States PCS: Kerala GK Questions for KPSC Examinations
31. In context with the Hi-tech Crime Enquiry Cell of Kerala Police constituted under the CyberDome, consider the following statements about CyberDome project:
- It is the last line of defence for the state police.
- It has a covert cyber-surveillance component.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 is correct
[B] Only 2 is correct
[C] Neither 1 nor 2 is correct
[D] Both 1 and 2 are correct
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Correct Answer: B [Only 2 is correct]
Notes:
Statement 1 is incorrect:
The CyberDome is the first line of defence of the Kerala State Law Enforcement. It seeks to keep up with the increasing use of cyberspace for criminal activity. It secures cyber resources and prevents cybercrimes. It is a research and development centre to give technological support to enforcers.
Statement 2 is correct:
The CyberDome project launched a covert cyber-surveillance component. It seeks to identify radical groups and also weed out child pornography. The staff consists of ethical hackers, coders, software profession and even civilian volunteers. It seeks to provide automated threat intelligence in an almost real-time basis.
32. With regards to the recently unveiled art installation ‘The Trap’, consider the following statements:
- It is aimed at increasing awareness about deforestation.
- It was installed in Kerala.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 is correct
[B] Only 2 is correct
[C] Neither 1 nor 2 is correct
[D] Both 1 and 2 are correct
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Correct Answer: B [Only 2 is correct]
Notes:
Statement 1 is incorrect:
The Trap is a 25 foot art installation aimed at increasing awareness about the dangers of plastic pollution. It was constructed in the shape of a giant plastic bottle using waste plastic bottles. Each of these bottles has a human model trapped inside it.
Statement 2 is correct:
The Trap was unveiled in Kerala. It was installed at the Fort Kochi in Cochin. The installation seeks to highlight the dangers posed by plastic wastes especially to the ocean and the marine environment. The organisers have been engaging viewers by allowing them to click selfies, awarding the best selfies, inviting anti- plastic pollution messages, etc.
33. The Chief Minister of Kerala recently launched the state’s regulatory authority ‘K-RERA’. The authority is related to which field?
[A] Research
[B] Revenue
[C] Real Estate
[D] Railways
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Correct Answer: C [Real Estate]
Notes:
The Chief Minister of Kerala, Pinarayi Vijayan recently launched the Kerala Real Estate Regulatory Authority ‘K-RERA’ to boost the confidence of customers and make the real estate sector more transparent. Under the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, passed in 2016, all state governments were directed to establish the regulating authority for real estate sector, RERA for regulation and dispute redressal in the sector.
34. In light of the recent discussions about the usage of Poshan Abhiyan funds, consider the following statements:
- Kerala is one of the best performers in utilising the Poshan Abhiyan funds.
- World Bank is involved in funding the scheme.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 is correct
[B] Only 2 is correct
[C] Neither 1 nor 2 is correct
[D] Both 1 and 2 are correct
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Correct Answer: B [Only 2 is correct]
Notes:
Statement 1 is incorrect:
The Poshan Abhiyan fund utilisation was recently discussed in Parliament. Only 30% of the funds have been utilised over a period of 3 years. Of the states, Kerala was one of the worst performers, using only 8.75% of the allocated funds. The worst performers is Punjab, using just 0.45% of the funds.
Statement 2 is correct:
The Poshan Abhiyan is a nutritional security scheme launched in 2017 by the centre. 50% of the funding is sourced from the World Bank and other development banks. The rest of the budgetary support is shared between the centre and states in ratio of 60:40. In case of the north- eastern states, central contribution is 90%.
35. Which Indian athlete won the GV Raja Sports award of Kerala Government, in the male category?
[A] Arokia Rajiv
[B] Jinson Johnson
[C] Govindan Lakshmanan
[D] Muhammad Anas
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Correct Answer: D [Muhammad Anas]
Notes:
Indian sprinter and national record holder in 400 metres sprint, Muhammad Anas was presented with the GV Raja award (Male) for athletics, instituted by Kerala State Sports Council.
Anas was presented the award for winning the silver medal for India in the 400-metre race at the Asian Games held in Jakarta, Indonesia. He had also won Gold in the 2017 Asian Athletics Championships. In the female category, PC Thulasi was selected as the recipient of GV Raja award. Thulasi is an Indian badminton player from Palakkad district, who was the national champion in 2016.
36. Which of the following are correctly matched?
State Official Language
1. Andhra Pradesh Telugu
2. Kerala Malayalam
3. Assam Bodo
4. Uttar Pradesh Hindi
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 2 & 3
[C] Only 1, 2 & 4
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
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Correct Answer: C [Only 1, 2 & 4]
Notes:
The state legislature may adopt any one or more of the languages in use in the state or Hindi as the official language of that state. Based on this most of the states in India have adopted the major regional language as their official language such as Andhra Pradesh has adopted Telugu, Kerala–Malayalam, Assam–Assamese, Uttar Pradesh -Hindi.
37. K-FON project, that is to be implemented in Kerala this year, is associated with which field?
[A] Nutrition-added food
[B] Internet access
[C] Water conservation
[D] Space Science
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Correct Answer: B [Internet access]
Notes:
The Chief Minister of Kerala Pinarayi Vijayan has announced that Kerala Fibre Optic Network (K-FON) project would be launched by December 2020.
The objective of the Rs 1,500 crore scheme is to provide free internet access to the poor and at affordable rates to others. It is being implemented by Kerala State IT Infrastructure Limited and Kerala State Electricity Board. Using the KSEB posts, optical fibre cables are being laid across the state.
38. Which of the following Chola King broke the confederation between the Pandyas and the rulers of Kerala and Sri Lanka?
[A] Uttama Chola
[B] Arumolivarman
[C] Rajadhiraja
[D] Rajendra II
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Correct Answer: B [Arumolivarman]
Notes:
Arumolivarman or Rajaraja I led a series of successful military campaigns. Through these campaigns he broke down the confederation between the Pandyas and the rulers of Kerala and Sri Lanka.
39. What is the name of the project announced by Kerala, for rehabilitation of its people returning from abroad?
[A] Welcome Back
[B] Dream Kerala
[C] God’s Own Country
[D] Winning Covid
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Correct Answer: B [Dream Kerala]
Notes:
The state of Kerala has recently announced a project named “Dream Kerala”, for rehabilitation of its people returning from abroad.
The project also aims for enhancing works for the overall development of the State. It aims to deploy the skills and knowledge for reviving the economy of the state. Ideas and suggestions from public will be invited and several departments would be jointly coordinating the project.
40. Which among the following matches of regions and their states are correct?
1. Baghelkhand- Madhya Pradesh
2. Kuttanad- Kerala
3. Rarh- West Bengal
4. Saurashtra- Gujarat
Choose the correct option from the codes given below :
[A] 1 & 2
[B] 1 & 4
[C] 2 & 4
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2, 3 & 4]
Notes:
Baghelkhand is situated in Madhya Pradesh. Kuttanad is situated in Kerala. Rarh is situated in West Bengal. Saurashtra is situated in Gujarat.
