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[#396] Chandravalli archeological site is located in which district of Karnataka?
Correct Answer

(D) Chitradurga

Explanation

Solution: Chandravalli is an archaeological site located in the Chitradurga district of the state of Karnataka, India. The region is a valley formed by three hills, Chitradurga, Kirabanakallu and Jolagudda.

[#397] Devarayanadurga is located in which district of Karnataka?
Correct Answer

(B) Tumakuru

Explanation

Solution: Devarayanadurga is a temple town and hill station located in the district of Tumakuru in the state of Karnataka in India. Tumkur, officially renamed as Tumakuru, is a major industrial city located in the southern part of Indian state of Karnataka. Tumkur is situated at a distance of 70 km (43 mi) north-west of Bangalore, the state capital along NH 48 and NH 73.

[#398] What is the nickname of Bengaluru?
Correct Answer

(A) Garden City of India

Explanation

Solution: A large number of trees were planted during British rule and a lot of greenery was developed. This abundance of greenery gained it the nickname, 'Garden City of India'. Apart from Lalbagh, there are other many huge gardens located in this city.

[#399] Who had written the epic "Varadhamanapurana"?
Correct Answer

(A) Nagavarma II

Explanation

Solution: Nagavarma II had written the epic "Varadhamanapurana". It is now held by scholars such as D. R. Nagaraj and Sheldon Pollock that the grammarian was under the patronage of Chalukya King Jayasimha II.

[#400] Which one is known as the Silk Town of Karnataka?
Correct Answer

(B) Ramanagara

Explanation

Solution: Ramanagara houses one of the biggest Silk Market in India, giving it the name as “Silk City''.Ramanagara is the largest market for silk cocoons in Asia. Ramanagara District is known for Mulberry, Silk Weaving, Milk and Toys.