KPSC KAS PRELIMS 2024 PAPER 2 PART 8

Question

86. Which of the following schemes are implemented by Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Development Corporation Limited?

(a) Ganga Kalyana Scheme

(b) Land purchase Scheme

(c) Hostel / Scholarship / Financial Assistance

(d) Micro credit finance (Small loan)

Options:

(a), (b), and (d) only

(b), (c), and (d) only

(a), (c), and (d) only

All of the above

Correct Answer: (1) (a), (b), and (d) only

Explanation:

(a), (b), and (d) only

Explanation:

Ganga Kalyana Scheme: Provides financial assistance for the construction of wells and tanks for SC/ST families.

Land Purchase Scheme: Assists SC/ST individuals in purchasing land.

Micro Credit Finance (Small Loan): Offers small loans to SC/ST individuals for entrepreneurial activities.

The Hostel / Scholarship / Financial Assistance scheme is not implemented by Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Development Corporation Limited but rather by other related bodies.

So, the correct set of schemes is (a), (b), and (d) only.

87. Which of the following are the eligible criteria for Yuva Nidhi Scheme?

(a) They must have completed their degrees or diplomas in 2022-23.

(b) They should not have secured employment within six months after completing their degrees or diplomas.

(c) Self-employed individuals who have availed loans through State, Central schemes, or banks are eligible.

(d) Those already benefiting from similar schemes or programs will not be eligible.

Options:

(a), (b), and (d) only

(b), (c), and (d) only

(a), (c), and (d) only

All of the above

Correct Answer: (1) (a), (b), and (d) only

Explanation: The Yuva Nidhi Scheme is designed to support recent graduates or diploma holders who have not secured employment within six months of completing their studies. The scheme does not extend eligibility to self-employed individuals who have already availed loans through other schemes or to those benefiting from similar programs. Therefore, the correct options are (a), (b), and (d) only.

88. With reference to Karnataka Raitha Samruddhi Yojana, which of the following statements are correct?

(a) It aims to double the productivity and triple the farmers' income by 2029-30.

(b) Combinations of various farming activities like agriculture, dairy farming, etc., for steady income.

(c) Connecting the markets for fair pricing.

(d) Educating the farmers on modern agricultural techniques.

Options:

(a), (b), and (c) only

(b), (c), and (d) only

(b) and (d) only

All of the above

Correct Answer: (2) (b), (c), and (d) only

Explanation: Based on the information provided about the Karnataka Raitha Samruddhi Yojana, the correct statements are:

(b) Combinations of various farming activities like agriculture, dairy farming, etc., for steady income.

(c) Connecting the markets for fair pricing.

(d) Educating the farmers on modern agricultural techniques.

Explanation:

(a) It aims to double the productivity and triple the farmers' income by 2029-30.

This statement is incorrect. The primary aim of the scheme is to integrate various agricultural practices for sustainability and profitability, not specifically to double productivity or triple income by 2029-30.

(b) Combinations of various farming activities like agriculture, dairy farming, etc., for steady income.

This statement is correct. The scheme promotes combining different agricultural activities to provide steady and diversified income sources.

(c) Connecting the markets for fair pricing.

This statement is correct. The scheme includes provisions for improving market access and ensuring fair prices for farmers' products.

(d) Educating the farmers on modern agricultural techniques.

This statement is correct. The scheme includes educational programs to help farmers learn about advanced agricultural techniques.

Therefore, the correct option is:

(b), (c), and (d) only

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Question 89: Which of the following statements are correct with reference to the Karnataka Agricultural Prices Commission?

A. Karnataka is the first State in the country to set up Agricultural Prices Commission.

B. It gives a recommendation/suggestion to the Government in the form of cost of cultivation reports.

C. It is an advisory body working independently from other organizations like universities, departments, and other institutes like IHR.

D. It also looked into non-price measures to enhance farmers' income.

Options:

(b), (c), and (d) only

(a), (b), and (c) only

(a), (b), and (d) only

All of the above

The correct answer is:

(b), (c), and (d) only

Explanation:

Karnataka Agricultural Prices Commission:

Statement A: Karnataka is the first State in the country to set up Agricultural Prices Commission.

