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
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
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
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?
[A] Lakshmi Jatti
[B] Basappa Danappa Jatti
[C] Jaatni Jatti
[D] Gopiah Jatti
B [Basappa Danappa Jatti ]
Notes:
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?
[A] Poojashree Venkatesha
[B] Rohan Bopanna
[C] Mahesh Bhupathi
[D] Abhimanyu Vannemreddy
B [Rohan Bopanna ]
Notes:
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
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
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?
[A] Bijapur
[B] Mysore
[C] Belgaum
[D] Chamarajanagar
D [Chamarajanagar ]
Notes:
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?
[A] Vitthal temple
[B] Bahubali temple
[C] Mahavira temple
[D] Tirthankara temple
B [Bahubali temple]
Notes:
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
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.