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Karnataka General Studies (KPSC)

Daily Current Affairs Quiz

• Question 1: Which one of the following pairs is not correctly matched?

  • [A] Baz Bahadur- Malwa
  • [B] Sultan Muzaffar Shah-Gujarat
  • [C] Yusuf Adil Shah-Ahmednagar
  • [D] Qutub Shah -Golkunda Correct Answer: C [Yusuf Adil Shah-Ahmednagar] Notes: Yusuf Adil Shah was the founder of the Adil Shahi dynasty that ruled the Sultanate of Bijapur.
• Question 2: The academic centre of the Indian Space Research Organisation is set up in which state?

  • [A] Kerala
  • [B] Karnataka
  • [C] Andhra Pradesh
  • [D] Tamil Nadu Correct Answer: B [Karnataka] Notes: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) recently signed an MoU with National Institute of Technology (NITK), Suratkal located in Karnataka, to set up its regional academic centre for space research at the institution.
• Question 3: Which of the following were some of the common forms of amusement during the Vijayanagar empire?

  • Dancing
  • Music
  • Wrestling Correct Answer: D [1, 2 & 3] Notes: The period of the Vijayanagara Empire is considered an age of prosperity in South India. During the rule of the Vijayanagar empire, the most popular form of amusements were Hunting, boxing, wrestling, gambling, cock-fighting, dice, polo, music, dance, and dramas.
• Question 4: Which of the following is regarded by Percy Brown as ‘the richest and the most beautiful structure of its kind’?

  • [A] Parvathi temple
  • [B] Jalagariteswara temple
  • [C] Ekambarantha temple
  • [D] Vittalaswami temple Correct Answer: B [Jalagariteswara temple] Notes: The Jalagariteswara temple in Vellore Fort, built by the Vijayanagara rulers, showcases Dravidian architecture and granite construction.
• Question 5: Muhammad Shah died in which of the following years?

  • [A] 1375 CE
  • [B] 1380 CE
  • [C] 1385 CE
  • [D] 1390 CE Correct Answer: A [1375 CE] Notes: Muhammad Shah brought reforms in both central and provincial administration and introduced. After ruling for almost 17 (c.1358–1377 CE) years, Muhammad Shah died in 1375 CE.
• Question 6: Which of the following statements are correct regarding architecture in the Bahmani dynasty?

  1. Mixed cultural influences were seen in the architecture of the Bahmani dynasty.
  2. The Bahmani dynasty was known for its use of red sandstone in architecture.
  3. The Bahmani dynasty was influenced by the Persian style of architecture. Correct Answer: D [1, 2 & 3] Notes: The Bahmani dynasty was a Muslim kingdom that ruled over the Deccan region in India. The dynasty was known for its unique blend of Islamic and Indian architectural styles. The Bahmani architecture was characterized by the use of red sandstone, which was a distinctive feature of the dynasty's buildings.

Importance for Students

This quiz is essential for students preparing for the Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) exams, including KAS, Group A & B, FDA, SDA, and other Karnataka state services. The questions cover various topics such as Indian history, geography, politics, economy, and culture, which are relevant to the KPSC exams. By practicing these questions, students can improve their knowledge and understanding of these topics and perform well in the exams.