Karnataka - Study Mode

[#441] Which of the following is the headquarter of Uttara Kannada district?
Correct Answer

(B) Karwar

Explanation

Solution: Karwar is the district headquarters while Bhatkal, Kumta & Sirsi act as the other major commercial centers in the district.

[#442] What was the governor of the Mandalam called during the rule of the Vijayanagar empire?
Correct Answer

(B) Nayak

Explanation

Solution: The Vijayanagar kingdom which ruled from 1336 CE to 1672 CE was divided into different administrative units called Mandalams, Nadus, sthalas and gramas. The governor of the Mandalam was called Mandaleswara or Nayak.

[#443] In which of the following months Kadalekayi Parishe is celebrated every year in Karnataka?
Correct Answer

(A) November - December

Explanation

Solution: Kadalekaye Parishe, also known as Peanut festival, falls in the month of November. It is held in order to celebrate the first groundnut crop of the year. The Festival is celebrated on the last Monday of Karthika Masa near Godda Ganesha temple, near the bull temple, Bangalore.

[#444] Which District of Karnataka is a Major Contributor to the Indian Field Hockey?
Correct Answer

(A) Kodagu

Explanation

Solution: Karnataka's smallest district, Kodagu, has been a major contributor to Indian field hockey, producing numerous players who have represented India at the international level.

[#445] How many subjects are provided by 11 th Schedule of Indian Constitution for Panchayats?
Correct Answer

(A) 29

Explanation

Solution: The eleventh scheduled of the constitution created by the 73 rd Amendment contains 29 subjects on which the Panchayats shall have administrative Control, Articles 243H empowers State Legislature to make by law provision for imposing taxes by the panchayat.