Karnataka Darshana MCQ’s

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Karnataka Darshana MCQ’s

1). Consider the following statements regarding the eligibility of Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) candidates in professional courses in Karnataka:

  1. OCI candidates registered on or before March 4, 2021, are eligible for reservations meant for Indian citizens.
  2. OCI candidates registered on or after March 5, 2021, can seek admission under NRI seats or supernumerary seats.
  3. The amendment applies to the Karnataka Educational Institutions (Prohibition of Capitation Fee) Act, 1984, and the 2006 rules for government seats.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. 1 and 2 only
  2. 2 and 3 only
  3. 1 and 3 only
  4. 1, 2, and 3

Answer: B

 

2). Match the following 2026 Padma awardees from Karnataka with their fields:

List I – Awardee

List II – Field

a. Shatavadhani R. Ganesh

1. Science & Engineering

b. S.G. Susheelamma

2. Social Work

c. Shubha V. Iyengar

3. Art & Literature

d. Anke Gowda M.

4. Literature & Education

Codes:

  1. a-3, b-2, c-1, d-4
  2. a-4, b-3, c-2, d-1
  3. a-3, b-4, c-1, d-2
  4. a-1, b-2, c-3, d-4

Answer: A

 

3). The 1% reservation for transgender persons in Karnataka applies to:

  1. Private sector jobs only
  2. Government services
  3. Central Armed Forces only
  4. Panchayat elections only

Answer: B

 

4). Regarding the historical significance of Lakkundi (Lokkigundi), consider the following statements:

  1. It was an important centre under the Chalukya, Yadava and Hoysala dynasties.
  2. It served as the capital of Hoysala king Eradane Ballala in 1192 A.D.
  3. It was renowned for its “tankashale,” which functioned as a royal mint.
  4. It is known as the “City of Thousand Temples.”

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. 1, 2 and 3 only
  2. 1 and 4 only
  3. 2 and 3 only
  4. 1, 2, 3 and 4

Answer: A

 

5). The new modern fruit and vegetable wholesale market is being developed at:

  1. Yeshwantpur
  2. Singena Agrahara
  3. Kalasipalya
  4. Dasanapura

Answer: B

 

6). With reference to the “Turtle Trails” initiative announced in the Union Budget, consider the following statements:

  1. The project aims to promote eco-tourism centered around sea turtle nesting sites.
  2. In Karnataka, the initiative focuses on Uttara Kannada and Dakshina Kannada districts.
  3. The project is limited only to Karnataka’s coastline.
  4. The initiative seeks to balance tourism development with marine conservation.

How many of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. Only One
  2. Only Two
  3. Only Three
  4. All Four

Answer: C

 

7). With reference to the Orange Economy in India, consider the following statements:

  1. The Orange Economy is based on intellectual property and creativity.
  2. It includes sectors such as animation, gaming, visual effects, arts, and digital content.
  3. Karnataka was the first Indian state to introduce a dedicated AVGC policy in 2012.
  4. India’s addressable creative economy market currently stands at around $35 billion.

How many of the statements given above is/are NOT correct?

  1. Only Two
  2. Only Three
  3. All are incorrect
  4. All are correct

Answer: D

 

8). With reference to the Guarantee Schemes implemented by the State government in 2024–25, consider the following statements:

  1. Around 1.37 crore families received direct financial benefits under the schemes.
  2. The total disbursement under these schemes exceeded â‚č1.13 lakh crore.
  3. The schemes are conceptually linked to the idea of Universal Basic Income.
  4. The schemes were targeted exclusively at Below Poverty Line (BPL) households.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. 1, 2 and 3 only
  2. 1 and 4 only
  3. 2 and 3 only
  4. 1, 2, 3 and 4

Answer: A

 

9). With reference to the Karnataka Platform-Based Gig Workers’ Welfare Development Board, consider the following statements:

  1. The Labour Minister serves as the ex-officio president of the board.
  2. The board includes representatives from gig worker unions and aggregator companies in equal numbers.
  3. The CEO of the board functions as its member-secretary.
  4. The board consists exclusively of representatives from the Labour Department.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. 1, 2 and 3 only
  2. 1 and 4 only
  3. 1, 2, 3 and 4
  4. 1, 2, and 3 only

Answer: A

 

10). Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR) has partnered with which company to develop advanced thermal materials for aviation batteries?

