1. The economy of Karnataka is primarily —
A) Industrial
B) Agricultural
C) Service-based
D) Mineral-based
Answer: B) Agricultural
Explanation: Karnataka’s economy still depends largely on agriculture, which provides employment to over 55% of the population.
2. Agriculture in Karnataka is largely dependent on —
A) Forests
B) Rainfall
C) Irrigation canals
D) Groundwater
Answer: B) Rainfall
Explanation: Since 65% of the cultivated area in Karnataka is rainfed, the state’s agriculture depends heavily on monsoon rainfall.
3. The total geographical area of Karnataka is about —
A) 1.75 lakh sq km
B) 1.91 lakh sq km
C) 2.05 lakh sq km
D) 2.15 lakh sq km
Answer: B) 1.91 lakh sq km
Explanation: Karnataka covers 1,91,791 sq km, forming 5.8% of India’s total area.
4. The net sown area in Karnataka is approximately —
A) 50%
B) 60%
C) 55%
D) 45%
Answer: D) 45%
Explanation: About 45% of Karnataka’s land area is under cultivation, varying across regions depending on rainfall.
5. Which district has the largest net sown area in Karnataka?
A) Ballari
B) Raichur
C) Belagavi
D) Mandya
Answer: C) Belagavi
Explanation: Belagavi district has the largest net sown area, due to fertile black soils and irrigation from Krishna basin.
6. Which district has the least net sown area?
A) Dakshina Kannada
B) Kodagu
C) Uttara Kannada
D) Shivamogga
Answer: C) Uttara Kannada
Explanation: Uttara Kannada has dense forests and hilly terrain, leaving very little area for cultivation.
7. The percentage of irrigated area in Karnataka is about —
A) 15%
B) 22%
C) 30%
D) 40%
Answer: C) 30%
Explanation: Only about 30% of the net sown area is irrigated, mainly in river valley and canal regions.
8. The largest source of irrigation in Karnataka is —
A) Canals
B) Wells and tube wells
C) Tanks
D) Rivers
Answer: A) Canals
Explanation: Canal irrigation from projects like Tungabhadra, Krishna, and Kaveri accounts for the major share of irrigation.
9. The region with the most extensive irrigation in Karnataka is —
A) Malnad
B) Coastal Karnataka
C) Krishna Basin (Northern Karnataka)
D) Southern Maidan
Answer: C) Krishna Basin (Northern Karnataka)
Explanation: The Krishna and Tungabhadra basins have extensive irrigation networks supporting paddy, sugarcane, and cotton.
10. The “Granary of Karnataka” is —
A) Mandya district
B) Raichur district
C) Belagavi district
D) Mysuru district
Answer: B) Raichur district
Explanation: Raichur is called the Granary of Karnataka for its extensive paddy cultivation in the Tungabhadra command area.
11. Which is the main Rabi crop of Karnataka?
A) Rice
B) Jowar
C) Maize
D) Cotton
Answer: B) Jowar
Explanation: Jowar (sorghum) is the chief Rabi (winter) crop grown mainly in dry northern regions.
12. The main Kharif crop of Karnataka is —
A) Maize
B) Paddy
C) Ragi
D) Cotton
Answer: B) Paddy
Explanation: Paddy (rice) is the main Kharif crop, sown during the monsoon and grown widely in irrigated areas.
13. Which of the following crops is grown in all three seasons (Kharif, Rabi, and Summer)?
A) Paddy
B) Jowar
C) Maize
D) Ragi
Answer: A) Paddy
Explanation: Paddy is cultivated in all three seasons, depending on irrigation and rainfall availability.
14. Which region is famous for dryland farming in Karnataka?
A) Karavali
B) Malnad
C) Bayaluseeme
D) Kodagu
Answer: C) Bayaluseeme
Explanation: The Bayaluseeme (Maidan region) covers about 70% of cultivated land, relying mainly on rainfed dryland farming.
