KPSC KAS 2025 previous year paper practice · PYQ-pattern set

KPSC KAS 2025 PYQ-pattern questions

Showing 10 of the 113 PYQ-pattern questions in this set — freshly worded in that year's pattern, not the original questions. Answers and solutions open under each question.

1. Q1 · Current Events

   Which international organization recently launched the 'Global Biodiversity Framework Fund' to support nature conservation efforts in developing countries?

   • A. United Nations Environment Programme
   • B. Global Environment Facility
   • C. World Wildlife Fund
   • D. International Union for Conservation of Nature
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   The Global Environment Facility (GEF) launched the Global Biodiversity Framework Fund following the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework adopted at COP15, aimed at mobilizing resources to achieve biodiversity targets by 2030.

2. Q2 · History of Karnataka

   The famous 'Gommateshwara' statue at Shravanabelagola was commissioned by which ruler in the 10th century?

   • A. Chamundaraya, a minister of Ganga dynasty
   • B. Krishnadevaraya of Vijayanagara
   • C. Immadi Narasimha of Hoysala
   • D. Mayurasharma of Kadamba dynasty
   Answer and solution

   Answer: A

   The 57-foot monolithic Gommateshwara (Bahubali) statue at Shravanabelagola was commissioned by Chamundaraya, a minister and commander under the Western Ganga dynasty, around 981 CE. It is one of the most important Jain pilgrimage sites.

3. Q3 · Karnataka Economy and Administration

   Which among the following regional development boards was established by the Karnataka government to address economic disparities in the northern districts of the state?

   • A. Hyderabad-Karnataka Development Board
   • B. Western Ghat Development Board
   • C. Coastal Development Board
   • D. Bangalore Metropolitan Development Board
   Answer and solution

   Answer: A

   The Hyderabad-Karnataka Development Board was established to reduce regional disparities and promote balanced development in the northern districts of Karnataka, which historically lagged behind other regions in socio-economic indicators.

4. Q4 · Logical Reasoning and Analytical Ability

   In a certain code language: 'public service transparent' is coded as 'ma ki ro' 'service delivery efficient' is coded as 'ki pa su' 'transparent governance efficient' is coded as 'ro su da' What is the code for 'governance'?

   • A. ro
   • B. da
   • C. su
   • D. ki
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   From the first two statements, 'service' = 'ki'. From statements 2 and 3, 'efficient' = 'su'. From statements 1 and 3, 'transparent' = 'ro'. Therefore, from the third statement, 'governance' = 'da'.

5. Q5 · English Language

   Choose the word that is most nearly OPPOSITE in meaning to the word 'ADVERSITY'.

   • A. Prosperity
   • B. Calamity
   • C. Misfortune
   • D. Hardship
   Answer and solution

   Answer: A

   Adversity means difficulty or misfortune. Prosperity, meaning success and wealth, is the most nearly opposite in meaning.

6. Q6 · English Language

   Choose the word that is most nearly SIMILAR in meaning to 'METICULOUS'.

   • A. Careless
   • B. Painstaking
   • C. Hasty
   • D. Negligent
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Meticulous means showing great attention to detail or being very careful and precise. Painstaking conveys a similar meaning of careful and thorough effort.

7. Q7 · Current Events of State Importance

   Which of the following statements about recent developments in Karnataka is/are correct? 1. Karnataka has declared Kannada as a classical language. 2. The state has launched a dedicated semiconductor policy to attract chip manufacturing units. Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

   • A. 1 only
   • B. 2 only
   • C. Both 1 and 2
   • D. Neither 1 nor 2
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Kannada was declared a classical language by the Union Cabinet, not the state government. Karnataka has indeed launched a semiconductor policy to attract investments in chip manufacturing, making statement 2 correct.

8. Q8 · Logical Reasoning and Analytical Ability

   Statements: All managers are leaders. Some leaders are visionaries. No visionary is a follower. Conclusions: I. Some managers are visionaries. II. No leader is a follower. Which conclusion(s) logically follow(s) from the statements?

   • A. Only conclusion I follows
   • B. Only conclusion II follows
   • C. Neither conclusion I nor II follows
   • D. Both conclusions I and II follow
   Answer and solution

   Answer: C

   Conclusion I cannot be confirmed because 'some leaders are visionaries' does not guarantee that those leaders are also managers. Conclusion II is invalid because the statements only say 'no visionary is a follower,' not that no leader is a follower. Hence, neither conclusion follows.

9. Q9 · Data Interpretation

   The following table shows the production of five different crops (in thousand tonnes) across four states during 2024-25: State | Rice | Wheat | Maize | Pulses | Cotton A | 120 | 85 | 45 | 30 | 25 B | 95 | 110 | 60 | 42 | 18 C | 140 | 75 | 38 | 28 | 32 D | 105 | 95 | 52 | 36 | 22 Which state has the highest percentage share of wheat production in its total crop production?

   • A. State A
   • B. State B
   • C. State C
   • D. State D
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   State B's wheat production is 110 out of total 325, which equals approximately 33.8%, the highest among all states.

10. Q10 · English Language

    Read the following passage: The rapid urbanization of developing nations presents both opportunities and challenges. While cities offer better employment and educational prospects, they also strain infrastructure and create environmental degradation. Policymakers must balance economic growth with sustainable development to ensure long-term prosperity. What is the primary concern of the passage?

    • A. Economic growth is impossible without urbanization
    • B. The need to balance development with sustainability in urban areas
    • C. Environmental degradation is the biggest problem in cities
    • D. Policymakers should stop urbanization immediately
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    The passage emphasizes balancing economic growth with sustainable development, making option B the correct answer.