  1. HAL
  2. Dreamfly Innovations Pvt. Ltd.
  3. ISRO
  4. BEL

Answer: B

 

11). Hampi was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in:

  1. 1982
  2. 1999
  3. 1986
  4. 2006

Answer: C

 

12). Match the following:

List I (Initiative)

List II (Features)

a. Namma 112

1. Supported by Nirbhaya Fund.

b. Safe City Project

2. Emergency response system.

c. Body & Dash Cams Integration

3. First Indian city to link cameras with command centre workflow.

d. Safety Islands

4. Installed emergency call boxes across the city.

Codes:

    a b c d

  1. 2 1 3 4
  2. 1 2 4 3
  3. 2 3 1 4
  4. 3 1 2 4

Answer: A

 

13). With reference to the Smart City Projects in Karnataka, consider the following statements:

  1. The Smart City projects are being implemented in seven cities of Karnataka.
  2. The Karnataka Urban Infrastructure Development Corporation (KUIDFC) is the nodal agency responsible for implementation.
  3. All district headquarters of Karnataka are covered under the Smart Cities Mission.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. 1 only
  2. 1 and 2 only
  3. 2 and 3 only
  4. 1, 2 and 3

Answer: B

 

14). The integration of Tele MANAS with Namma 112 involved collaboration with:

  1. AIIMS Delhi
  2. ISRO
  3. NIMHANS
  4. DRDO

Answer: C

 

15). With reference to the initiative of Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) to adopt government high schools, consider the following statements:

  1. The initiative seeks to adopt 680 government high schools across Karnataka.
  2. The programme will be implemented through the National Service Scheme (NSS).
  3. The primary objective is to improve educational quality in government schools.
  4. The initiative mandates compulsory rural posting for all VTU faculty members.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. 1, 2 and 3 only
  2. 1 and 4 only
  3. 2 and 3 only
  4. 1, 2, 3 and 4

Answer: A

 

16). The Engineering Education committee is chaired by:

  1. Prof. K. Kasturirangan
  2. Prof. S. Sadagopan
  3. Dr. Raghunath Mashelkar
  4. Prof. M.S. Swaminathan

Answer: B

 

17). With reference to the Karnataka Regional Imbalances Redressal Committee (2026), consider the following statements:

  1. The committee was chaired by economist M. Govinda Rao.
  2. The number of “Most Backward” taluks increased from 39 in 2002 to 93 in 2026.
  3. More than half of the backward taluks are located in South Karnataka.
  4. Kalaburagi and Belagavi divisions together account for over 70% of the most backward taluks.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. 1, 2 and 4 only
  2. 1 and 3 only
  3. 2 and 4 only
  4. 1, 2, 3 and 4

Answer: A

 

18). With reference to the M. Govinda Rao. committee recommendations, consider the following statements:

  1. The committee recommended abolishing the Malnad Area Development Board and the Bayaluseeme Development Board.
  2. The Kalyana Karnataka Region Development Board (KKRDB) was established under Article 371(J) of the Constitution.
  3. The committee recommended strengthening KKRDB without any structural changes.
  4. The overhaul of regional planning units aims to link them directly with Zilla Panchayats.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. 1, 2 and 4 only
  2. 1 and 3 only
  3. 2 and 4 only
  4. 1, 2, 3 and 4

Answer: A

 

19). With reference to the Anugraha Scheme, consider the following statements:

  1. The scheme was launched in 2013.
  2. It provides financial relief to farmers for livestock lost due to diseases or accidents.
  3. The compensation for cows, buffaloes, and bullocks has been enhanced to â‚č15,000.
  4. The compensation amount for sheep and goats is higher than that for cattle.

