MCQ’s on State Issues
- Consider the following statements regarding the Karnataka Menstrual Leave Policy, 2026:
- The policy entitles women employees in Karnataka to a maximum of 12 days of menstrual leave annually.
- It has been implemented only for employees in the organized private sector.
- It recognizes menstrual health as both a workplace and rights-based issue.
- It is based on the recommendations of a committee headed by Dr. Sapna S.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
- 2, 3 and 4 only
- 1 and 2 only
- 1, 3 and 4 only
- 1, 2, 3 and 4
- With reference to the Karnataka Global Capability Centre (GCC) Policy 2024–2029, consider the following statements:
- It is India’s first dedicated policy framework aimed at attracting and scaling GCCs.
- It promotes the development of GCCs in “Beyond Bengaluru” clusters and a majority of newly established GCCs are concentrated in Bengaluru.
- It aims to increase the number of GCCs in the state from over 500 to 1,000 by 2029.
- The policy targets generation of $50 billion in economic output and creation of 3.5 lakh jobs.
How many of the statements given above is/are NOT correct?
- Two only
- Three only
- All Four
- All Four are correct
- Consider the following statements regarding bioeconomy in Karnataka:
- The State contributes nearly one-fifth to India’s bioeconomy.
- The bioeconomy expanded from $31 billion in 2023 to $39.2 billion in 2025.
- The growth rate during this period was less than 20%.
- Karnataka added over 200 biotech start-ups in 2025.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- 2 and 3 only
- 1, 2 and 4 only
- 2 and 3 only
- 1, 2, 3 and 4
- With reference to the Asha Kirana Initiative, consider the following statements:
- It is implemented under the National Programme for Control of Blindness and Visual Impairment (NPCBVI).
- The initiative primarily focuses on providing tertiary-level super-specialty eye care services in urban hospitals.
- It involves doorstep screening of individuals through community health workers such as ASHAs.
- It provides free spectacles and cataract surgeries to eligible beneficiaries through government and empanelled hospitals.
How many of the statements given above is/are correct?
- One only
- Two only
- Three only
- All Four
- With reference to the Kusuma Sanjeevini Programme, consider the following statements:
- It aims to provide prophylactic treatment and emergency transport services free of cost to haemophilia patients.
- The programme introduces Emicizumab, which is administered intravenously on a daily basis.
- Haemophilia is a genetic disorder caused by deficiency of clotting factors such as Factor VIII or Factor IX.
- The use of Emicizumab under the programme helps in preventing recurrent bleeding episodes and associated joint deformities.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- 1, 2 and 3 only
- 1, 3 and 4 only
- 2 and 4 only
- 1, 2, 3 and 4
- With reference to the AVGC-XR Policy (2024–29), consider the following statements:
- The policy aims to position Karnataka as a global hub for Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, Comics, and Extended Reality.
- It targets that exports from the AVGC-XR sector should constitute at least 80% of the total sectoral revenue.
- The policy focuses on large enterprises and provides support for startups or MSMEs with the potential to create 20 lakh jobs in the next five years.
- It includes provisions for skill development, infrastructure creation, and financial incentives to promote the AVGC-XR ecosystem.
How many of the statements given above is/ are NOT correct?
- Two only
- Three only
- All Four
- All are correct
- Assertion (A): Karnataka has launched the State Action Plan for Rabies Elimination (SAPRE) with a target of achieving zero human deaths due to dog-mediated rabies by 2030.
Reason (R): Rabies is a zoonotic disease that is almost always fatal once clinical symptoms appear, but is preventable through vaccination and timely post-exposure prophylaxis.
Choose the correct answer:
- Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
- Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
- A is true, but R is false
- A is false, but R is true
- Assertion (A): Karnataka became the first State in India to release a comprehensive State Action Plan for Prevention and Control of Snakebite Envenoming (SAPSE).
Reason (R): Snakebite envenoming and rabies are major public health concerns, and targeted state-level action plans help in reducing mortality through prevention, timely treatment, and awareness.
Choose the correct answer:
- Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
- Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
- A is true, but R is false
- A is false, but R is true
- Consider the following statements:
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) infection is a necessary cause for the majority of cervical cancer cases.
- HPV vaccines are prophylactic in nature and do not treat existing infections.
- Cervical cancer can be effectively eliminated solely through vaccination without the need for screening programmes.