15. The agricultural pattern of Karnataka is influenced by —
A) Industrialization
B) Soil and rainfall
C) Forest policy
D) Coastal trade
Answer: B) Soil and rainfall
Explanation: Soil type and rainfall largely determine crop distribution — black soils for cotton, red soils for ragi, and heavy rainfall for paddy.
16. The major soil group in agricultural lands of Karnataka is —
A) Laterite soil
B) Black cotton soil
C) Red soil
D) Alluvial soil
Answer: C) Red soil
Explanation: Red soils cover the largest agricultural area, supporting ragi, pulses, and groundnut.
17. Which is the dominant cropping pattern in Karnataka?
A) Single cropping
B) Mixed cropping
C) Double cropping
D) Crop rotation
Answer: B) Mixed cropping
Explanation: Due to variable rainfall, mixed cropping (e.g., jowar + pulses) is widely practiced in dry zones.
18. The leading food grain crop of Karnataka is —
A) Rice
B) Jowar
C) Ragi
D) Maize
Answer: A) Rice
Explanation: Rice (paddy) is the leading food grain crop, mainly in Raichur, Mandya, and Mysuru districts.
19. The largest producer of ragi in Karnataka is —
A) Mandya
B) Tumakuru
C) Bengaluru Rural
D) Kolar
Answer: B) Tumakuru
Explanation: Tumakuru district leads in ragi (finger millet) production, followed by Kolar and Chitradurga.
20. The major oilseed crop of Karnataka is —
A) Sunflower
B) Groundnut
C) Castor
D) Coconut
Answer: A) Sunflower
Explanation: Sunflower is Karnataka’s chief oilseed crop, grown mainly in dry and central districts.
21. Which district is the largest producer of sugarcane in Karnataka?
A) Mandya
B) Bagalkot
C) Belagavi
D) Davanagere
Answer: C) Belagavi
Explanation: Belagavi ranks first in sugarcane cultivation, supported by irrigation and sugar industries.
22. Which region is known for coconut cultivation?
A) Coastal Karnataka (Karavali)
B) Northern Plateau
C) Malnad region
D) Southern Bayaluseeme
Answer: A) Coastal Karnataka (Karavali)
Explanation: Karavali and Malnad regions grow coconut extensively, due to high rainfall and humidity.
23. The main plantation crop of Karnataka is —
A) Coffee
B) Tea
C) Cardamom
D) Cocoa
Answer: A) Coffee
Explanation: Coffee is Karnataka’s major plantation crop; the state contributes over 70% of India’s coffee output.
24. The first agricultural university in Karnataka was established at —
A) Bengaluru
B) Dharwad
C) Raichur
D) Shivamogga
Answer: B) Dharwad
Explanation: The University of Agricultural Sciences, Dharwad was established in 1964, later expanded to Bengaluru and Raichur.
25. The state government’s main agricultural research organization is —
A) KSRTC
B) KPTCL
C) UAS
D) KSDA
Answer: D) KSDA
Explanation: The Karnataka State Department of Agriculture (KSDA) oversees research, extension, and farmer welfare programs.
26. The largest area under food grains in Karnataka is occupied by —
A) Paddy
B) Jowar
C) Ragi
D) Maize
Answer: B) Jowar
Explanation: Jowar (sorghum) occupies the largest cultivated area, especially in the northern dry zone of Karnataka.
27. Karnataka ranks ___ in India in terms of jowar production.
A) First
B) Second
C) Third
D) Fourth
Answer: B) Second
Explanation: Karnataka is India’s 2nd largest producer of jowar, next to Maharashtra.
28. The leading jowar-producing districts of Karnataka are —
A) Mandya, Mysuru, and Tumakuru
B) Vijayapura, Kalaburagi, and Ballari
C) Kodagu, Hassan, and Chikkamagaluru
D) Shivamogga, Udupi, and Dakshina Kannada
Answer: B) Vijayapura, Kalaburagi, and Ballari
Explanation: Jowar dominates the semi-arid northern districts due to low rainfall and black cotton soil.