How many of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. Only One
  2. Only Two
  3. Only Three
  4. All Four

Answer: C

 

20). With reference to the FICCI FLO Women-Led Industrial Park in Karnataka, consider the following statements:

  1. It is located in Gauribidanur in Chickballapur district and is spread over 50 acres.
  2. It has been developed exclusively for women entrepreneurs.
  3. The initiative aims to increase women’s participation in manufacturing.
  4. It was launched by the KIADB and Karnataka Udyog Mitra.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. 1, 2 and 3 only
  2. 1 and 4 only
  3. 2 and 3 only
  4. 1, 2, 3 and 4

Answer: D

 

21). With reference to the draft Code on Social Security Rules in Karnataka, consider the following statements:

  1. The Unorganised Workers’ Social Security Board will include equal representation from workers and employers.
  2. The Labour Minister of the State will serve as the Chairperson of the Board.
  3. The Construction Workers’ Welfare Board will include Members of Parliament.
  4. Employers are required to pay a cess of 1–2% of construction cost within thirty days of assessment.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. 1, 2 and 4 only
  2. 2 and 3 only
  3. 1 and 3 only
  4. 1, 2, 3 and 4

Answer: A

 

22). The Karnataka Information Commission (KIC) recently declared which of the following as “public authorities” under the RTI Act?

  1. Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF)
  2. Electronic City Industrial Township Authority
  3. Karnataka Examination Authority

Select the correct answer using the code below:

  1. 1 only
  2. 1 and 2 only
  3. 2 and 3 only
  4. 1, 2 and 3

Answer: B

 

23). Consider the following statements regarding the 17th Bengaluru International Film Festival (BIFFes):

  1. The theme of the festival focused on women’s empowerment under the slogan “Stree Yendare Ashte Sake.”
  2. The Marathi film Sabar Bonda won the Best Indian Film award.
  3. Vanya, which won the Best Kannada Film award, deals with urban migration issues.
  4. Hamsalekha was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. 1 and 2 only
  2. 2, 3 and 4 only
  3. 1, 2 and 4 only
  4. 1, 3 and 4 only

Answer: C

 

24). Consider the following statements regarding the Karnataka Cybercrime Coordination Centre (K4C):

  1. K4C functions as a nodal agency to coordinate cybercrime investigations across the State.
  2. It works in coordination with law enforcement agencies and banks to prevent financial cyber fraud.
  3. It was established under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India.
  4. One of its objectives is capacity building and training of police personnel in cyber forensics.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. 1, 2 and 4 only
  2. 1 and 3 only
  3. 2 and 3 only
  4. 1, 2, 3 and 4

Answer: A

 

25). Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary is situated on the banks of which river?

  1. Tungabhadra
  2. Krishna
  3. Kaveri
  4. Sharavathi

Answer: C

 

26). Which of the following destinations were identified in Udupi district under the National Mission for Developing Globally Competitive Tourism Destinations?

  1. Kodi-Kanyana
  2. Barkur Port area
  3. Trasi–Maravanthe
  4. Malpe Beach

Select the correct answer using the code below:

  1. 1, 2 and 3 only
  2. 2 and 4 only
  3. 1 and 4 only
  4. 1, 2, 3 and 4

Answer: A

 

27). With reference to the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI), consider the following statements:

  1. It functions under the Ministry of Heavy Industries and it is the apex authority for vehicle testing and certification in India.
  2. It is responsible for conducting monetary policy for the automobile sector.
  3. It plays a key role in emission standards and safety compliance.
  4. The proposed new ARAI centre announced by the Union Minister is to be established in Mandya.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. 1, 2 and 4 only
  2. 1, 3 and 4 only
  3. 2 and 3 only
  4. 1, 2, 3 and 4

Answer: B

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