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11. What is the name of the person who stepped down from the post of speaker in July 2019 when the Chief Minister B. S. Yediyurappa moved a confidence motion in the Karnataka legislative assembly?
[A] K R Ramesh Kumar
[B] K B Koliwad
[C] Vishweshwar Hegde Kageri
[D] Kagodu Thimmappa
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Correct Answer: A [K R Ramesh Kumar]
Notes:
Kandam Ramaiah Ramesh Kumar is an Indian politician who was the 16th speaker of Karnataka Legislative Assembly. He stepped down from the post of speaker in July 2019 when the Chief Minister B. S. Yediyurappa moved a confidence motion in the Karnataka legislative assembly
12. What was the capital of Bahmani Kingdom?
[A] Bijapur
[B] Gulbarga
[C] Hampi
[D] Bidar
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Correct Answer: B [Gulbarga]
Notes:
The Bahmani Kingdom, founded in 1347, initially had its capital at Gulbarga, known for its Indo-Islamic architecture and the Jama Masjid. In 1425, the capital moved to Bidar, a cultural center with Bidar Fort and Mahmud Gawan Madrasa. The kingdom significantly influenced Deccan politics and culture.
13. Which language was encouraged by the rulers of Bahmani Kingdom?
[A] Hindi
[B] Turkish
[C] Arabic
[D] Sanskrit
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Correct Answer: C [Arabic]
Notes:
The Bahmani Kingdom prioritized education, establishing madrasas and libraries for Arabic and Persian learning. Mahmud Gawan founded a notable madrasa in Bidar, and the rulers supported Persian poets and scholars, enriching Deccan’s culture.
14. What was the first capital of hoysala empire?
[A] Hampi
[B] Bijapur
[C] Badami
[D] Belur
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Correct Answer: D [Belur]
Notes:
The capital of the Hoysalas was initially located at Belur but was later moved to Halebidu.
15. Which of the following wars concluded with the Treaty of Seringapatam?
[A] 1st Carnatic war
[B] 3rd Anglo- Maratha war
[C] 2nd Anglo- Mysore war
[D] 3rd Anglo- Mysore war
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Correct Answer: D [3rd Anglo- Mysore war]
Notes:
3rd Anglo- Mysore (1790-92) war was concluded with the Treaty of Seringapatam.
16. In which of the following battles Tipu Sultan died?
[A] Battle of Wandiwash
[B] Battle of Adyar
[C] 3rd Anglo- Mysore war
[D] 4th Anglo- Mysore war
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Correct Answer: D [4th Anglo- Mysore war]
Notes:
The Fourth Anglo Mysore War was fought between the Mysore Kingdom against the British and Nizam in the year 1798-99. Tipu Sultan was killed in this battle.
17. Who was known as Khadi Bhageeratha of Karnataka?
[A] Gangadharrao Deshpande
[B] Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay
[C] Ranganath Diwakar
[D] Karnad Sadashiva Rao
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Correct Answer: A [Gangadharrao Deshpande]
Notes:
Gangadharrao Balkrishna Deshpande also known as Lion of Karnataka, Khadi Bhageeratha of Karnataka, was an Indian activist who was the leader of the Indian independence movement against British colonial rule from Belgaum and the right-hand man of both Lokamanya Tilak and Mahatma Gandhi in succession.
18. Sindagi Revolt was led by:
[A] Shivalingayya
[B] Chidambar Dikshit
[C] Tirumal Rao
[D] Meghsham
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Correct Answer: B [Chidambar Dikshit]
Notes:
Sindagi Revolt against the British was led by Chidambar Dikshit, his son Diwakar Dikshit and Diwakar’s comrades Shettyappa, Raoji and Rastiya who declared sovereignty of people of Sindagi.
19. What is the height of Jog Falls?
[A] 200 m
[B] 253 m
[C] 260 m
[D] 268m
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Correct Answer: B [253 m]
Notes:
Jog Falls is created by the Sharavati River dropping 253 m (830 ft).
20. National Research Centre for Cashew is in:
[A] Koppal
[B] Puttur
[C] Kolar
[D] Gangawati
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Correct Answer: B [Puttur]
Notes:
National Research Centre for Cachew is in Puttur, Karnataka. It is mandated to increase production and productivity of cashew by evolvolving high yielding varieties of cashew.
