States PCS: Andhra Pradesh GK For APPSC Examinations
For all Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) exams including Group 1, Group 2, Group 3, Group 4, clerical, technical, and competitive examinations of Andhra Pradesh.
1. Consider the following statements:
- Agraharas are rent-free villages historically granted to Brahmins.
- Brahmadeyas refer to tax-free lands typically given for religious or scholarly purposes.
Which of the above statements is / are correct?
[A] Both 1 and 2 are correct
[B] Only 1 is correct
[C] Only 2 is correct
[D] Both 1 and 2 are not correct
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Correct Answer: A [Both 1 and 2 are correct]
Notes:Agraharas were historically entire villages or lands granted rent-free to Brahmins, primarily in ancient and medieval South India, to promote learning and religion. Brahmadeyas refer to lands donated to Brahmins, recognized as tax-free, which served religious, social, and educational purposes.
- Statement 1 is correct: Agraharas are indeed rent-free villages granted to Brahmins.
- Statement 2 is correct: Brahmadeyas are tax-free lands, typically supporting Vedic learning and religious activities.
Thus, both statements accurately describe these traditional land grants in Indian history.
2. Italian traveler who visited Vijayanagara empire during the reign of Devaraya I (1406-1426) was:
[A] Durate Barbosa
[B] Dominigos Paes
[C] NicoloConti
[D] Abdur Razzack
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Correct Answer: C [NicoloConti]
Notes:
An Italian merchant and explorer, Niccolò de’ Conti traveled through India in the early 15th century during the reign of Devaraya I of Vijayanagara. He gave detailed accounts of South Indian ports, Hindu customs, and the richness of the Vijayanagara Empire, making him one of the earliest Europeans to document the region.
3. Persian ambassador Abdur Razzack visited Vijayanagar empire during the reign of:
[A] Devaraya I
[B] Devaraya II
[C] Achyuta Raya
[D] Bukka-I
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Correct Answer: B [Devaraya II]
Notes:
Persian ambassador Abdur Razzack visited during the reign of Devaraya-II (1426-1446) in 1443 A.D. He described about Vijayanagara in his book “History of Persia”.
4. The Battle of Raichur, considered the greatest battle fought by Sri Krishna Deva Raya, was between the Vijayanagar Empire and which other kingdom?
[A] Golconda Kingdom
[B] The Sultanate of Bijapur
[C] Mughals
[D] Kakatiyas
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Correct Answer: B [The Sultanate of Bijapur]
Notes:
The Battle of Raichur (1520) was fought between the Vijayanagar Empire under Sri Krishna Deva Raya and the Sultanate of Bijapur, led by Ismail Adil Shah.
5. Who among the following Satavahana rulers patronised Sanskrit?
[A] Gautamaiputra Satakarni
[B] Hala
[C] Kuntala Satakarni
[D] Pulomavi
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Correct Answer: C [Kuntala Satakarni ]
Notes:
Kuntala Satakarni Satavahna king patronised Sanskrit, during his reign Sanskrit replaced Prakrit as official language.
6. Which among the following were the first recorded plates of Vishunukundi dynasty?
[A] Chikkulla plates
[B] Velupuru pillar inscription
[C] Ipur plates
[D] None of the them
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Correct Answer: A [Chikkulla plates ]
Notes:
Chikkulla plates are the first recorded plates of Vishunukundi dynasty. It was edited by Dr. Kielhorn.
7. Consider the following statements regarding Palakuri Somanatha:
- He introduced a new trend of employing both Telugu and Sanskrit in his works, based on the language commonly used by people.
- He authored Basava Puranam and Panditharadhya Charitra.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
[A] Only 1 is correct
[B] Only 2 is correct
[C] Both 1 and 2 are correct
[D] Neither 1 nor 2 is correct
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Correct Answer: C [Both 1 and 2 are correct]
Notes:Both statements are correct.
- Palakuri Somanatha pioneered the use of both Telugu and Sanskrit in his literary works, promoting a style that reflected the linguistic diversity of his audience.
- He is renowned for authoring the Basava Puranam—a significant text in Veerashaiva literature—as well as Panditharadhya Charitra, both of which highlight his critical contributions to Telugu literature. His innovative integration of languages and thematic depth make him an influential figure in medieval South Indian literature.
8. Who is the author of Bhogini Dandakam?
[A] Pothana
[B] Srinatha
[C] Nannaya
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [Pothana]
Notes:
Bhogini Dandakam, a renowned Telugu literary work, was authored by Pothana, a celebrated poet from Andhra Pradesh.
9. Who among the following wrote Vijayanti Vilasam?
[A] Saranga Tammaya
[B] Rudrakavi
[C] Nannechoda
[D] Vamanabhatta
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Correct Answer: A [Saranga Tammaya ]
Notes:
Saranga Tammaya wrote Vijayanti Vilasam. He is the first poet in the court of Mohamad Quli Qutub Shah.
10. During Satavahana period lands under the king is known as :
[A] Bhoga
[B] Deyameya
[C] Raja-kam-keyat
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: C [Raja-kam-keyat]
Notes:
- The royal share of agricultural produce was known as Bhoga and Deyameya
- The lands under the king is known as Raja-kam-keyat
