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Key Facts: Karnataka VAO Exam

200 marks

Combined Written-Paper Marks

Karnataka Direct Recruitment Rules 2021, Rule 6(2)(b)

2 papers

Compulsory Written Papers

Karnataka Direct Recruitment Rules 2021, Rule 6(2)(b)

1/4

Fraction of Allocated Question Marks Deducted for a Wrong Answer

Karnataka Direct Recruitment Rules 2021, Rule 6(2)(b)

35 / 35 / 30 marks

Paper 2 Kannada, English and Computer Knowledge

Karnataka Direct Recruitment Rules 2021, Rule 6(2)(b)

50/150 Marks

Minimum qualifying score in the Kannada Language test

Qualifying Criteria

The Karnataka VAO written examination carries 200 marks across two compulsory papers. A separate 150-mark Kannada test requires 50 marks unless an exemption is accepted. Confirm the question count, timing, and recruitment fee in the active KEA notice.

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1Which is the highest peak in Karnataka, India?
A.Pushpagiri
B.Kudremukh
C.Mullayanagiri
D.Nandi Hills
Explanation: Mullayanagiri, located in the Chikmagalur district, is the highest peak in Karnataka with an elevation of 1,930 meters (6,330 feet). It is part of the Chandra Drona Hill Ranges of the Western Ghats.
2Who was the first Chief Minister of Mysore State (now Karnataka) after India gained independence?
A.S. Nijalingappa
B.Kengal Hanumanthaiah
C.K. Chengalaraya Reddy
D.D. Devaraj Urs
Explanation: K. Chengalaraya Reddy served as the first Chief Minister of Mysore State from October 25, 1947, to March 30, 1952, following India's independence.
3Among these rivers that flow through Karnataka, which has the greatest total source-to-mouth length?
A.Krishna
B.Sharavati
C.Kaveri
D.Tungabhadra
Explanation: The Krishna is about 1,400 km long in total and flows through Karnataka. The comparison concerns the whole river, rather than only its course within Karnataka.
4In which year was the state of Mysore officially renamed as Karnataka?
A.1980
B.1971
C.1973
D.1956
Explanation: The state of Mysore was created during the reorganization of states in 1956, but it was renamed as 'Karnataka' on November 1, 1973, under the chief ministership of D. Devaraj Urs.
5Which of the following is the official State Animal of Karnataka?
A.Bengal Tiger
B.Gaur
C.Indian Elephant
D.Blackbuck
Explanation: The Indian Elephant (Elephas maximus indicus) is the official state animal of Karnataka. Karnataka holds one of the largest elephant populations in India.
6Which Article of the Constitution of India provides special provisions for the development of the Kalyana-Karnataka (formerly Hyderabad-Karnataka) region?
A.Article 371A
B.Article 371J
C.Article 371H
D.Article 371G
Explanation: Article 371J, inserted by the Constitution (Ninety-eighth Amendment) Act, 2012, provides special arrangements for the former Hyderabad-Karnataka region, now called Kalyana-Karnataka. The region originally comprised Bidar, Kalaburagi, Yadgir, Raichur, Koppal, and Ballari; Vijayanagara district was later formed from Ballari.
7How many elected Panchayat tiers does Karnataka have under the Karnataka Gram Swaraj and Panchayat Raj Act, 1993?
A.Single-tier system
B.Two-tier system
C.Three-tier system
D.Four-tier system
Explanation: Karnataka has Gram Panchayats at village level, Taluk Panchayats at intermediate level, and Zilla Panchayats at district level: three elected Panchayat tiers.
8As of 2026, what is the total number of districts in the state of Karnataka?
A.30 districts
B.28 districts
C.31 districts
D.32 districts
Explanation: Karnataka has 31 districts, including Vijayanagara, whose headquarters is Hosapete. Vijayanagara was separated from Ballari.
9Which of the following birds is recognized as the official State Bird of Karnataka?
A.Great Indian Bustard
B.Indian Roller
C.Emerald Dove
D.House Sparrow
Explanation: The Indian Roller (Coracias benghalensis), locally known as 'Neelakanta', is the official state bird of Karnataka. It is celebrated for its bright blue plumage.
10Which tree species is designated as the official State Tree of Karnataka?
A.Neem
B.Sandalwood
C.Banyan
D.Peepal
Explanation: The Sandalwood tree (Santalum album), locally known as 'Srigandha', is the official state tree of Karnataka. Karnataka is globally famous for its sandalwood reserves and oils.

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