Shivappa Nayaka, who ruled from 1645–1660, ousted the Portuguese from the west coast. The Keladi Nayakas were successors of the Vijayanagara Empire in the coastal and Malnad (hill) districts of Karnataka, India.
Shivappa Nayaka captured all the Portuguese fortresses in the 1650s, including Mangalore. He also captured the ports of Gangoli, Barcelor, Honavar, and Mangalore from the Portuguese during 1653-54 after a lengthy war.
2. The Kasars (braziers) of which city of Karnataka are mentioned in many records as being the most notable in the 8th century?
[A] Gadag [B] Nargund [C] Yadgir [D] Laksmeshwar
Answer: D [Laksmeshwar]
Notes:
The Kasars (braziers) produced various kinds of bronze ware which included musical instruments like bells and trumpets, vessels, lamps of various kinds, images of various deities and mirrors. They have been mentioned in many records and the ones at Laksmeshwar of the 8th century is notable among them.
3. Who founded the Representative Assembly in Mysore in 1881?
[A] Seshadri Iyer [B] Rangacharlu [C] R. A. Thumboo Chetty [D] N. Krishnamurti
Answer: B [Rangacharlu]
Notes:
The Representative Assembly in Mysore was founded by Rangacharlu, the first diwan after the restoration of Monarchy, in the year 1881; with 144 nominated members and thus prepared the ground for a responsible government.
4. The uprising in which region is popularly known as Kalyanappana katakayi?
Kodagu uprising held during 1835-37 is popularly known as ‘Kalyanappana katakayi’. This was so named because the leader of this uprising was Kalyana Swamy, (also called Swamy Aparamapara) and he projected himself as the relative of the Kodagu royal family.
5. In which year, Mysore State Road Transport Department (MSRTC) came into existence?
[A] 1945 [B] 1950 [C] 1955 [D] 1948
Answer: D [1948]
Notes:
Mysore State Road Transport Department (MSRTC) came into existence in the year 1948 with 20 buses, when nationalisation of roads was initiated in 1948. By the year 1949, MSRTC had 120 buses which covered 81 schedules and 15,000 km road mileage.
6. Sringeri, the site of first matha established by Adi Shankara, is located in which district of Karnataka?
The site of the first matha (Dakshinamnaya Sringeri Sharada Peetham) which was established by Adi Shankara is Sringeri. Sringeri or Sri Kshetra Shringeri is a hill town and Taluk headquarters located in Chikkamagaluru district of Karnataka.
7. The Upper Krishna Project across the Krishna River, will provide irrigation to which drought-prone areas of Karnataka?
[A] Bijapur [B] Bagalkot [C] Gulbarga [D] All of the above
Answer: D [All of the above]
Notes:
To provide irrigation to the drought-prone areas of Bijapur, Bagalkot, Gulbarga, Yadgir and Raichur districts in Karnataka, the Upper Krishna Project (UKP) which is an irrigation project across the Krishna River has been started. The Government of Karnataka has designed the project to irrigate 1,536,000 acres of land (6,220 km²).
8. Magod Falls, is located in which district of Karnataka?
Magod Falls is a group of waterfalls, located in the Uttara Kannada district of the state of Karnataka, where the Bedti River falls from a height of about 200 metres (660 ft) in two steps. This falls is 17 km from the Yellapur town.
9. In terms of Automobile producing states, what is the rank of Karnataka?
[A] 1st [B] 3rd [C] 4th [D] 7th
Answer: C [4th]
Notes:
Karnataka is the 4th largest Automobile producing state of India. It contributes about 8.5% to the national output in the sector. The automotive industry provides employment to more than 55,000 workers in the state of Karnataka. Karnataka is home to 7 major original equipment manufacturer : Toyota Kirloskar Motors Ltd., Volvo India Pvt. Ltd., Tata – Tata Marcopolo, Honda Motorcycles & Scooters, Mahindra Electric, Scania, TVS Motors and more than 50 auto component manufacturers.
10. What will be the reservation provided to the women who have obtained licence from Agricultural Produce Market Committee in the allotment of site, godown, shop, shop-cum-godowns in the premises?
