu in administration and literature, enhancing South Indian culture.
2. Deva Raya I constructed a dam across which of the following river?
[A] Krishna
[B] Cauvery
[C] Tungbhadra
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: C [Tungbhadra]
Notes:
Deva Raya I succeeded to the throne after defeating his brother Bukka Raya II. He ruled from 1406 CE to 1422 CE. He is credited with promoting irrigation works. He constructed a dam across river Tungabhadra.
3. After the death of Narasa Nayaka which of the following seized the throne?
[A] Immadi Narasimha
[B] Krishna Deva Raya
[C] Vira Narasimha
[D] Achyuta Deva Raya
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Correct Answer: C [Vira Narasimha]
Notes:
Narasa Nayaka died in 1505 CE. After his death his son Vira Narasimha seized the throne, thereby bringing to an end the Saluva rule. This marked beginning of the Tuluva dynasty in Vijayanagar.
4. Which of the following is the author of Panduranga Mahamatyam?
[A] Allasani Peddanna
[B] Pingali Suranna
[C] Tenali Ramakrishna
[D] Krishna Deva Raya
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Correct Answer: C [Tenali Ramakrishna]
Notes:
Tenali Ramakrishna was the author of Panduranga Mahamatyam. He is one of the eight eminent scholars of Telugu known as the ‘Ashta diggajas’ who adorned the court of Krishna Deva Raya.
5. In the 17th century, Nayakas of which of the following states became independent from the Vijayanagar empire?
1) Tanjore
2) Madurai
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2
[C] Both 1 & 2
[D] Neither 1 & 2
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Correct Answer: C [Both 1 & 2]
Notes:
The top-grade officers of the army during the rule of the Vijayanagar kingdom were known as Nayaks. In the 17th century, several Nayakas such as those of Tanjore and Madurai became independent and established separate states.
6. Which of the following was family deity of the Sangama rulers?
[A] Vijayanarayana
[B] Virupaksha
[C] Veera Narayana
[D] Tripurantakeshwara
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Correct Answer: B [Virupaksha]
Notes:
The Vijayanagar kingdom constituted four dynasties, the Sangama dynasty, Saluva Dynasty, Tuluva Dynasty, and Aravidu Dynasty. The Sangama rulers were chiefly Shaivaites and Virupaksha was their family deity while other dynasties were Vaishnavites.
7. Which of the following Bahamani rulers came to be known as Ghazi-the killer of infidels?
[A] Alauddin Ahmad Shah I
[B] Alauddin Humayun Shah
[C] Ahmad Shah III
[D] Muhammad Shah III
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Correct Answer: D [Muhammad Shah III]
Notes:
Muhammad Shah III, known as Ghazi, reigned with Mahmud Gawan as prime minister, who reformed administration and expanded territory. He established the Madrasa of Mahmud Gawan in Bidar, led successful military campaigns against Vijayanagara, and consolidated Bahmani control over the Deccan, while promoting Persian culture and architecture.
8. Which of the following rulers was buried at Gol Gumbaz?
[A] Ibrahim Adil Shah II
[B] Ali Adil Shah I
[C] Muhammad Adil Shah
[D] Malik Hasan Bahri
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Correct Answer: C [Muhammad Adil Shah]
Notes:
After the death of the Sultan of Bijapur, Muhammad Adil Shah in 1656 CE due to prolonged illness, he was buried in the Gol Gumbaz, near the tomb of his spiritual teacher Hashimpeer Dastageer.
9. Which of the following Mughal emperor captured Bijapur?
[A] Akbar
[B] Shah Jahan
[C] Jahangir
[D] Aurangzeb
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Correct Answer: D [Aurangzeb]
Notes:
After Ali Adil Shah II’s death in 1672, four-year-old Sikandar Adil Shah ascended, weakening Bijapur. Aurangzeb annexed Bijapur in 1686, ending the Adil Shahi dynasty after nearly 200 years. Internal strife and noble betrayal aided his conquest. Aurangzeb’s Deccan campaigns strained Mughal resources, contributing to the empire’s decline.
10. Which of the following is fixed as the “No School Bag Day” by the Karnataka government in May 2019?
[A] First Saturday of every month
[B] Second Saturday of every month
[C] Third Saturday of every month
[D] Fourth Saturday of every month
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Correct Answer: C [Third Saturday of every month]
Notes:
The Karnataka government has fixed the weight of schoolbags from classes 1 to 10 in May 2019. The state government has made it clear that a school bag should not weigh more than 10 per cent of the student’s average body weight. The circular has also advised the schools that every third Saturday of every month should be observed as a bagless day. It also asked teachers to make sure students are engaged in educational and cultural activities.
