States PCS: Kerala GK Questions for KPSC Examinations
For all Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC) exams including Degree Level, 10th Level, Secretariat Assistant, and other recruitment exams.
1. Which ancient port in Kerala was renowned for its trade with Roman and Greek civilizations?
[A] Beypore
[B] Kollam
[C] Muziris
[D] Kochi
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Correct Answer: C [Muziris]
Notes:
Muziris, near present-day Kodungallur, was Kerala’s main ancient port trading with Romans and Greeks in early centuries CE.
2. Which philosopher, born in Kerala, is credited with founding the Advaita Vedanta school of Hindu philosophy?
[A] Chattampi Swamikal
[B] Sree Narayana Guru
[C] Swami Chinmayananda
[D] Adi Shankaracharya
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Correct Answer: D [Adi Shankaracharya]
Notes:
Adi Shankaracharya, born in Kalady, Kerala, founded Advaita Vedanta and established key Hindu monastic centers across India.
3. In which 1741 battle did Travancore decisively defeat the Dutch, ending Dutch colonial power in Kerala?
[A] Battle of Kayamkulam
[B] Battle of Colachel
[C] Battle of Ambalapuzha
[D] Battle of Nedumkotta
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Correct Answer: B [Battle of Colachel]
Notes:
The 1741 Battle of Colachel saw Travancore under Marthanda Varma defeat the Dutch, ending their influence in Kerala.
4. Which Travancore ruler is renowned for modernizing the state and implementing social reforms in the 19th century?
[A] Swathi Thirunal Rama Varma
[B] Ayilyam Thirunal
[C] Uthram Thirunal
[D] Chithira Thirunal Balarama Varma
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Correct Answer: A [Swathi Thirunal Rama Varma]
Notes:
Maharaja Swathi Thirunal Rama Varma led reforms in administration, education, and culture, marking Travancore’s modernization during the 19th century.
5. Who among the following social reformers from Kerala played a leading role in the Vaikom Satyagraha for temple entry rights?
[A] K. Kelappan
[B] Sree Narayana Guru
[C] Chattampi Swamikal
[D] Ayyankali
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Correct Answer: B [Sree Narayana Guru]
Notes:
Sree Narayana Guru inspired and supported the Vaikom Satyagraha, which aimed to secure temple entry and road access for lower castes in Kerala.
6. Which princely state merged with Travancore in 1949 to form the Travancore-Cochin state?
[A] Malabar
[B] Kozhikode
[C] Kannur
[D] Cochin
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Correct Answer: D [Cochin]
Notes:
Cochin merged with Travancore in 1949, creating Travancore-Cochin, which later became part of Kerala in 1956.
7. Which political movement in 20th-century Kerala was primarily responsible for implementing land reforms and empowering peasants?
[A] Communist movement
[B] Congress Swaraj movement
[C] Muslim League movement
[D] Khilafat movement
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Correct Answer: A [Communist movement]
Notes:
The Communist movement in Kerala enacted landmark land reform laws, abolished landlordism, and distributed land to peasants, leading to significant social transformation.
8. Which legendary naval commander from Kerala is renowned for leading resistance against the Portuguese in the 16th century?
[A] Pazhashi Raja
[B] Velu Thampi Dalawa
[C] Vaikom Padmanabha Pillai
[D] Kunjali Marakkar
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Correct Answer: D [Kunjali Marakkar]
Notes:
Kunjali Marakkar were the admirals of the Zamorin’s fleet and played a key role in resisting Portuguese naval advances in Kerala during the 16th century.
9. Which mountain pass connects Kerala and Tamil Nadu through the Palakkad Gap in the Western Ghats?
[A] Bodinayakkanur Pass
[B] Palghat Pass
[C] Shencottah Pass
[D] Ariankavu Pass
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Correct Answer: B [Palghat Pass]
Notes:
The Palghat Pass (Palakkad Gap) is a major pass in the Western Ghats linking Kerala with Tamil Nadu, facilitating trade and transportation.
10. Which coastal town in Kerala is renowned for its distinctive laterite cliffs and black sand beaches?
[A] Kovalam
[B] Varkala
[C] Kollam
[D] Alappuzha
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Correct Answer: B [Varkala]
Notes:
Varkala is noted for its unique laterite cliffs bordering the Arabian Sea and its black sand beaches, distinguishing it from other Kerala coastal towns.