[A] 15% [B] 10% [C] 20% [D] 25%
Answer: B [10%]
Notes:
10% reservation in the allotment of site, godown, shop, and shop-cum-godowns in the premises will be provided to the women who have obtained licence from Agricultural Produce Market Committee.
Karnataka GK Questions
11. Which of the following Airports is Karnatak’s first fully solar powered Airport?
[A] Hubballi Airport [B] Mangalore Internatoinal Airport [C] Kempegowda International Airport [D] HAL Airport
Answer: C [Kempegowda International Airport]
Notes:
Kempegowda International Airport is Karnatak’s first fully solar powered Airport developed by CleanMax Solar.
12. How many national highways are there in Karnataka?
[A] 10 [B] 12 [C] 13 [D] 14
Answer: D [14]
Notes:
Karnataka has a good road network. There are 14 national highways and 115 state highways with total length of 28,311 km.
13. Who is the longest serving Chief Minister of Karnataka?
[A] B. D. Jatti [B] D. Devaraj Urs [C] H.D. Deve Gowda [D] Veerendra Patil
Answer: B [D. Devaraj Urs]
Notes:
The longest-serving chief minister, D. Devaraj Urs, held the office for over seven years in the 1970s. The Janata Party’s Ramakrishna Hegde has the second-longest tenure, while the Congress’s Veerendra Patil had the largest gap between two terms (over eighteen years).
14. Which among the following writs is issued when the procedure is pending in the court?
The writ of Prohibition is issued when the procedure is pending in the courts. When the lower court hears any case out of its jurisdiction, then upper court takes over the case by issuing Prohibition writ.
15. Which of the following is the smallest district of Karnataka?
Vijayanagara is the 31st district of Karnataka. This district was carved out of Bellary district in 2020 to become the 31st district of the state.
17. Which of the following is listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site from Karnataka?
[A] Group of Monuments at Hampi [B] Aghoreshwara Temple [C] Sangameshvara Temple [D] Chennakesava Temple at Belur
Answer: A [Group of Monuments at Hampi]
Notes:
The Group of Monuments at Hampi comprise a sombre but ostentatious Hampi town, on the banks of the river Tungabhadra in Karnataka. Hampi subsumes the ruins of Vijayanagara, which was the former capital of the powerful Vijayanagara Empire. It was declared as UNESCO World Heritage List in 1986.
18. Which of the following places is known as the land of butter dosa?
Vyjayanthi Kashi is an Indian classical dancer, a kuchipudi exponent. She was also the chairperson of Karnataka Sangeetha Nritya Academy.
20. In which year was the State Secretariat shifted from Mysore to Bangalore?
[A] 1809 [B] 1850 [C] 1865 [D] 1831
Answer: D [1831]
Notes:
The Bangalore Cantonment was established in the year 1809 and the State Secretariat was shifted from Mysore to Bangalore in the year 1831 and this gave a rise to commercial and industrial activity in Bangalore.
Karnataka GK Questions
21. Which temple hosts the annual Brahmakalashotsava Festival of Karnataka?
Shri Durgaparameshwari Temple, Kateel hosts the annual Brahmakalashotsava Festival of Karnataka. Temple-town Kateel, one of the pilgrimage centres in the coastal belt of Karnataka having the highest footfall hosts the 13-day Brahmakalashotsava celebrations of Durgaparameshwari Temple.
22. Which of the following procured vehicles under the scheme “Pink Sarathi vehicles” launched by the Karnataka government in June 2019 for women safety?
[A] Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation [B] Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation [C] Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation [D] Karnataka Urban Infrastructure Development and Finance Corporation
Answer: B [Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation]
Notes:
The ‘Pink Sarathi’ vehicles procured by the Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) under the ‘Nirbhaya’ scheme. The corporation had received Rs 56.07 crore from the Union government under the scheme and had taken up various measures for the safety of women passengers, including the launch of Pink Sarathi vehicles. The BMTC now has a fleet of 25 Pink Sarathi vehicles fitted with GPS and public announcement systems. It will deploy these vehicles to attend to the grievances of women passengers in city buses.
23. Which city of Karnataka hosted the 4th General Assembly of Association of World Election Bodies (A-WEB), 2019 in September 2019?