Incorrect. Karnataka was not the first state to set up an Agricultural Prices Commission. Various states have had similar commissions or bodies to address agricultural pricing issues.

Statement B: It gives a recommendation/suggestion to the Government in the form of cost of cultivation reports.

Correct. The Karnataka Agricultural Prices Commission provides recommendations to the government based on cost of cultivation reports to help in setting appropriate agricultural prices.

Statement C: It is an advisory body working independently from other organizations like universities, departments, and other institutes like IHR.

Incorrect. The Commission operates in coordination with other organizations, including universities and departments, to gather comprehensive data and insights.

Statement D: It also looked into non-price measures to enhance farmers' income.

Correct. The Commission not only addresses pricing but also considers non-price measures to improve farmers' income and overall agricultural productivity.

Correct Option: (b), (c), and (d) only

Question 90: Which of the following are the major irrigation projects located in the Krishna basin?

A. Bennithora

B. Hipparagi

C. Markandeya

D. Bhadra

Options:

(a), (b), and (c) only

(b), and (c) only

All of the above

None of the above

Correct Answer: (3) All of the above

Explanation:

Major Irrigation Projects in the Krishna Basin:

Bennithora Project: Located in the Krishna Basin, aimed at irrigation and water management.

Hipparagi Project: Situated in the Krishna Basin, it supports agricultural irrigation.

Markandeya Project: Although it serves irrigation needs, it is located in the Krishna Basin.

Bhadra Project: Located in the Krishna Basin, it is designed to provide irrigation and support water management.

Correct Option: All of the above

Answer 1

Question 91: Which of the following activities is/are undertaken by KEONICS (Karnataka State Electronics Development Corporation Limited)?

A. IT infrastructure facility services

B. IT-enabled service and allied services

C. Training services

D. Human resources and manpower consulting services

Options:

(a), (b), and (c) only

(a), and (b) only

(a) only

All of the above

Correct Answer: (2) (a), and (b) only

Explanation:

Correct Answer: (2) (a), and (b) only

Explanation: KEONICS primarily focuses on IT infrastructure facility services and IT-enabled services and allied services. While it is involved in a wide range of activities within the IT sector, the correct activities listed in the options are IT infrastructure facility services (A) and IT-enabled services and allied services (B). The other activities mentioned, such as training services and human resources and manpower consulting services, are not core to KEONICS's primary functions as per the given context.

Therefore, the correct answer is (2) (a), and (b) only.

Question 92: Which of the following statements are correct?

(a) European Investment Bank and JICA are providing financial aid for the ongoing Bengaluru suburban rail project.

(b) ‘Police Mitra’ chat box recently launched by Karnataka police uses chat GPT technology to facilitate answering queries related to cybercrime, traffic, etc.

(c) On the occasion of the launch of Yuva Nidhi Scheme, Freedom Park in Shivamogga was renamed as Allama Prabhu Park.

(d) 1st ever Kambala (traditional buffalo race) event was organized in Bengaluru's palace grounds in November 2023.

Options:

(b) and (c) only

(b) (c) and (d) only

(c), (d) only

All of the above

Correct Answer: (2)(b) (c) and (d) only

Explanation:

Statement (a) is Incorrect: Bengaluru Suburban Railway: European Investment Bank Approves Rs 2693 Crore Funding, First Section To Be Operational By 2025-End not jice

Statement (b) is correct: Chatbot 'Police Mitra': Empowering Citizen Engagement

With the help of ChatGPT, the Karnataka state police have implemented 'Police Mitra,' a chatbot designed to facilitate citizens' queries on cybercrime, traffic issues, and concerns related to women, children, and senior citizens.

Statement (c) is correct: On the same occasion, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced that the Freedom Park in Shivamogga will be named after Allama Prabhu, who first established the concept of democracy on this ground as the President of Anubhava Mantap. The CM said that it is an honour bestowed on Allama Prabhu by Congress government.

Statement (d) is correct: The 1st ever Kambala event was indeed organized in Bengaluru's palace grounds in November 2023, marking a significant cultural event.

Thus, the correct answer is option (1) (a) and (d) only.

Question 93: Consider the following statements about e-greenwatch portal:

(a) Created to manage the works using CAMPA funds and monitor progress of plantations raised in CA lands.

