Govt. Exams
Entrance Exams
While IT growth has brought significant economic benefits to Karnataka, it cannot single-handedly eliminate poverty. Economic benefits concentrate in specific urban areas and sectors, leaving rural and marginalized populations affected. Options A, B, and C are documented consequences.
Hoysala temples feature distinctive star-shaped (stellate) plans and are renowned for their detailed sculptural work depicting Mahabharata and Ramayana scenes. Belur's temple is a prime example of this intricate craftsmanship.
1. Karnataka has consistently maintained a literacy rate above the national average
2. Urban literacy rate in Karnataka (2021 census) was approximately 75%
3. Gender gap in literacy has widened in the past decade
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Karnataka's literacy rate (~75.6% in 2021) is above national average (~74.4%). Statement 2 is approximately correct for urban areas. Statement 3 is incorrect as gender gap has actually narrowed over decades.
The Tungabhadra River was the lifeline of Hampi and the Vijayanagara Empire, facilitating irrigation, trade, and strategic location. Its valley provided fertile land and natural defenses.
Karnataka's rise as an IT hub resulted from multiple factors including engineering colleges, research institutions like IISc, entrepreneurial ecosystem, and government incentives, not any single factor.
The Mysore Palace, built in Indo-Gothic architectural style, was constructed by the Wodeyar dynasty, who ruled the princely state of Mysore. The current palace was built in 1912.
Basaveshwara (1134-1196), a prominent Bhakti saint in Karnataka, founded the Lingayat movement emphasizing devotion to Shiva and social equality, challenging caste hierarchies.
Mysore Painting, developed during the Wodeyar dynasty's rule, is known for its use of gold foil, intricate detailing, natural pigments, and depiction of religious and mythological subjects.
Karnataka's ports facilitated maritime trade routes connecting India to Southeast Asia, Middle East, and Europe. Ancient ports like Muziris (Kerala coast) and Barygaza were part of this network.
The Bahmani Sultanate, which ruled the Deccan, initially had its capital in Gulbarga before it was shifted to Bidar in the 15th century during the reign of Muhammad III.