[A] Mysore [B] Bengaluru [C] Udupi [D] Mangaluru
Answer: B [Bengaluru]
Notes:
The Election Commission of India hosted the 4th General Assembly of Association of World Election Bodies (A-WEB) at Bengaluru, Karnataka on 3rd September 2019. The Association of World Election Bodies (A-WEB) is the largest association of Election Management Bodies (EMBs) worldwide.
24. In which year, the Bahmani Kingdom was disintegrated?
[A] 1397 [B] 1388 [C] 1482 [D] 1526
Answer: C [1482]
Notes:
Muhammad Shah III died in the year 1482. After his death, the Bahmani Kingdom got disintegrated due to his weak successors.
25. Which state has launched the portal named “Akanksha”?
The Chief Minister of Karnataka B S Yediyurappa has launched a portal named Akanksha, which would provide details on all the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities in Karnataka. This comprehensive portal would help the state Government officials, corporates and donors. It seeks to improve transparency in utilisation of CSR funds by the Government.
26. Who was given the title of “the grandfather of the Telugu Poetry” by Krishnadevaraya?
Allasani Peddana was ranked as the foremost of the Ashtadiggajalu, the title for the group of eight poets in the court of King Krishnadevaraya. He was honoured with Title “Andhra Kavita Pitamaha” (the grandfather of the Telugu Poetry) by Krishnadevaraya.
27. In which year villagers of Issuru declared independece from British rule?
[A] 1938 [B] 1942 [C] 1945 [D] 1946
Answer: B [1942]
Notes:
In 1942, Issuru attracted national attention when the villagers declared independence of the village from the British government who ruled India at that time. They blockaded the village and prevented the British officers from collecting tax. In the confrontation that followed, two British officers were killed by the villagers and the criminal case registered culminated in the hanging of four freedom fighters.
28. Who was the President of Indian National Congress held at Belgaum in the year 1924?
[A] Maulana Abdul Kalam Azad [B] M.K. Gandhi [C] S. Srinivasa Iyengar [D] Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
Answer: B [M.K. Gandhi]
Notes:
M.K. Gandhi was the President of Indian National Congress held at Belgaum in the year 1924. It was the only session chaired by Mahatma Gandhi, and address covered Kadhi spinning and Non-Cooperation Movement, attended by 70,000 people.
29. Pushpagiri Peak is located in which of the following districts?
[A] Kodagu [B] Raichur [C] Dharwad [D] Hassan
Answer: A [Kodagu]
Notes:
Pushpagiri (Kumara Parvatha), at 1,712 metres is the highest peak in Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary in the Western Ghats of Karnataka. It is located in the Somwarpet Taluk, 20 kilometres from Somwarpet in the northern part of Kodagu district.
30. Which of the following historical places was also known as Dwarasamudra?
[A] Srirangapatna [B] Badami [C] Halebidu [D] Hampi
Answer: C [Halebidu]
Notes:
Halebidu was also known as Dwarasamudra or ‘The Gateway to the Seas’.
Karnataka GK Questions
31. The price of cotton crop was raised recently in Yadgir district bringing delight to farmers, but also attracting the eyes of thieves to steal crops from farmers’ fields. What was the price increase per quintal?
[A] From INR 8000 to INR 8400 [B] From INR 8000 to INR 9000 [C] From INR 7900 to INR 8500 [D] From INR 7500 to INR 8000
Answer: A [From INR 8000 to INR 8400]
Notes:
Karnataka is the sixth largest producer of cotton in the country. The Kharif season crops of this year have suffered major setbacks in the North Karnataka region due to heavy floods. An estimated 51% of the cotton cultivated area has suffered losses due to rainfall. Along with Yadgir districts, Belgaum, Davanagere and Dharwad also experienced similar cotton crop losses.
32. In Bagalkot region of Karnataka, the untimely rains in July-August months have brought destruction to which major crops of the region?
[A] Ragi and arecanut [B] Coffee and Pepper [C] Onion and Sunflower [D] Groundnut and Maize
Answer: C [Onion and Sunflower ]
Notes:
The flooding of 25 villages in Bagalkot region due to overflowing of Ghataprabha and Krishna rivers have destroyed more than 30,000 hectares of cultivated land. Crops like onion and sunflower are badly affected. All these crops were ready to be harvested.