(b) Launched by the Government of Karnataka in compliance with the orders of the High Court of Karnataka.

(c) The portal is jointly monitored by the MoEF & CC and the Forest Survey of India.

(d) It enables user agencies to register themselves and apply for forest land diversion proposal under Forest Conservation Act, 1980.

Options:

(a) and (b) only

(b) and (d) only

(a) and (c) only

(b), (c), and (d) only

Correct Answer: The correct answer is (a) and (c) only.

Explanation:

Statement (a) is correct: The e-Green Watch portal is created to manage the works using Compensatory Afforestation Management and Planning Authority (CAMPA) funds and to monitor the progress of plantations raised in Compensatory Afforestation (CA) lands.

Statement (b) is incorrect: The e-Green Watch portal was launched by the Government of India, not specifically by the Government of Karnataka, and it was in compliance with the orders of the Supreme Court of India, not the High Court of Karnataka.

Statement (c) is correct: The portal is jointly monitored by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF & CC) and the Forest Survey of India (FSI).

Statement (d) is incorrect: The portal is primarily for monitoring and managing CAMPA activities. It is not designed for user agencies to register themselves or apply for forest land diversion proposals under the Forest Conservation Act, 1980.

Therefore, the correct answer is (a) and (c) only.

94. India's nomination of the Sacred Ensembles of the Hoysalas has been inscribed on UNESCO's World Heritage List at the ongoing extended 45th World Heritage Committee meeting held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. India submitted the nomination dossiers for The Sacred Ensembles of the Hoysalas to the World Heritage Centre in January 2022. The site has been on UNESCO's tentative list since 2014.

A. This is the 42nd UNESCO World Heritage Site of India.

B. It includes 3 temples — Hoysaleshwara Temple, Halebidu, Chennaikeshava Temple, Belur and Kesava Temple, Somanathapura in Karnataka.

C. This addition makes Karnataka the State with the highest number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India.

D. These temples were built between 5th-8th century AD by Hoysalas.

Which of the above statements are correct?

(1) (a) and (d) only

(2) (b),  (c) and (d) only

(3) (a) and (b) only

(4) (c) and (d) only

Answer: (3) (a) and (b) only

Explanation:

(a) This is correct; it is indeed the 42nd UNESCO World Heritage Site of India.

(b) This is also correct; the site includes the temples of Hoysaleshwara Temple, Halebidu, Chennaikeshava Temple, Belur, and Kesava Temple, Somanathapura in Karnataka.

(c) is incorrect because Maharashtra has the highest number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India.

(d) is incorrect because these temples were built in the 12th-13th centuries by the Hoysalas, not in the 5th-8th centuries.

95. Consider the following statements about Women's Premier League:

A. WPL is owned and operated by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).

B. The final for 2024 season was played in Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium, New Delhi.

C. Total number of teams participating in this tournament is 6.

D. The official mascot of the WPL is named 'Shakti' and resembles a tigress donning a blue jersey.

How many statements is/are correct?

(1) Only 1 statement is correct

(2) Only 2 statements are correct

(3) Only 3 statements are correct

(4) All the 4 statements are correct

Answer: (3) Only 3 statements are correct

Explanation:

Statement A is correct: The WPL is owned and operated by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).

Statement B is correct: The final for the 2024 season was played in Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium, New Delhi.

Statement C is incorrect: The total number of teams participating in the WPL is currently 5, not 6.

Statement D is correct: The official mascot of the WPL is named 'Shakti' and resembles a tigress donning a blue jersey.

Thus, 3 statements (A, B, and D) are correct.

Answer 2

96. Consider the following statements about Kari Ishad, which is accepted as one of the finest quality mangoes due to its unique aroma, luscious taste, high amount of pulp, shape and size:

A. Kari Ishad mango is prominently grown in Ankola taluk of Uttara Kannada.

B. The mango is also grown in Mandya and to a certain extent in Hunsuru of Mysore.

C. The mango is also grown in Karwar and to a certain extent in Kumta of Uttara Kannada.

D. There are total three variants of Ishad mango.

How many statements is/are correct?