29. The main rice-growing (paddy) districts of Karnataka are —
A) Raichur, Mandya, and Mysuru
B) Tumakuru, Chitradurga, and Kolar
C) Belagavi, Bidar, and Bagalkot
D) Shivamogga, Kodagu, and Dharwad
Answer: A) Raichur, Mandya, and Mysuru
Explanation: Paddy is grown extensively in irrigated regions like Raichur (Tungabhadra), Mandya (Kaveri), and Mysuru.
30. The “Rice Bowl of Karnataka” is —
A) Mysuru
B) Mandya
C) Raichur
D) Davanagere
Answer: C) Raichur
Explanation: Raichur district, irrigated by Tungabhadra canals, is called the Rice Bowl of Karnataka.
31. The largest producer of ragi in Karnataka is —
A) Tumakuru
B) Kolar
C) Chitradurga
D) Bengaluru Rural
Answer: A) Tumakuru
Explanation: Tumakuru district leads in ragi production, followed by Kolar and Chitradurga, mainly under rainfed conditions.
32. The chief maize-growing districts in Karnataka are —
A) Hassan, Davanagere, and Chitradurga
B) Mandya, Kolar, and Tumakuru
C) Shivamogga, Kodagu, and Hassan
D) Ballari, Raichur, and Vijayapura
Answer: A) Hassan, Davanagere, and Chitradurga
Explanation: Karnataka is a leading maize-producing state, with major output from central and southern districts.
33. Karnataka stands ___ in India in maize production.
A) First
B) Second
C) Third
D) Fourth
Answer: B) Second
Explanation: Karnataka ranks second in maize production, next to Madhya Pradesh, due to increased hybrid seed use.
34. The major pulse crop of Karnataka is —
A) Green gram
B) Bengal gram (Chickpea)
C) Red gram (Tur)
D) Cowpea
Answer: C) Red gram (Tur)
Explanation: Red gram (Tur) is the major pulse crop, grown widely in northern and central dry zones.
35. Karnataka ranks ___ in India in pulse production.
A) First
B) Second
C) Third
D) Fifth
Answer: C) Third
Explanation: Karnataka ranks 3rd in India in pulse production, after Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra.
36. The major commercial crop of Karnataka is —
A) Cotton
B) Sugarcane
C) Tobacco
D) Coffee
Answer: B) Sugarcane
Explanation: Sugarcane is the leading commercial crop, grown in irrigated belts of Belagavi, Mandya, and Bagalkot.
37. Which district is known as the “Sugar Bowl of Karnataka”?
A) Mandya
B) Belagavi
C) Bagalkot
D) Bidar
Answer: B) Belagavi
Explanation: Belagavi district, with several sugar factories, is called the Sugar Bowl of Karnataka.
38. The main cotton-growing region in Karnataka is —
A) Malnad
B) Northern Dry Zone
C) Coastal Belt
D) Southern Plateau
Answer: B) Northern Dry Zone
Explanation: Cotton thrives in black soils of Raichur, Dharwad, and Ballari districts.
39. Karnataka ranks ___ in India in cotton production.
A) Second
B) Third
C) Fourth
D) Fifth
Answer: D) Fifth
Explanation: Karnataka ranks 5th in cotton production, after Gujarat, Maharashtra, Telangana, and Madhya Pradesh.
40. The tobacco-growing districts of Karnataka are —
A) Mysuru, Hassan, Chikkamagaluru
B) Belagavi, Bagalkot, Bidar
C) Raichur, Kolar, Chitradurga
D) Mysuru, Hassan, Chamarajanagar
Answer: D) Mysuru, Hassan, Chamarajanagar
Explanation: Southern districts like Mysuru and Hassan produce Virginia tobacco, famous for export quality.
