How many districts does Karnataka have as of 2024?
A 29 B 30 C 31 D 32
Karnataka has 31 districts after the formation of Kalasa-Banduri and Vijayapura district divisions.
Which river is the lifeline of Karnataka?
A Krishna River B Cauvery River C Tungabhadra River D Sharavati River
The Cauvery River is considered the lifeline of Karnataka, originating in the Western Ghats.
Who is the current Chief Minister of Karnataka as of 2024-25?
A Siddaramaiah B B.S. Yediyurappa C H.D. Kumaraswamy D D.V. Sadananda Gowda
Siddaramaiah is serving as the Chief Minister of Karnataka since May 2023.
The Western Ghats in Karnataka are recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In which year was this designation granted?
A 2010 B 2012 C 2014 D 2016
The Western Ghats were inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2012 for their exceptional biodiversity.
Which of the following is NOT a major coffee-producing region in Karnataka?
A Chikmagalur B Kodagu C Hassan D Tumkur
Chikmagalur, Kodagu, and Hassan are major coffee-producing regions. Tumkur is primarily known for other crops.
The Vijayanagara Empire had its capital at Hampi in Karnataka. In which century was this empire established?
A 13th century B 14th century C 15th century D 16th century
The Vijayanagara Empire was established in the 14th century (1336 CE) by Harihara and Bukka Raya.
Which schedule of the Indian Constitution primarily deals with allocation of powers between the Union and States?
A Fifth Schedule B Sixth Schedule C Seventh Schedule D Eighth Schedule
The Seventh Schedule contains three lists (Union, State, and Concurrent) defining legislative powers.
Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) falls under which ministry?
A Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs B Ministry of Urban Development C Karnataka State Government (Urban Development Department) D Ministry of Commerce
BDA is a state-level authority under the Karnataka State Government's Urban Development Department.
The Indus Valley Civilization was primarily located in which region?
A North India B South India C Northwestern India and Pakistan D Eastern India
The Indus Valley Civilization was primarily located in northwestern India and Pakistan, around the Indus River.
A state government wants to implement a new policy affecting inter-state water resources. Which constitutional provision would primarily govern this?
A Article 246 (Seventh Schedule) B Article 262 (Inter-State Water Disputes) C Article 256 (Compliance of States with Union) D Article 251 (Inconsistency between Union and State Laws)
Article 262 specifically deals with inter-state water disputes and their resolution mechanisms.
Under the 73rd Amendment Act, which of the following is a mandatory function of Gram Panchayats?
A Defense and Foreign Affairs B Taxation and Revenue Collection C Agriculture and Rural Development D Nuclear Energy Policy
The 73rd Amendment mandates Gram Panchayats to focus on agriculture, rural development, and allied activities as per the Eleventh Schedule.
How many subjects are listed in the Concurrent List (List III) of the Seventh Schedule?
A 47 subjects B 52 subjects C 66 subjects D 97 subjects
The Concurrent List contains 47 subjects over which both Union and State governments can legislate.
Which of the following committees is responsible for examining administrative grievances in Karnataka?
A Public Accounts Committee B Administrative Reforms Commission C Ombudsman (Lokayukta) D State Election Commission
The Lokayukta or Ombudsman institution examines and addresses administrative grievances against government officials.
The concept of 'Concurrent Jurisdiction' in the Concurrent List implies which of the following?
A Only the Union Parliament can legislate B Only State Legislatures can legislate C Both Union and State can legislate, but Union law prevails in case of conflict D Neither Union nor State can legislate
In the Concurrent List, both Union and State governments can legislate, but Union law takes precedence in case of contradiction.
Which district in Karnataka has the highest literacy rate as per recent census data?
A Kodagu B Hassan C Udupi D Chikmagalur
Udupi district consistently shows the highest literacy rate in Karnataka according to recent census data.
A Karnataka-based company intends to establish a Special Economic Zone. Under which Act would this be primarily governed?
A Factories Act, 1948 B Special Economic Zones Act, 2005 C Industrial Disputes Act, 1947 D Bharatiya Labour Code, 2023
Special Economic Zones are governed by the SEZ Act, 2005, which provides the framework for their establishment and operation.
Which of the following statements correctly describes the relationship between Articles 256 and 257 of the Indian Constitution?
A They both deal with inter-state disputes B Article 256 deals with State compliance with Union laws; Article 257 deals with Union directives to States C They are identical in their provisions D Neither article has any practical application
Article 256 ensures States comply with Union laws; Article 257 empowers the Union to direct States on specific matters.
Which of the following is NOT a fundamental right under the Indian Constitution?
A Right to Freedom of Speech and Expression B Right to Property C Right to Equality D Right to Constitutional Remedies
Right to Property was removed from fundamental rights by the 44th Amendment Act, 1978, and is now a constitutional right under Article 300A.
The Rajya Sabha has the exclusive power to create new All-India Services. Which article of the Constitution grants this power?
A Article 312 B Article 245 C Article 256 D Article 263
Article 312 empowers the Rajya Sabha to create new All-India Services by a two-thirds majority in the presence of not less than two-thirds of members.
Which of the following statements regarding the 15th Finance Commission is correct?
A It determines resource allocation for 5 consecutive financial years B It is chaired by the Finance Minister C It has no role in reviewing tax-sharing arrangements D It makes recommendations only for Union territories
Finance Commissions are constituted for a 5-year period to review the allocation of resources between the Centre and States.
