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15 questions picked from past SDA papers. Every question has the correct answer and a short explanation. Each page is printed in Kannada, followed by the same questions in English.
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SDA previous year questions with answers
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What is the term of office of a Gram Panchayat President?
From: BWSSB Group C 2019
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Answer: B. 30 months
In Karnataka, the Gram Panchayat Adhyaksha (President/Sarpanch) has a term of office of 30 months (2.5 years), which is half the five-year term of the Gram Panchayat itself. This rotation system ensures that different members get the opportunity to serve as President during a single term of the Gram Panchayat. Note: The Gram Panchayat itself has a 5-year term.
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Karnataka extends from north to south approximately ________ km and from east to west approximately ________ km.
From: KEA Group C 2023
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Answer: A. 750 and 400
Karnataka extends approximately 750 km from north to south and approximately 400 km from east to west. The state is situated on the western edge of the Deccan Plateau and is bordered by the Arabian Sea to the west. Karnataka lies between 11°31'N and 18°45'N latitudes and 74°12'E and 78°40'E longitudes.
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Which place in Karnataka is called the 'Birthplace of Coffee' in India?
From: SDA 2019
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Answer: A. Chikkamagaluru
Chikkamagaluru is known as the 'Birthplace of Coffee' in India. According to legend, Baba Budan, a Sufi saint, brought seven coffee beans from Yemen and planted them in the hills of Chikkamagaluru (Baba Budan hills) in the 17th century.
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Which Article of the Indian Constitution describes the procedure for amendment of the Constitution?
From: SDA 2021
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Answer: D. Article 368
Article 368 of the Indian Constitution deals with the power of Parliament to amend the Constitution and the procedure thereof. It falls under Part XX of the Constitution titled 'Amendment of the Constitution'.
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What is the main component of haemoglobin?
From: SDA 2023
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Answer: A. Iron
Iron (Fe) is the main component of haemoglobin. The iron atom at the centre of the haem group in haemoglobin binds oxygen, enabling red blood cells to transport oxygen throughout the body. Iron deficiency leads to anaemia.
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From the list below, which Chief Minister of Karnataka was in power for the longest period?
From: BWSSB Group C 2019
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Answer: A. Sri D. Devaraj Urs
D. Devaraj Urs served as Chief Minister of Karnataka for approximately 7 years across two terms (1972-1977 and 1978-1980), the longest among the given options. He is known for his land reforms, social justice policies, and empowerment of backward classes. Ramakrishna Hegde served ~4 years (1983-88), while Bangarappa served only about 1.5 years (1990-92).
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If October 2, 2007 was a Tuesday, what day would January 12, 2012 be?
From: KEA Group C 2023
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Answer: D. Thursday
From Oct 2, 2007 to Jan 12, 2012: Oct 2, 2007 → Oct 2, 2008 = 366 days (2008 is leap year), Oct 2, 2008 → Oct 2, 2009 = 365, Oct 2, 2009 → Oct 2, 2010 = 365, Oct 2, 2010 → Oct 2, 2011 = 365, Oct 2, 2011 → Jan 12, 2012 = 29 + 30 + 31 + 12 = 102 days. Total = 366 + 365 + 365 + 365 + 102 = 1563 days. 1563 ÷ 7 = 223 weeks + 2 extra days. Tuesday + 2 = Thursday.
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How many permanent members are there in the UN Security Council?
From: SDA 2019
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Answer: C. 5
The UN Security Council has 5 permanent members (P5): USA, UK, France, Russia, and China. Each has veto power. There are also 10 non-permanent members elected for 2-year terms.
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What does PPPP stand for?
From: SDA 2021
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Answer: D. Public Private People Partnership
PPPP stands for Public-Private-People Partnership (the "4P" model). It extends the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) framework by explicitly adding the community/people as a stakeholder, ensuring that infrastructure and public-service projects are designed with, and accountable to, the people they serve.
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Sohan ranks 7th from the top and 26th from the bottom in a class. How many students are there in the class?
From: SDA 2023
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Answer: B. 32
Total students = Rank from top + Rank from bottom - 1 = 7 + 26 - 1 = 32 students.
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Which of the following was declared as Karnataka's 30th district in 2010?
From: BWSSB Group C 2019
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Answer: C. Yadgir
Yadgir was declared as Karnataka's 30th district in 2010. It was carved out of Gulbarga (Kalaburagi) district. Yadgir is part of the Kalyana Karnataka region (formerly Hyderabad-Karnataka). Before Yadgir, Karnataka had 29 districts after Ramanagara was carved from Bangalore Rural in 2007 as the 29th district. Karnataka now has 31 districts after Vijayanagara was added in 2020.
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Most of the oxygen on Earth is produced by ______.
From: KEA Group C 2023
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Answer: C. Algae
Algae (phytoplankton) produce the majority of Earth's oxygen — estimated at 50-80% of the total oxygen in the atmosphere. Marine phytoplankton, including various species of algae, carry out photosynthesis in the world's oceans. While trees and other land plants also contribute to oxygen production, their contribution is smaller compared to oceanic algae.
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Members of Parliament are allowed to ask questions during 'Zero Hour' after ______ period.
From: SDA 2019
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Answer: A. Question Hour
Zero Hour in Parliament begins immediately after the Question Hour (at 12 noon). During this time, members can raise matters of urgent public importance without prior notice. It is an Indian parliamentary innovation not found in the rules of procedure.
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Which of the following radiations is used for the treatment of cancer?
From: SDA 2021
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Answer: B. Gamma
Gamma rays are used in the treatment of cancer (radiation therapy). Cobalt-60 is the commonly used source of gamma radiation. Gamma rays can penetrate deep into tissues and destroy cancer cells.
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Find the missing number in the following series: 1, 4, 2, 8, 6, 24, 22, 88, ?
From: SDA 2023
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Answer: A. 86
The pattern alternates between two operations: multiply by 4, then subtract 2. Starting with 1: 1×4=4, 4-2=2, 2×4=8, 8-2=6, 6×4=24, 24-2=22, 22×4=88, 88-2=86. So the answer is 86.
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- BWSSB Group C 2019
- KEA Group C 2023
- SDA 2019
- SDA 2021
- SDA 2023
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