41. The major oilseed crops of Karnataka are —
A) Groundnut, Sunflower, and Castor
B) Coconut, Mustard, and Soybean
C) Cottonseed and Safflower
D) Jatropha and Linseed
Answer: A) Groundnut, Sunflower, and Castor
Explanation: Groundnut and sunflower are major oilseed crops, especially in dryland regions.
42. The leading sunflower-producing districts of Karnataka are —
A) Tumakuru, Chitradurga, Davanagere
B) Belagavi, Bagalkot, Dharwad
C) Hassan, Shivamogga, Mysuru
D) Raichur, Koppal, Bellary
Answer: A) Tumakuru, Chitradurga, Davanagere
Explanation: These central dry zone districts specialize in sunflower cultivation under semi-arid conditions.
43. The major groundnut-producing districts in Karnataka are —
A) Kolar, Tumakuru, Chitradurga
B) Raichur, Ballari, Bidar
C) Mandya, Mysuru, Hassan
D) Bagalkot, Belagavi, Vijayapura
Answer: A) Kolar, Tumakuru, Chitradurga
Explanation: Southern dry districts grow groundnut as a major rainfed oilseed crop.
44. The principal horticultural crop in the coastal region of Karnataka is —
A) Arecanut
B) Banana
C) Mango
D) Coconut
Answer: D) Coconut
Explanation: The coastal belt (Karavali) is known for coconut gardens, favored by humid and sandy soils.
45. The “Arecanut capital” of Karnataka is —
A) Shivamogga
B) Chikkamagaluru
C) Udupi
D) Sagar (Shivamogga)
Answer: D) Sagar (Shivamogga)
Explanation: The Malnad region, especially Sagar and Tirthahalli, is famous for arecanut plantations.
46. The leading coffee-producing districts of Karnataka are —
A) Kodagu, Chikkamagaluru, Hassan
B) Shivamogga, Udupi, Mysuru
C) Dharwad, Belagavi, Ballari
D) Tumakuru, Kolar, Mandya
Answer: A) Kodagu, Chikkamagaluru, Hassan
Explanation: Kodagu, Chikkamagaluru, and Hassan account for over 90% of Karnataka’s coffee production.
47. Karnataka contributes about ___ of India’s total coffee production.
A) 40%
B) 50%
C) 70%
D) 80%
Answer: C) 70%
Explanation: Karnataka produces nearly 70% of India’s coffee, both Arabica and Robusta varieties.
48. The main spice crops grown in Karnataka are —
A) Pepper, Cardamom, Ginger
B) Turmeric, Cumin, Fennel
C) Clove, Nutmeg, Vanilla
D) All of these
Answer: A) Pepper, Cardamom, Ginger
Explanation: Malnad and Kodagu regions are famous for black pepper, cardamom, and ginger under shaded plantations.
49. The largest banana-producing district in Karnataka is —
A) Davanagere
B) Kolar
C) Belagavi
D) Raichur
Answer: A) Davanagere
Explanation: Davanagere district leads in banana cultivation, supported by Tungabhadra irrigation.
50. The leading fruit crops cultivated in Karnataka are —
A) Mango, Banana, Sapota, and Citrus
B) Guava, Apple, Pear, and Peach
C) Melon, Grapes, and Strawberries
D) Only Mango
Answer: A) Mango, Banana, Sapota, and Citrus
Explanation: Karnataka has diverse horticulture — Mango (Kolar), Banana (Davanagere), Sapota (Belagavi), and Citrus (Bijapur) are key fruit crops.
51. The percentage of irrigated area in Karnataka’s total cultivated land is about —
A) 20%
B) 30%
C) 40%
D) 50%
Answer: B) 30%
Explanation: Only 30% of cultivated area is under irrigation, making Karnataka a predominantly rainfed agricultural state.
