States PCS: Karnataka GK for KPSC and other Karnataka State Exams
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1. Which among the following was a gold coin issued in vijayanagar empire of south India ?
[A] Tara
[B] Varaha
[C] Kakini
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: B [Varaha]
Notes:
Tara was a silver coin and Kakini was copper coin
2. The academic centre of the Indian Space Research Organisation is set up in which state?
[A] Kerala
[B] Karnataka
[C] Andhra Pradesh
[D] Tamil Nadu
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Correct Answer: B [Karnataka]
Notes:
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) recently signed an MoU with National Institute of Technology (NITK), Suratkal located in Karnataka, to set up its regional academic centre for space research at the institution. The academic centre would jointly participate in research and development in emerging space technologies. ISRO would also provide an annual financial support of Rs. 2 Crore to the centre for the research projects.
3. The Vijayanagar empire ruled during which of the following years?
[A] 1236–1672 CE
[B] 1336–1572 CE
[C] 1136–1472 CE
[D] 1336–1672 CE
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Correct Answer: D [1336–1672 CE]
Notes:
The Vijayanagara Empire, founded in 1336 CE by Harihara I and Bukka Raya I, thrived in the Deccan Plateau, with Hampi as its capital. It was known for Hindu culture, architecture (e.g., Vithala Temple, Stone Chariot), and resisting Islamic invasions. The empire had an efficient administration, strong military, and a prosperous economy. It declined after the Battle of Talikota in 1565 CE.
4. Which of the following was family deity of the Sangama rulers?
[A] Vijayanarayana
[B] Virupaksha
[C] Veera Narayana
[D] Tripurantakeshwara
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Correct Answer: B [Virupaksha]
Notes:
The Vijayanagar kingdom constituted four dynasties, the Sangama dynasty, Saluva Dynasty, Tuluva Dynasty, and Aravidu Dynasty. The Sangama rulers were chiefly Shaivaites and Virupaksha was their family deity while other dynasties were Vaishnavites.
5. Which of the following got Sultan Quli Qutb-ul-Mulk murdered?
[A] Ibrahim Qutb Shah
[B] Muhammad Quli
[C] Jamshid
[D] Muhammad Qutb Shah
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Correct Answer: B [Muhammad Quli]
Notes:
The son of Sultan Quli Qutb-ul-Mulk named Jamshid, got him murdered in 1543 CE. Although Jamshid did not proclaim himself as the sultan of the Golconda kingdom, local chiefs were forced to accept his authority.
6. Which of the following monuments is / are examples of Qutb Shahi Architecture?
- Bdshahi Ashurkhana
- Golconda Fort
- Taramati Baradari
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 & 3
[B] Only 1 & 2
[C] Only 2 & 3
[D] 1, 2, & 3
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2, & 3]
Notes:
Badshahi Ashurkhana in Hyderabad commemorates Imam Hussain’s martyrdom during Muharram and features intricate “Nakkashi” tile work. Golconda Fort, originally built by the Kakatiyas and later fortified by the Qutb Shahi dynasty, is known for its acoustics and water supply. Taramati Baradari, a Persian-style garden pavilion from Ibrahim Quli Qutub Shah’s reign, is an acoustic marvel.
7. Which of the following is not an architecture of Bahmani Kingdom?
[A] Takhat Mahal
[B] Tarkash Mahal
[C] Shahi Matbakh
[D] Akal Takht
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Correct Answer: D [Akal Takht]
Notes:
Takhat Mahal was the throne palace of the Bahmani Kingdom, Tarkash Mahal housed the ruler’s wives, and Shahi Matbakh was the royal kitchen. The Bahmani Kingdom, noted for Indo-Islamic architecture, also built Gol Gumbaz and Jami Masjid. Akal Takht, a Sikh site established by Guru Hargobind in 1606, is in Amritsar.
8. Hanumanagundi Falls is located in:
[A] Chamarajanagar
[B] Chikballapur
[C] Chitradurga
[D] Chikkamagaluru
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Correct Answer: D [Chikkamagaluru]
Notes:
Hanumanagundi Falls, also known as Suthanabbe Falls or Soothanabbi Falls is located in the hilly surroundings of the Kudremukh National Park in the Chikkamagaluru district of Karnataka. Hanumanagundi Falls has an elevation of 996 m.
9. Which of the following rivers joins Krishna River in Karnataka?
[A] Venna River
[B] Malaprabha River
[C] Tungabhadra River
[D] Panchganga River
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Correct Answer: B [Malaprabha River]
Notes:
The Malaprabha River is a tributary of the Krishna River and flows through the state of Karnataka in India. It rises in the Western Ghats at an elevation of 792.4 m in the state’s Belgaum district. The river joins Krishna River at Kudalasangama in Bagalkot district.
10. What are Shola forests?
[A] Evergreen forests
[B] Moist Deciduous forests
[C] Dry Deciduous forests
[D] Hill forests
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Correct Answer: D [Hill forests]
Notes:
Sholas are the local name for patches of stunted tropical montane forest found in valleys amid rolling grassland in the higher montane regions of South India.
