Karnataka - Study Mode

[#481] When was the Second Anglo Mysore War fought?
Correct Answer

(A) 1780 - 1784

Explanation

Solution: The Second Anglo Mysore War was a conflict between the Kingdom of Mysore and the British East India Company from 1780 to 1784.

[#482] Which river flows from Karnataka to Kerala?
Correct Answer

(B) Kaveri

Explanation

Solution: The Kaveri passes through Karnataka and Kerala but not through Andhra Pradesh. Note - Cauvery or Kaveri is a South Indian river. It flows through the states of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. It rises in the Brahmagiri Range in the Western Ghats of the Kodagu District in Karnataka.

[#483] Who was the Governor-General during the Fourth Anglo-Mysore War?
Correct Answer

(A) Lord Wellesley

Explanation

Solution: The fourth war was undertaken by Governor-General Lord Mornington (later Wellesley) on the plea that Tippu was receiving help from France. British troops stormed Seringapatam in May 1799. Tippu died in the fighting and his troops were defeated.

[#484] What is the nickname of Kodagu?
Correct Answer

(A) Scotland of India

Explanation

Solution: Coorg is known as Scotland of India because of the beautiful landscape similar to that in Scotland. Coorg is situated in Karnataka. It is also the largest Coffee producer district of India. Another name of Coorg is Kodagu.

[#485] Which waterfall is created by Sharavati river in Karnataka?
Correct Answer

(C) Jog Falls

Explanation

Solution: Jog Falls formed by the Sharavati river. Sharavati is a river which originates and flows entirely within the state of Karnataka in India.