- High HPV vaccination coverage among adolescent girls can contribute to herd immunity.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- 1, 2 and 4 only
- 1 and 3 only
- 2, 3 and 4 only
- 1, 2, 3 and 4
- With reference to solid waste management initiatives in Bengaluru, consider the following statements:
- Two new Integrated Solid Waste Management Parks are proposed at Gollahalli and Doddabelavangala.
- These parks are being developed exclusively on privately owned land through Public-Private Partnership (PPP) mode.
- The initiative is being undertaken by Bengaluru Solid Waste Management Limited.
- Residents can report garbage issues through the Sahay 2.0 platform. A dedicated helpline number and WhatsApp chatbot are available for grievance redressal.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- 2, 3 and 4 only
- 1 and 2 only
- 1, 3 and 4 only
- 1, 2, 3 and 4
- With reference to the “Tulu” language, consider the following statements:
- Tulu belongs to the Dravidian language family.
- It is predominantly spoken in coastal Karnataka and parts of Kerala.
- Tulu is already included in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution.
- Recognition in the Eighth Schedule can promote preservation and development of the language.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- 1, 2 and 4 only
- 1 and 3 only
- 2, 3 and 4 only
- 1, 2, 3 and 4
- With reference to the mVahan app and geo-fencing of Fitness Certificates (FCs), consider the following statements:
- Geo-fencing ensures that Fitness Certificates are issued only from designated Regional Transport Office (RTO) locations.
- The mVahan app uses location-based technology to verify the physical presence of the vehicle at the testing site.
- The system eliminates the need for any physical inspection of vehicles for issuing FCs.
- The initiative aims to curb fraudulent issuance of Fitness Certificates.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- 2, 3 and 4 only
- 1 and 3 only
- 1, 2 and 4 only
- 1, 2, 3 and 4
- With reference to the Swachh Bharat Mission–Urban 2.0, consider the following statements:
- The mission is fully funded by the Central Government.
- Karnataka has received ₹2,245.30 crore under the mission.
- The mission promotes waste as a resource through a circular economy.
- Water+ certification is linked to solid waste management efficiency.
How many of the statements given above is/are correct?
- One only
- Two only
- Three only
- All Four
- With reference to the Rural Smart Village Center Project, consider the following statements:
- The project has been launched by GNA India Private Limited in collaboration with BSNL and Acer India.
- It aims to provide high-speed Wi-Fi 7 connectivity in remote forest regions.
- The project covers tourist destinations in Uttara Kannada such as Yana and Magod Falls.
- One of its objectives is to support digital payments and real-time information access for tourists.
How many of the statements given above is/are NOT correct?
- Two only
- Three only
- All Four
- All are correct
- With reference to the Sharavathi Pumped Storage Hydroelectric Project, consider the following statements:
- It is located on the Sharavathi River in Karnataka and has a total installed capacity of 2000 MW.
- It is the largest pumped storage power generation unit in India.
- The Talakalale dam serves as the lower reservoir, while Gerusoppa dam serves as the upper reservoir.
- It is modeled on the lines of the Kaleshwaram project of Telangana and it is intended to support drinking water supply to Bengaluru.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- 1, 2 and 4 only
- 1 and 3 only
- 2, 3 and 4 only
- 1, 2, 3 and 4
- With reference to Kappatagudda Wildlife Sanctuary, consider the following statements:
- It is located in the Gadag district and often referred to as the “Western Ghats of North Karnataka.”
- It is the only sanctuary in the state declared specifically for the conservation of wild flora.
- It represents a dryland ecosystem which includes scrub jungles, grasslands, and dry deciduous forests.
- It serves as a catchment area for the Tungabhadra River.
How many of the statements given above is/are correct?
- Two only
- Three only
- All Four
- All are not correct
- With reference to the “Karnataka electric bus programme”, consider the following statements:
- It is announced in the Karnataka Budget 2026–27 with allocation of ₹2,000 crore and involves financial support from the World Bank.
- It aims to induct 4,000 e-buses into state-run transport fleets and development of 94 charging depots across the state.
- A total of 32 e-bus depots are planned for BMTC and 62 depots are designated for other state road transport corporations.
- Nearly 1,950 electric buses are specifically intended to improve rural connectivity.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- 1, 2 and 3 only
- 1 and 4 only
- 2, 3 and 4 only
- 1, 2, 3 and 4
- With reference to the Aerospace initiatives announced in the Karnataka Budget 2026, consider the following statements:
- A new Aerospace Common Facility Centre (CFC) is proposed at the KIADB Aerospace Park in Bengaluru with an outlay of ₹30 crore.
- The Flight Training School will be established at Shivamogga and Vijaypura airport.
