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[#116] Which of the following districts is rich in iron ore deposits?
Correct Answer

(C) Ballari

Explanation

Solution: Ballari districts is rich in iron ore deposits. The districts of Bellary and Hospet are the main districts, whereas Chitradurga, Bagalkot and Tumkur districts are also produce significant amounts of iron ore.

[#117] Which kingdom in Karnataka did the British annex in 1834?
Correct Answer

(A) Coorg

Explanation

Solution: In 1834, the Raja of Coorg tried to shake off his allegiance to the British which resulted in the Coorg War. The state was eventually annexed and became the Coorg Province.

[#118] The first village which declared independence in Karnataka was
Correct Answer

(C) Issuru

Explanation

Solution: The first village was Issuru declared independence in Karnataka. In 1942, Issuru attracted national attention when the villagers declared independence of the village from the British government who ruled India at that time.

[#119] Which Hoysala king assumed the title "Establisher of the Chola Kingdom" and "Emperor of the south"?
Correct Answer

(B) Veera Ballala-II

Explanation

Solution: Veera Ballala-II is called as “Establisher of the Chola Kingdom" and "Emperor of the south". Veera Ballala-II defeated the aggressive Pandya when they invaded the Chola kingdom. Veera Bhallala-II, is considered the greatest among the monarchs of Hoysala dynasty.

[#120] Which two countries have collaborated in the "Innovation for Clean Air (IfCA)" initiative launched in Bengaluru in August 2019 in the field of electric vehicles?
Correct Answer

(C) India - France

Explanation

Solution: The Innovation for Clean Air (IfCA), an initiative that aims to provide a unique measurement system for air quality by integrating satellite and sensor data, and extending support to India's transition to electric vehicles, was launched in Bangalore on Wednesday.The two-year UK - India joint initiative is expected to provide stakeholders of the two countries opportunities to test interventions related to air quality and Electric Vehicle (EV) integration.