Karnataka - Study Mode

[#66] The Hampi city is located on the bank of which river?
Correct Answer

(C) Tungabhadra

Explanation

Solution: Hampi is situated on the banks of the Tungabhadra River in the eastern part of central Karnataka near the state border with Andhra Pradesh.

[#67] Who of the following was the first person to be awarded the Jnanpith Award for Kannada?
Correct Answer

(D) K. Venkatappa Puttappa

Explanation

Solution: K. Venkatappa Puttappa was the first person to be awarded the Jnanpith Award for Kannada. He is widely regarded as the greatest Kannada poet of the 20 th century. He was the first Kannada writer to receive the Jnanpith Award.

[#68] Who was the 1 st Chief Minister of Karnataka?
Correct Answer

(A) K. Chengalaraya Reddy

Explanation

Solution: Kyasamballi Chengaluraya Reddy was the first Chief Minister of Karnataka. He was the South India head of the Indian National Congress. He also served as the Governor of Madhya Pradesh.

[#69] Which Airport is in Karnataka?
Correct Answer

(A) Kempegowda International Airport

Explanation

Solution: Kempegowda International Airport is an international airport serving Bangalore. It is owned and operated by Bengaluru International Airport Limited (BIAL).

[#70] When was the third Anglo-Mysore War fought?
Correct Answer

(A) 1790

Explanation

Solution: In the Third Anglo-Mysore War (1790 - 92), Tipu Sultan, the ruler of Mysore and an ally of France, invaded the nearby state of Travancore in 1789 which was a British ally. British forces were commanded by Governor-General Cornwallis himself. The resultant war lasted three years and was a resounding defeat for Mysore.