- It aims to enhance aeronautical manufacturing and training capabilities with 25% of seats reserved for local and women candidates.
Which of the statements given above is/are NOT correct?
- 1 only
- 1 and 3 only
- 2 and 3 only
- None
- With reference to the ELEVATE programme of Karnataka, consider the following statements:
- It is a flagship initiative of the Department of Electronics, IT, Bt, and S&T, GoK.
- It aims to support only mid-stage and large-scale enterprises.
- It is designed to nurture innovative early-stage startups and provides grant-in-aid funding, mentoring, and access to venture capital.
- The share of women-led startups rose from around 17% in 2017 to nearly 43% in 2025.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- 1, 3 and 4 only
- 1 and 2 only
- 2, 3 and 4 only
- 1, 2, 3 and 4
- With reference to, Consider the following statements:
- Recently, the multi-purpose indoor sports complex has laid the foundation at V.C. Farm in Mandya.
- It is sanctioned under the Khelo India Scheme of the Government of India.
- The project aims to strengthen grassroots sports infrastructure and reflects a focus on rural and semi-urban sports development.
- It is exclusively intended for international-level sporting events.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- 1, 2 and 4 only
- 1, 2 and 3 only
- 2, 3 and 4 only
- 1, 2, 3 and 4
- With reference to the Shakuntala Initiative launched by Pixxel, consider the following statements:
- It provides micro-grants to women researchers working in climate resilience and environmental studies.
- It is exclusively funded and implemented by the Government of India.
- It aims to address funding gaps and promote long-term STEM community building.
- It is implemented in collaboration with Escape Velocity Grants.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- 2, 3 and 4 only
- 1 and 2 only
- 1, 3 and 4 only
- 1, 2, 3 and 4
- With reference to the “QpiAI Indus”, consider the following statements:
- It is a 25-qubit superconducting quantum computer
- It is installed at the Quantum Computing Centre of Excellence (QCCE) at IIIT-Dharwad.
- It is based on classical binary computing architecture using bits.
- It represents an advancement in India’s quantum computing capabilities.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- 1, 2 and 4 only
- 1 and 3 only
- 2, 3 and 4 only
- 1, 2, 3 and 4
- The Kris Gopalakrishnan Committee is related to:
- Space technology development
- Ethical use of Artificial Intelligence
- Agricultural reforms
- Banking regulation
- With reference to the Eva Nammava Eva Nammava Bill, 2026, consider the following statements:
- It is officially titled the Karnataka Freedom of Choice in Marriage and Prevention and Prohibition of Crimes in the Name of Honour and Tradition Act, 2026.
- It seeks to regulate marriages by requiring approval from community bodies.
- It aims to prevent honour killings and protect the autonomy of adults in choosing their partners.
- It criminalizes interference by family, caste, or community institutions in marriage decisions.
- Eva Nammava Vedike, a district-level committee to facilitate marriages and provide counselling.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- 1, 3, 4 and 5 only
- 1, 2, 3 and 4 only
- 2, 3, 4 and 5 only
- 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
- With reference to Kalyana Patha, consider the following statements:
- It is a ₹1,000 crore project aimed at rural road development in Kalyana Karnataka region.
- It envisages development of 1,150 km of rural roads.
- The project focuses on improving connectivity in 38 selected assembly constituencies.
How many of the statements given above is/are correct?
- One only
- Two only
- All
- None
- With reference to the “Sakala Scheme”, consider the following statements:
- It is implemented under the Karnataka Guarantee of Services to Citizens Act, 2011.
- It aims to ensure time-bound delivery of government services.
- It provides a unique 15-digit Guaranteed Service Number (GSC) for each application.
- It covers only revenue and transport-related services.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- 1, 2 and 3 only
- 1 and 4 only
- 2, 3 and 4 only
- 1, 2, 3 and 4
- With reference to the Sahitya Akademi Award 2025, consider the following statements:
- Amaresh Nugadoni is the recipient of the award in the Kannada language category for his work titled Dada Seerisu Tande.
- The Sahitya Akademi Award is given annually for outstanding literary works in 24 Indian languages.
How many of the statements given above is/are NOT correct?
- One only
- Two only
- Both
- None
Key Answers
01). C 26). A
02). D 27). D
03). B
04). C
05). B
06). D
07). A
08). B
09). A
10). C
11). A
12). C
13). B
14). D
15). A
16). C
17). D
18). D
19). A
20). B
21). C
22). A
23). B
24). A
25). C