52. The largest source of irrigation in Karnataka is —
A) Wells
B) Canals
C) Tanks
D) Tube wells
Answer: B) Canals
Explanation: Canal irrigation, mainly from Tungabhadra, Krishna, and Kaveri projects, covers over 40% of irrigated land.
53. The second largest source of irrigation in Karnataka is —
A) Tanks
B) Borewells
C) Rivers
D) Wells
Answer: B) Borewells
Explanation: Groundwater (borewell) irrigation is rapidly expanding, especially in dry zones like Tumakuru, Chitradurga, and Kolar.
54. The region with the highest irrigated area in Karnataka is —
A) Northern Karnataka (Krishna Basin)
B) Coastal Karnataka
C) Malnad region
D) Southern Maidan
Answer: A) Northern Karnataka (Krishna Basin)
Explanation: The Krishna and Tungabhadra basins have maximum irrigation from canals and reservoirs.
55. The smallest area under irrigation is found in —
A) Bayaluseeme
B) Malnad
C) Coastal Karnataka
D) Northern Plateau
Answer: B) Malnad
Explanation: Due to steep terrain and heavy rainfall, Malnad has very little irrigation, relying mainly on rainfall.
56. The main canal irrigation project in northern Karnataka is —
A) Upper Krishna Project
B) Upper Bhadra Project
C) Hemavathi Project
D) Kabini Project
Answer: A) Upper Krishna Project
Explanation: The Upper Krishna Project (Almatti & Narayanpur Dams) is the largest irrigation project in Karnataka.
57. The KRS (Krishna Raja Sagara) Dam irrigates mainly —
A) North Karnataka
B) Malnad region
C) Mandya and Mysuru districts
D) Kolar and Chikkaballapur
Answer: C) Mandya and Mysuru districts
Explanation: The KRS Dam on the Kaveri River supplies irrigation water to the Mandya–Mysuru region.
58. The Tungabhadra Dam irrigates mainly —
A) Coastal Karnataka
B) Raichur and Ballari
C) Kolar and Tumakuru
D) Shivamogga and Hassan
Answer: B) Raichur and Ballari
Explanation: The Tungabhadra Project provides irrigation to Raichur, Koppal, and Ballari districts.
59. The Upper Bhadra Project is designed to irrigate —
A) Coastal areas
B) Malnad coffee estates
C) Central Karnataka (Chitradurga & Tumakuru)
D) Kodagu region
Answer: C) Central Karnataka (Chitradurga & Tumakuru)
Explanation: Upper Bhadra Project lifts water from Bhadra and Tunga rivers to irrigate central dry zones.
60. The Kabini project mainly benefits —
A) Belagavi district
B) Raichur plains
C) Mysuru and Chamarajanagar
D) Bengaluru and Tumakuru
Answer: C) Mysuru and Chamarajanagar
Explanation: The Kabini Reservoir in Mysuru district irrigates paddy fields and supports drinking water needs.
61. How many main cropping seasons are recognized in Karnataka?
A) Two
B) Three
C) Four
D) Five
Answer: B) Three
Explanation: Karnataka has three cropping seasons —
- Kharif (June–Oct),
- Rabi (Nov–Feb),
- Summer (Mar–May).
62. The Kharif season in Karnataka depends on —
A) Winter rainfall
B) Southwest monsoon
C) Irrigation water
D) Cyclonic rainfall
Answer: B) Southwest monsoon
Explanation: The Kharif crops (paddy, maize, groundnut) are sown with the arrival of SW monsoon.
63. The Rabi crops in Karnataka are sown during —
A) March–May
B) June–September
C) October–December
D) January–February
Answer: C) October–December
Explanation: Rabi crops like jowar, pulses, and wheat are sown in winter (post-monsoon).
64. The summer crops in Karnataka mainly depend on —
A) Residual soil moisture and irrigation
B) Rainfall
C) Dewfall
D) Groundwater recharge
Answer: A) Residual soil moisture and irrigation
Explanation: Summer crops such as vegetables and paddy depend on irrigation and residual moisture.
