The Coffee Board of India is headquartered in which Karnataka city?
Answer: A
The Coffee Board of India, responsible for regulating coffee production and trade in India, is headquartered in Bangalore, the state capital.
Q.22Easy
Which river is considered the lifeline of Karnataka's agriculture and is also called the 'Dakshan Ganga'?
Answer: B
The Krishna River is known as 'Dakshan Ganga' and flows through Karnataka, serving as a crucial water resource for irrigation and agriculture in the region.
Q.23Easy
Which district of Karnataka is famous for its coffee plantations and is the primary coffee-growing region in India?
Answer: C
Kodagu (Coorg) district is world-renowned for its coffee plantations, producing nearly 30% of India's coffee. The region's climate and altitude are ideal for coffee cultivation.
Q.24Easy
Which of the following is NOT a major IT hub in Karnataka?
Answer: B
While Bangalore, Mysore, and Mangalore have significant IT sectors, Belagavi is primarily an administrative and industrial center, not a major IT hub like the others.
Q.25Easy
The Mysore Palace was constructed during which dynasty's rule?
Answer: B
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.
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Q.26Easy
The Vijayanagara Empire established its first capital at Hampi in 1336 CE. Which river was crucial to the empire's agricultural prosperity and urban planning?
Answer: A
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.
Q.27Easy
How many districts does Karnataka have as of 2024?
Answer: C
Karnataka has 31 districts after the formation of Kalasa-Banduri and Vijayapura district divisions.
Q.28Easy
Which river is the lifeline of Karnataka?
Answer: B
The Cauvery River is considered the lifeline of Karnataka, originating in the Western Ghats.
Q.29Easy
Who is the current Chief Minister of Karnataka as of 2024-25?
Answer: A
Siddaramaiah is serving as the Chief Minister of Karnataka since May 2023.
Q.30Easy
The Indus Valley Civilization was primarily located in which region?
Answer: C
The Indus Valley Civilization was primarily located in northwestern India and Pakistan, around the Indus River.
Q.31Easy
Which of the following is NOT a fundamental right under the Indian Constitution?
Answer: B
Right to Property was removed from fundamental rights by the 44th Amendment Act, 1978, and is now a constitutional right under Article 300A.
Q.32Easy
Which of the following statements regarding the 15th Finance Commission is correct?
Answer: A
Finance Commissions are constituted for a 5-year period to review the allocation of resources between the Centre and States.
Q.33Easy
Which provision of the Indian Constitution allows the President to declare a national emergency?
Answer: A
Article 352 empowers the President to declare a national emergency if the security of India is threatened by war, external aggression, or armed rebellion.
Q.34Easy
The Right to Information Act, 2005, mandates that public authorities should provide information within:
Answer: C
Under RTI Act, 2005, public authorities must provide information within 30 days, extendable to 45 days in exceptional circumstances.
Q.35Easy
The concept of 'Panchayat Raj' as established by the 73rd Amendment relates to:
Answer: B
The 73rd Amendment Act, 1992, established a three-tier Panchayat system (village, block, and district) for rural local governance.
Q.36Easy
The Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) primarily focuses on:
Answer: B
Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen), launched in 2014, focuses on eliminating open defecation and improving sanitation in rural areas.
Q.37Easy
The Bharatiya Samvidhan Divas is celebrated on which date to commemorate the adoption of the Indian Constitution?
Answer: B
November 26 marks the date when the Indian Constitution was adopted in 1949 by the Constituent Assembly.
Q.38Easy
The Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) focuses on which of the following?
Answer: B
PMKVY is a government flagship scheme that focuses on skill development and vocational training for youth.
Q.39Easy
The 'Make in India' initiative was launched in which year?
Answer: C
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the Make in India initiative on September 25, 2014, to encourage manufacturing in India.
Q.40Easy
The Constitution of India recognizes how many official languages?
Answer: C
The Eighth Schedule of the Indian Constitution recognizes 22 official languages as per the 21st Amendment Act, 1967.
