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21. The Karnataka Panchayati Raj Act came into force on:
[A] 1991
[B] 1992
[C] 1993
[D] 1994
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Correct Answer: C [1993]
Notes:
In order to further strengthen the functioning of rural Panchayati Raj institutions in the state by decentralisation at the appropriate level and to improve the quality of functioning, to provide social justice by means of extending additional reservation facilities to SC/ST communities (23 percent), women and other backward classes (33 %} etc., the new Panchayati Raj Act was introduced. The New Act also contemplates the reservation of seats for the chair persons by rotation. The new Act has come into force from 10th May 1993.
22. Confluence of the rivers Krishna and Malaprabha, Koodalasangama lies in which of the following districts?
[A] Mandya
[B] Kodagu
[C] Bagalkot
[D] Raichur
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Correct Answer: C [Bagalkot]
Notes:
The Ghataprabha River, Malaprabha River and Krishna River flow through Bagalkot district. Koodalasangama lies at the point of confluence of the rivers Krishna and Malaprabha in Bagalkot.
23. Which of the following places is known as the Scotland of India?
[A] Bangalore
[B] Coorg
[C] Mangalore
[D] Hampi
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Correct Answer: B [Coorg]
Notes:
Officially known as Kodagu, Coorg is among the most exotic hill stations in South India known for their awe-inspiring scenery and lush greenery. Titled as, “The Scotland of India”, the hill station of Karnataka is adorned with alluring tourist attractions, thrilling things to do, and pleasant weather all year around.
24. Which of the following places is known for Karigudda and Biligudda?
[A] Kushalnagar
[B] Savandurga
[C] Chikkaballapur
[D] Sringeri
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Correct Answer: B [Savandurga]
Notes:
Savandurga is best known for Karigudda and Biligudda. These literally mean the “black hill” and the “white hill”. Karigudda and Biligudda rise to a height of 1226 metres above the Deccan Plateau.
25. Namdroling Nyingmapa Monastery is located at which of the following places?
[A] Bengaluru
[B] Mysuru
[C] Mangaluru
[D] Hampi
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Correct Answer: B [Mysuru]
Notes:
The Namdroling Nyingmapa Monastery is the largest teaching center of the Nyingma lineage of Tibetan Buddhism in the world. It is located in Mysuru district of Karnataka.
26. What is the primary occupation of Dublas Tribe?
[A] Agriculture
[B] Sheep rearing
[C] Hunter and Gatherer
[D] Honey collector
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Correct Answer: A [Agriculture]
Notes:
The Dublas, some of whom are also called Talavia or Halpati, are Hindu tribes originating from the Rajputs in Gujarat and Maharashtra. Dubla society consists of several endogamous sub-divisions with agriculture as primary occupation.
27. Sholaga Tribe is mostly concentrated in which of the following districts of Karnataka?
[A] Chamarajanagar
[B] Gadag
[C] Raichur
[D] Bijapur
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Correct Answer: A [Chamarajanagar]
Notes:
The members of Sholaga tribe inhabit the Biligiriranga Hills and associated ranges in southern Karnataka, mostly in the Chamarajanagar and Erode districts of Tamil Nadu. Many are also concentrated in and around the BR Hills in Yelandur and Kollegal Taluks of Chamarajanagar District, Karnataka.
28. Which Tuluva king was ruling when Portuguese conquered Goa?
[A] Tuluva Narasa Nayaka
[B] Krishna Deva Raya
[C] Achyuta Deva Raya
[D] Sadasiva Raya
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Correct Answer: B [Krishna Deva Raya]
Notes:
In 1510, the Portuguese conquered Goa from Bijapur and established trade with the Vijayanagara Empire, supplying Arab horses and introducing crops like tobacco and cashew, impacting agriculture. The alliance improved military technology and tactics for Vijayanagara.
29. What architectural style monuments are found in at Gulbarga, Bidar, Bijapur, Shahpur, Sagara, Gogi, Ashttur, Sira and Srirangapatna?
[A] Indo-Saracenic architecture
[B] Indo-Islamic architecture
[C] Dravidian architecture
[D] Vernacular architecture
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Correct Answer: A [Indo-Saracenic architecture]
Notes:
Indo-Saracenic architecture monuments can be seen at Gulbarga, Bidar, Bijapur, Shahpur, Sagara, Gogi, Ashttur, Sira and Srirangapatna and they take place in the history of Islamic art of Karnataka.
30. In which year, the Protestant missionaries like London Mission started working in Karnataka?
[A] 1800
[B] 1810
[C] 1830
[D] 1845
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Correct Answer: B [1810]
Notes:
Protestant missionaries like the London Mission, the Basel Mission and the Wesleyan Mission entered Karnataka during the beginning of the 19th century. In 1810 the London Mission was first founded at Bellary and from there they came to Bangalore in 1820. The Basel Mission started its activity in Mangalore in 1834 and The Wesleyans started their activities in princely Mysore from 1821.