65. The major Kharif crops of Karnataka are —
A) Paddy, Maize, Groundnut
B) Wheat, Ragi, Jowar
C) Mustard, Bengal gram, Barley
D) Sunflower, Safflower, Sesame
Answer: A) Paddy, Maize, Groundnut
Explanation: These are the main monsoon (Kharif) crops sown in June–July and harvested in October–November.
66. The major Rabi crops of Karnataka are —
A) Jowar, Bengal gram, Wheat
B) Paddy, Sugarcane, Cotton
C) Maize, Turmeric, Ginger
D) Tea, Coffee, Cardamom
Answer: A) Jowar, Bengal gram, Wheat
Explanation: Jowar and pulses dominate Rabi season in northern and central Karnataka.
67. The summer crops mainly include —
A) Paddy, Vegetables, and Maize
B) Cotton, Wheat, and Ragi
C) Sugarcane, Cardamom, and Coffee
D) Jowar, Sunflower, and Sesame
Answer: A) Paddy, Vegetables, and Maize
Explanation: Short-duration crops are grown in irrigated tracts during March–May.
68. The “Krishi Bhagya” scheme in Karnataka primarily aims to —
A) Provide fertilizers
B) Promote rainwater harvesting for dryland farmers
C) Supply free seeds
D) Support irrigation canals
Answer: B) Promote rainwater harvesting for dryland farmers
Explanation: The Krishi Bhagya scheme helps dryland farmers build farm ponds and water storage structures.
69. The “Suvarna Krishi Grama” program focuses on —
A) Farm mechanization
B) Modernizing rural agriculture
C) Farmer insurance
D) Organic certification
Answer: B) Modernizing rural agriculture
Explanation: Suvarna Krishi Grama Yojana promotes modern practices, drip irrigation, and improved seeds in select villages.
70. The “Bhoo Chetana” program was launched to —
A) Increase soil fertility
B) Build canals
C) Reduce pesticide use
D) Promote urban farming
Answer: A) Increase soil fertility
Explanation: Bhoo Chetana, started in 2009, aims to improve soil health and crop productivity through micronutrient management.
71. The “Raitha Siri” scheme encourages —
A) Organic farming and millets
B) Cotton and sugarcane
C) Tobacco cultivation
D) Coffee exports
Answer: A) Organic farming and millets
Explanation: The Raitha Siri Scheme promotes organic and millet cultivation in rainfed areas of Karnataka.
72. The “Krishi Yantradhara” scheme provides —
A) Farm machinery on rental basis
B) Free fertilizers
C) Water pumps
D) Irrigation canals
Answer: A) Farm machinery on rental basis
Explanation: Krishi Yantradhara enables farmers to rent tractors and equipment from custom hiring centers.
73. The “Raitha Samparka Kendra” program serves to —
A) Sell farm produce
B) Provide market price updates
C) Disseminate agricultural information
D) Export crops
Answer: C) Disseminate agricultural information
Explanation: Raitha Samparka Kendras (RSKs) act as information and service centers for farmers at the taluk level.
74. The “PM-KISAN” scheme provides —
A) Subsidy for irrigation
B) Soil health cards
C) Direct income support to farmers
D) Seed certification
Answer: C) Direct income support to farmers
Explanation: Under PM-KISAN, each eligible farmer gets ₹6,000 per year directly credited to their bank account.
75. The main objective of the “Krishi Aranya Protsaha Yojane” is —
A) Forest-based farming
B) Plantation crops in forests
C) Tree-based farming on farmlands
D) Coastal mangrove protection
Answer: C) Tree-based farming on farmlands
Explanation: Krishi Aranya Protsaha Yojane promotes agroforestry, encouraging farmers to grow trees along with crops.