(1) Only 1 statement is correct

(2) Only 2 statements are correct

(3) Only 3 statements are correct

(4) All the 4 statements are correct

Answer: (2) Only 2 statements are correct

97. Consider the following statements about the High Court of Karnataka:

A. Appointment of the Chief Justice is made by the Governor in consultation with the Chief Justice of India (CJI) and the Chief Minister of the State.

B. The Court's principal bench is located in Bengaluru, with three additional benches in Mangaluru, Hubbali-Dharwad and Kalaburagi.

C. The building in which the High Court of Bengaluru is functioning, is called Attara Kacheri which originally comprised the general and revenue secretariat of the erstwhile Mysore State.

D. The post of Chief Justice of the High Court is created under Article 217 of Indian Constitution.

How many statements is/are correct?

(1) Only 1 statement is correct

(2) Only 2 statements are correct

(3) Only 3 statements are correct

(4) All 4 statements are correct

Answer: (2) Only 2 statements are correct

Explanation:

Correct Answer: (2) Only 2 statements are correct

Explanation:

Statement A is incorrect: The appointment of the Chief Justice of a High Court is made by the President of India, not the Governor. The President appoints the Chief Justice in consultation with the Chief Justice of India (CJI) and the Governor of the state concerned.

Statement B is incorrect: The High Court of Karnataka has its principal bench in Bengaluru, but it has only two additional benches, not three. The additional benches are in Hubbali-Dharwad and Kalaburagi, not Mangaluru.

Statement C is correct: The building where the High Court of Karnataka is functioning is called Attara Kacheri, which originally comprised the general and revenue secretariat of the erstwhile Mysore State.

Statement D is correct: The post of Chief Justice of a High Court is created under Article 217 of the Indian Constitution.

98. Which of the following statements is correct about the Asha Kirana Initiative?

It is an initiative for door-to-door eye screening.

It is a revolutionary drive to promote menstrual cups (M-cups) among women.

It is an initiative to promote millets.

It is an initiative to deliver ration to 80+ aged citizens.

Answer: (1) It is an initiative for door-to-door eye screening.

Explanation: The Asha Kirana Initiative is focused on door-to-door eye screening. This initiative aims to provide eye care services directly to people's homes, ensuring that individuals, particularly those in underserved or rural areas, have access to necessary eye examinations and treatments. This helps in early detection and prevention of eye-related issues.

99. Consider the following statements about Pampa Awards:

A. It is the highest literary honour conferred by the Department of Kannada and Culture for recognition of works written in the Kannada language.

B. Kuppalli Venkatappa Puttappa (Kuvempu) was the first recipient of the award for his work Sri Ramayana Darshanam.

c) Na D'Souza received the award for lifetime contribution in 2023.

(d) It was established in 1987 by the Government of Karnataka.

How many statements is/are correct?

Only 1 statement is correct

Only 2 statements are correct

Only 3 statements are correct

All 4 statements are correct

Answer: (4) All 4 statements are correct

Explanation:

Statement A: It is correct. The Pampa Award is indeed the highest literary honor conferred by the Department of Kannada and Culture for recognition of works written in the Kannada language.

Statement B: Since its inception in 1987, the award has been given to a more than 30 individuals.[6] Kuvempu was the first recipient of the award who was honored for his work Sri Ramayana Darshanam (1949), a modern rendition of the Indian epic Ramayana.

Statement C: It is correct. Na D'Souza received the Pampa Award in 2023 for his lifetime contribution to Kannada literature.

Statement D: It is correct. The Pampa Award was established in 1987 by the Government of Karnataka.

100. What is the name of the project in Karnataka aimed at diverting water from the west-flowing rivers to the water-deficient regions, facing opposition from environmentalists and neighbouring States?

Cauvery River Interlinking Project

Mahadayi River Diversion Project

Sharavathi River Diversification Scheme

Tungabhadra Water Transfer Initiative

Answer: (2) Mahadayi River Diversion Project

Explanation: The Mahadayi River Diversion Project (also known as Kalasa-Banduri Nala) aims to divert water from the Mahadayi River to the Malaprabha basin to meet drinking water needs. This project has faced opposition from both environmentalists and neighboring states, making option (2) the correct answer.