33. Mini Vidhan Soudhas operating across every Taluk of Karnataka are all set to be renamed by the government. What is the new name?
[A] Karnataka State House [B] Vikasa Soudha [C] Taluk Aadalita Soudha [D] Suvarna Soudha
Answer: C [Taluk Aadalita Soudha ]
Notes:
Mini Vidhana Soudhas are soon going to be called as “Taluk administrative Offices” or “Taluk Adalita Soudha”. The government decided to focus on both official language policy and linguistic heritage of Kannada language while proposing the new changes. The new name comes in view of the state government’s measures to put in place, a pure Kannada name.
34. Shri Aravind Jatti, current President of Basava Samithi in Karnataka is the son of which former Vice President of India?
B D Jatti or Basappa Danappa Jatti was the 5th Vice President of India. He also served as the Chief Minister of Mysore State (later Karnataka State) from the year 1958 to 1962. In Karnataka, he was the founder of the ‘Basava Samithi’. He passed away in the year 2002.
35. Which Indian Tennis Star received the Karnataka Rajyotsava Award by CM Basavaraj Bommai on November 30th, 2021?
Karnataka CM Basavaraj Bommai presented the Karnataka Rajyotsava Award to Tennis Star Rohan Bopanna on November 31st, 2021. The Rajyotsava award is presented for achievers in a total of 24 categories. Each winner receives a gold medal along with a cash prize of INR 1 lakh. It is one of the highest civilian awards in Karnataka. Rohan Bopanna also received Ekalavya award in the year 2005.
36. In order to facilitate state milk producers to obtain hassle-free loans; the Karnataka state budget 2022-2023 has proposed the establishment of which bank for the first time in the state?
[A] Ksheera Samruddhi Sahakara Bank [B] Ksheera Sahakara Sindhu Bank [C] Ksheera Bhagya Nidhi Bank [D] Ksheera Sanjeevini Bank
Answer: A [Ksheera Samruddhi Sahakara Bank ]
Notes:
In order to help milk producers of the state, CM Basavaraj Bommai has set up ‘Ksheera Samruddhi Sahakara Bank’. This is a revolutionary initiative to provide larger financial assistance for milk producers to establish their own bank and also offer financial aid for improving their economic conditions.
37. Which state in India has the second-highest dry area after Rajasthan?
[A] Tamil Nadu [B] Maharashtra [C] Karnataka [D] Uttar Pradesh
Answer: C [Karnataka]
Notes:
Karnataka has the second-highest dry area in India after Rajasthan, emphasizing the challenges and opportunities in the agricultural sector within the state.
38. Biligiri Ranganathaswamy Temple (BRT) Tiger Reserve is located in which district of Karnataka?
In 2023, the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) took notice of illegal resorts, homestays, and lodges operating within the Biligiri Ranganathaswamy Temple (BRT) Tiger Reserve in Karnataka. This action was prompted by a report highlighting the violation of NTCA guidelines and eco-sensitive zone regulations, leading to directives for appropriate measures to address the issue. The involvement of NTCA underscores the significance of preserving the integrity of tiger reserves and adhering to environmental regulations.
39. Which ancient Jain temple is located in Basadi Hoskote in Mandya district of Karnataka?
Basadi Hoskote in Mandya district of Karnataka is home to an ancient Jain temple with a tall statue of Bahubali. The temple has historical significance dating back to the times of the Hoysala kings and features intricate carvings and stone slabs with carvings. The temple is generally submerged underwater but emerges during the summer months when the backwaters recede, exposing the rich heritage of the region.
40. Which national park in Karnataka is affected by the realigned stretch of the Satellite Township Ring Road (STRR) project?
[A] Bandipur National Park [B] Nagarhole National Park [C] Bannerghatta National Park [D] Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary
Answer: C [Bannerghatta National Park]
Notes:
The realigned STRR project, approved to pass through Bannerghatta National Park, aims to reduce city traffic congestion but has raised environmental concerns about disturbing the wildlife.