76. The main problem of agriculture in Karnataka is —
A) Lack of land
B) Irregular rainfall and droughts
C) Lack of fertilizers
D) Floods
Answer: B) Irregular rainfall and droughts
Explanation: Karnataka’s agriculture is rain-dependent, and frequent droughts due to monsoon failure affect crop yields.
77. The percentage of rainfed area in Karnataka’s total cropped area is about —
A) 30%
B) 45%
C) 65%
D) 80%
Answer: C) 65%
Explanation: Nearly two-thirds of Karnataka’s agricultural land is rainfed, making it vulnerable to drought.
78. The most drought-prone districts in Karnataka are —
A) Kodagu and Dakshina Kannada
B) Ballari, Raichur, Chitradurga, Koppal
C) Mysuru and Mandya
D) Hassan and Shivamogga
Answer: B) Ballari, Raichur, Chitradurga, Koppal
Explanation: These northern and central dry zone districts face frequent droughts due to low and erratic rainfall.
79. The major constraint for increasing agricultural productivity in Karnataka is —
A) Soil erosion
B) Lack of irrigation and modern technology
C) High labor cost
D) Overuse of fertilizers
Answer: B) Lack of irrigation and modern technology
Explanation: Limited irrigation facilities and slow adoption of technology reduce productivity in most dryland areas.
80. The soil erosion in Karnataka is mainly caused by —
A) Heavy rainfall in Malnad region
B) Deforestation and overgrazing
C) Overuse of fertilizers
D) Excess irrigation
Answer: B) Deforestation and overgrazing
Explanation: Deforestation and grazing in hilly areas cause soil erosion, especially in Malnad and Western Ghats.
81. The major type of soil erosion found in the northern dry zone is —
A) Sheet erosion
B) Gully erosion
C) Wind erosion
D) Landslides
Answer: C) Wind erosion
Explanation: Wind erosion occurs in semi-arid northern Karnataka, where vegetation is sparse and soil is loose.
82. Waterlogging and salinity are mainly seen in —
A) Tungabhadra irrigation areas
B) Coastal sandy soils
C) Kodagu coffee estates
D) Malnad hills
Answer: A) Tungabhadra irrigation areas
Explanation: Improper canal drainage in Tungabhadra command areas leads to waterlogging and salinity.
83. The “Suvarna Krishi Grama” program mainly addresses —
A) Organic farming
B) Drought mitigation
C) Integrated rural agricultural development
D) Export of crops
Answer: C) Integrated rural agricultural development
Explanation: This scheme promotes modern, sustainable agriculture in selected model villages.
84. The major rainfed crops grown under dryland farming are —
A) Jowar, Ragi, Groundnut, Pulses
B) Rice, Sugarcane, Banana
C) Coconut, Arecanut, Pepper
D) Coffee, Cardamom, Tea
Answer: A) Jowar, Ragi, Groundnut, Pulses
Explanation: These crops tolerate low rainfall, suiting dryland farming in most of Karnataka.
85. The government’s “Bhoomi” project deals with —
A) Land record digitization
B) Crop insurance
C) Irrigation canals
D) Fertilizer subsidies
Answer: A) Land record digitization
Explanation: Bhoomi Project digitizes land ownership and crop data, ensuring transparency in agricultural services.
86. The average annual rainfall of Karnataka is about —
A) 800 mm
B) 1240 mm
C) 1500 mm
D) 2000 mm
Answer: B) 1240 mm
Explanation: Karnataka receives an average annual rainfall of 1240 mm, unevenly distributed across the state.
87. The agency responsible for drought monitoring in Karnataka is —
A) IMD
B) KSPCB
C) KSNDMC
D) UAS Dharwad
Answer: C) KSNDMC
Explanation: The Karnataka State Natural Disaster Monitoring Centre (KSNDMC) monitors rainfall, drought, and flood conditions.
88. Which region of Karnataka is least affected by droughts?
A) Malnad
B) Northern Maidan
C) Southern Dry Zone
D) Central Maidan
Answer: A) Malnad
Explanation: The Malnad region, with heavy monsoon rains, rarely faces drought.
