States PCS: Andhra Pradesh GK For APPSC Examinations
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1. Which Vijayanagar ruler led an expedition against Sri Lanka?
[A] Virupaksha
[B] Hari Hara II
[C] Immadi Devaraya
[D] Krishna Devaraya
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Correct Answer: A [Virupaksha]
Notes:
Virupaksha led expeditions against Sri Lanka to assert Vijayanagara influence during his reign.
2. At which of the following sessions of Andhra Mahasabha, the subject of Home rule came up for discussion?
[A] First
[B] Second
[C] Third
[D] Fifth
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Correct Answer: D [Fifth]
Notes:
At Fifth session of Andhra Mahasabha which was held in 1917 at Kakinada under the presidentship of Konda Venkatappiah the subject of Home rule came up for discussion.
3. In which year BN Sarma passed a resolution in imperial legislative council for the rearrangement of provincial areas on language basis?
[A] 1917
[B] 1918
[C] 1920
[D] 1922
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Correct Answer: B [1918]
Notes:
On 6th Feb 1918, BN Sarma passed a resolution in imperial legislative council for the rearrangement of provincial areas on language basis.
4. Kannuganti Hanumanthu is notably associated with which of the following movements in Andhra Pradesh?
[A] Forest Satyagraha of Palnadu
[B] Chirala-Perala Satyagraha
[C] No-tax campaign at Pedanandipadu
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [Forest Satyagraha of Palnadu]
Notes:
Kannuganti Hanumanthu led the Forest Satyagraha of Palnadu against British exploitation of forest rights in Andhra Pradesh.
5. How many number of seats won by Justice party during 1923 provincial elections?
[A] 44
[B] 50
[C] 55
[D] 63
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Correct Answer: A [44]
Notes:
In 1923 provincial elections Justice party won 44 out of 98 elected seats.
Earlier in 1920 elections it won 63 seats
6. After 1946 elections who among the following formed ministry in Madras presidency?
[A] C. Rajagopalachari
[B] T. Prakasam
[C] O.P Ramaswami Reddiar
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: B [T. Prakasam]
Notes:
After 1946 elections Prakasm formed ministry in Madras presidency. But his leadership was toppled in 1947 and O.P Ramaswami Reddiar was elected as the leader of congress party in the assembly and formed the ministry
7. According to the 2011 Census, what is the population density of the state of Andhra Pradesh, which had an approximate population of 49.6 million?
[A] 200/km²
[B] 304/km²
[C] 400/km²
[D] 500/km²
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Correct Answer: B [304/km²]
Notes:
The 2011 Census recorded the population density of Andhra Pradesh as 304/km², based on a total population of approximately 49.6 million. Population density is a measure of the average number of people living per square kilometer.
8. What is the rank of the Godavari Bridge among India’s longest road-cum-rail bridges?
[A] First
[B] Second
[C] Third
[D] Fourth
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Correct Answer: D [Fourth]
Notes:
The Godavari Bridge, spanning the Godavari River in Rajahmundry, is India’s fourth longest road-cum-rail bridge, measuring 4.1 kilometers in length, with a portion dedicated to both rail and road traffic, enhancing connectivity in Andhra Pradesh.
9. Who is recognized as the first Telugu poet and grammarian?
[A] Tikkana
[B] Potana
[C] Nannayya
[D] Allasani Peddana
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Correct Answer: C [Nannayya]
Notes:
Nannayya is credited as the earliest Telugu poet and grammarian, known for starting the translation of Mahabharata into Telugu.
10. Who is the Kuchipudi dancer from Andhra Pradesh known for choreographing the ballet ‘Kakatiyam’ and receiving the Padma Shri award in 2022?
[A] Gaddam Padmaja Reddy
[B] Vempati Chinna Satyam
[C] Swapna Sundari
[D] Raja Reddy
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Correct Answer: A [Gaddam Padmaja Reddy]
Notes:
Gaddam Padmaja Reddy, born in Andhra Pradesh, choreographed ‘Kakatiyam’ and was awarded the Padma Shri in 2022.