Karnataka GK Questions
41. The academic centre of the Indian Space Research Organisation is set up in which state?
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.
42. Which of the following laid the foundations of the Saluva dynasty?
[A] Saluva Narasimha [B] Saluva Gunda [C] Narasa Nayaka [D] None of the above
Answer: A [Saluva Narasimha]
Notes:
Saluva Narasimha laid the fondation of Saluva dynasty. Saluva Narasimha was the eldest son o Saluva Gunda. Saluva Gauda was the chief of Chandragiri of the Chittoor district.
43. Amukthamalyadha was authored by which of the following?
[A] Vira Narasimha Raya [B] Krishna Deva Raya [C] Achyuta Deva Raya [D] Sada Siva Raya
Answer: B [Krishna Deva Raya]
Notes:
Krishna Deva Raya himself authored Amukthamalyadha. It is in Telugu. He was known as ‘Abhinava Bhoja’, ‘Andhra Pitamah’, ‘Andhra Bhoja’ as he was great patron of art and literature.
44. Tiruvengalanatha temple was constructed during the reign of which of the following kings?
[A] Vira Narasimha Raya [B] Krishna Deva Raya [C] Achyuta Deva Raya [D] Sada Siva Raya
Answer: C [Achyuta Deva Raya]
Notes:
The Tiruvengalanatha temple was built at Vijayanagara during the reign of the king Achyuta Deva Raya. Tiruvengalanatha temple is now popularly known as the Achyutaraya temple on the name of this king.
45. Which of the following succeeded Alauddin Hasan Bahman Shah?
[A] Taj-ud-din Firoz Shah [B] Muhammad Shah I [C] Ahmah Shah Wali [D] Humayun Shah
Answer: B [Muhammad Shah I]
Notes:
Muhammad Shah I succeeded Alauddin Hasan Bahman Shah. During his reign, there began a severe struggle with Vijayanagar. The prime agenda was the acquisition and control of the Tungabhadra- Krishna Doab.
46. In which city, the first batch of the UNNATI programme of Indian Space Research Organisation got inaugurated in 2019?
[A] Hyderabad [B] New Delhi [C] Thiruvananthapuram [D] Bengaluru
Answer: D [Bengaluru]
Notes:
The full form of UNNATI is Unispace Nanosatellite Assembly and Training Programme. On January 17, 2019, Minister of State in the Department of Space Dr. Jitendra Singh inaugurated the first batch of UNNATI programme of ISRO in Bengaluru, Karnataka.
47. Umesh Bhat Bhavikeri passed away in Bengaluru, Karnataka on 13 August 2019. What was he famous for?
[A] As a former MLA of Karnataka Legislative Assembly [B] As a former MP of Lok Sabha from Karnataka [C] As a former MP of Rajya Sabha from Karnataka [D] As a former Union minister from Karnataka
Answer: A [As a former MLA of Karnataka Legislative Assembly]
Notes:
Umesh Bhat Bhavikeri was an Indian politician who was elected as a member of Karnataka Legislative Assembly from Ankola in 1989. He also served as the Chairman of Lok Shiksha Trust. It publishes a Kannada newspaper the Samyukta Karnataka.
48. Who was the last Rashtrakuta king?
[A] Govinda III [B] Indira III [C] Krishna II [D] Krishna III
Answer: D [Krishna III]
Notes:
The Rashtrakuta empire began disintegrating followiing the death of Krishna III.
49. The account of Malik Kafur’s deccan campaign is given by which of the following?
[A] Amir Khusro [B] Ziauddin Barani [C] Hasan Nizami [D] Minhaj
Answer: A [Amir Khusro]
Notes:
Amir Khusro gave the most anthoritative account of Malik Ke fur’s deccan campaign Devagiri (1307-08), Warangal (1309-10) & Dwar Samudra (1310-11).
50. Who introduced sericulture in Mysore?
[A] Hyder Ali [B] Tipu Sultan [C] Chikka Devaraja [D] Krishnaraja Wodeyar II
Answer: B [Tipu Sultan]
Notes:
Tipu Sultan introduced sericulture in Mysore on a large scale and maintained records about the cultivation of sericulture.
