Karnataka GK

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Karnataka GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

Question 61 [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Political instability created in Amarasulya due to
A
King of Haleri dynasty was dethroned
B
Death of Swami Aparampura
C
Due to formers Revolt
D
Land tax policy
Question 61 Explanation: 
The Amara Sulya Freedom Movement of 1837 began when the British bifurcated Amara Sulya from Kodagu Samsthaana and demanded agricultural tax to be paid in the form of money by Sulya residents. The British had also deposed the Raja.
Question 62 [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Name the current chief minister of Karnataka
A
Pinarayi Vijayan
B
Yeddyurappa
C
Narendra Modi
D
Ramesh Chennithala
Question 62 Explanation: 
Incumbent. Basavaraj Bommai The Chief Minister of Karnataka is the chief executive of the Indian state of Karnataka. As per the Constitution of India, the governor is a state's de jure head, but de facto executive authority rests with the chief minister.
Question 63 [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which state government recently launched a scheme called "Janasevaka" to home-deliver various government services to citizens?
A
Telangana
B
Madhya Pradesh
C
Karnataka
D
Gujarat
Question 63 Explanation: 
Karnataka government launches Janasevaka scheme offering home delivery. Bengaluru Karnataka chief minister Basavaraj Bommai on Monday launched the 'Janasevaka' scheme offering 58 government services at the doorstep of citizens.
Question 64 [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
In which state of India is Coorg situated?
A
Karnataka
B
Goa
C
Kerala
D
Tamilnadu
Question 64 Explanation: 
Kodagu, formerly Coorg, district, southwestern Karnataka state, southwestern India. It is situated at the southern end of the Western Ghats and is rugged and hilly with ample annual precipitation and a climate tempered by elevation.
Question 65 [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The southern part of Karnataka is
A
Mandya
B
Mysore
C
Chamarajanagar
D
Udapi
Question 65 Explanation: 
South Karnataka (officially known as Kannada Nadu) generally refers to the southern part of Karnataka state, excluding the coastal areas. It generally corresponds to former Mysore state. Kannada dialect of South Karnataka is slightly different as compared to North Karnataka.
Question 66 [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Namaste over handshake " campaign
A
Hyderabad
B
Karnataka
C
Maharashtra
D
Rajasthan
Question 67 [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The state where the maximum percentage of raw silk is produced in the country
A
Kerala
B
Karnataka
C
Telangana
D
Assam
Question 67 Explanation: 
Complete answer: Karnataka is the largest silk producing state. Mysore and North Bangalore are known as "Silk City" that contribute to a majority of silk production. This state produces nearly 45% of the country's total mulberry silk.
Question 68 [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Mangalore is in Karnataka. Yes or no
A
Yes
B
No
C
Either (A) or (B)
D
Neither (A) nor (B)
Question 68 Explanation: 
Mangalore is located on the western coast of India at12.87°N 74.88°E in Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka state.
Question 69 [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Harappan people brought gold from which of the following place?
A
Rajasthan
B
Karnataka
C
Iran
D
Gujarat
Question 69 Explanation: 
Harappans procured raw material from other neighboring countries like Silver from Afghanistan, Iran, and Iraq, Lead from Kashmir, Rajasthan, Gold was obtained from Karnataka and Copper from Rajasthan.
Question 70 [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The Kashmir of Karnataka is
A
Chikmagalur
B
Madikeri
C
Kodagu
D
Shivamogga
Question 70 Explanation: 
Karwar is named as "Kashmir of Karnataka" by Rabindranath Tagore on his visit to Karwar.
Question 71 [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
A river's ..... is the starting point of the river.
A
source
B
triutaries
C
mouth
D
drainage basin
Question 71 Explanation: 
The place where a river begins is called its source. River sources are also called headwaters. Rivers often get their water from many tributaries, or smaller streams, that join together. The tributary that started the farthest distance from the river's end would be considered the source, or headwaters.
Question 72 [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
..... helps in quick ripening of mangoes along the coast of Kerala and Karnataka
A
Loo
B
Northwester
C
Mangoshowers
D
Jetstream
Question 72 Explanation: 
Mango showers helps in quick ripening of mangoes along the coast of Kerala and Karnataka.
Question 73 [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
the calvary river dispute is between tamil nadu and .....
A
karnataka
B
gujarat
C
maharashtra
D
None of the above
Question 73 Explanation: 
The sharing of waters of the Kaveri River has been the source of a serious conflict between the two Indian states of Tamil Nadu and Karnataka.
Question 74 [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The capital city of Karnataka
A
Hyderabad
B
Chennai
C
Bangalore
D
Cochin
Question 74 Explanation: 
Bangalore, officially known as Bengaluru, is the Capital of the Indian State of Karnataka . It has a population of over ten million, making it a megacity and the Third populous City and 5th most populous urban agglomeration in India. It is located in Southern India on the Deccan Pleteau .
Question 75 [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Classical dance drama of karnataka
A
Kathakali
B
Yakshagana
C
Mohiniattam
D
Oppana
Question 75 Explanation: 
One of the classical folk art forms of Karnataka is the Yakshagana, an Indian variation of the opera. Yakshagana is a form of dance drama that is widely performed in the coastal areas of Karnataka. This art form has its roots in Karnataka and dates back to about four centuries.
Question 76 [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Coorg or ..... is the smallest district of Karnataka.
A
Kodagu
B
Mysore
C
Bangalore
D
Chennai
Question 76 Explanation: 
Coorg, or Kodagu, the smallest district of Karnataka, is home to evergreen rainforests, spices and coffee plantations. Evergreen rainforests cover thirty per cent of this district. During the monsoons, it pours enough to keep many visitors away.
Question 77 [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Expand —KSFC
A
Kerala State Financial Corporation
B
Karnataka State Financial Commission
C
Karnataka State Financial Corporation
D
Karnataka Self Financial Corporation
Question 78 [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is one educational progress that Karnataka has NOT made in the last 6-7 years
A
Learning outcomes have improved
B
Girls have access to free education till graduation
C
Enrolment has improved
D
There is better use of data systems for M&E in education
Question 78 Explanation: 
There are three kinds of schools in Karnataka: government (run by the government), aided (financial aid is provided by the government), and unaided private (no financial aid is provided). In majority of these schools, the medium of instruction is either English or Kannada.
Question 79 [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The main gold mine region in Karnataka is
A
Kolar
B
Ramgiri
C
Either (A) or (B)
D
Neither (A) nor (B)
Question 79 Explanation: 
Hatti Gold Mines
Hatti Gold Mines Location in Karnataka, India
Coordinates:16.197°N 76.660°ECoordinates:16.197°N 76.660°E
CountryIndia
StateKarnataka
Question 80 [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Karnataka is famous for :
A
Sandalwood
B
Coconut
C
Teak
D
Neem
Question 80 Explanation: 
Karnataka is primarily known for its Heritage destinations and its Wildlife/ National Parks. Apart from that, it is also famous for its magical hill stations, spectacular waterfalls, pilgrimage centres and a 320km long coastline dotted with un-spoilt beaches.
There are 80 questions to complete.