89. Drought management in Karnataka mainly focuses on —
A) Canal construction
B) Watershed development and tank rejuvenation
C) Forest plantation
D) Road construction
Answer: B) Watershed development and tank rejuvenation
Explanation: Watershed-based management helps conserve rainwater and reduce drought impact.
90. The “Jaladhare” project in Karnataka aims to —
A) Provide irrigation to dry areas
B) Supply safe drinking water to villages
C) Recharge groundwater
D) Build check dams
Answer: B) Supply safe drinking water to villages
Explanation: Jaladhare focuses on rural drinking water supply and water security in drought-prone districts.
91. The main soil conservation program implemented in Karnataka is —
A) Bhoo Chetana
B) Raitha Siri
C) Krishi Bhagya
D) Jaladhare
Answer: A) Bhoo Chetana
Explanation: Bhoo Chetana, launched in 2009, improves soil fertility and micronutrient management for higher productivity.
92. The Soil Health Card Scheme provides —
A) Crop insurance
B) Fertilizer subsidy
C) Soil nutrient analysis and recommendations
D) Free farm machinery
Answer: C) Soil nutrient analysis and recommendations
Explanation: The Soil Health Card Scheme gives farmers scientific data on their soil’s pH, nutrients, and fertilizers required.
93. The most common soil fertility issue in Karnataka’s drylands is —
A) Excess phosphorus
B) Deficiency of micronutrients (zinc, boron)
C) High organic matter
D) Water stagnation
Answer: B) Deficiency of micronutrients (zinc, boron)
Explanation: Dryland soils often lack micronutrients, limiting crop growth and yield.
94. The soil conservation technique used in hilly regions of Karnataka is —
A) Contour bunding and terracing
B) Borewell recharge
C) Strip cropping
D) Crop rotation
Answer: A) Contour bunding and terracing
Explanation: Contour bunding prevents soil erosion and improves rainwater retention on hill slopes.
95. Karnataka’s first organic farming policy was introduced in —
A) 2003
B) 2005
C) 2010
D) 2012
Answer: C) 2010
Explanation: Karnataka became the first Indian state to introduce a Comprehensive Organic Farming Policy in 2010.
96. The “Savayava Bhagya Yojane” promotes —
A) Hybrid seed cultivation
B) Organic farming
C) Cash crops
D) Farm mechanization
Answer: B) Organic farming
Explanation: Savayava Bhagya Yojane supports organic farming clusters, providing compost pits and certification support.
97. The “Raitha Shakti” scheme provides —
A) Subsidy on fuel for tractors
B) Power tariff concession for farmers
C) Discount on fertilizers
D) Loan for borewells
Answer: A) Subsidy on fuel for tractors
Explanation: Raitha Shakti Yojana offers fuel subsidies to reduce cultivation costs for farmers.
98. The “Millet Mission” in Karnataka focuses on —
A) Export of rice
B) Promoting minor millets
C) Industrial processing
D) Dairy development
Answer: B) Promoting minor millets
Explanation: The Karnataka Millet Mission promotes ragi, foxtail, and little millet cultivation for nutrition and climate resilience.
99. The “Raitha Vidya Nidhi” scheme provides —
A) Free seeds
B) Scholarships to farmers’ children
C) Insurance for livestock
D) Soil testing support
Answer: B) Scholarships to farmers’ children
Explanation: Raitha Vidya Nidhi offers education scholarships to the children of farmers to promote rural education.
100. The recent “Karnataka Ganga Kalyana Scheme” provides —
A) Farm loan waivers
B) Borewell irrigation for farmers
C) Subsidy on fertilizers
D) Watershed grants
Answer: B) Borewell irrigation for farmers
Explanation: Ganga Kalyana Yojana provides borewell and pump-set assistance to small and marginal farmers, especially from backward classes.