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1. Which of the following metals was not used by Satavahanas to issue coins?
[A] Lead
[B] Tin
[C] Copper
[D] All three metals were used by Satavahanas
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Correct Answer: D [All three metals were used by Satavahanas ]
Notes:
The Satavahanas struck coins in metals like copper, lead and tin. They struck maximum number of lead coins.
2. In which battle did the Rashtrakuta king Amoghavarsha defeat Vijayditya-III and compel him to accept Rashtrakuta suzerainty?
[A] Battle of Attili
[B] Battle of Vengavalli
[C] Battle with Boya Chieftains
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: B [Battle of Vengavalli]
Notes:
Amoghavarsha subdued Vijayditya-III at the Battle of Vengavalli, enforcing Rashtrakuta overlordship in the region.
3. Who was referred to as “Chalukya Rajya mula sthambhya manalu” among the following?
[A] Gonka
[B] Rajaraja Mummadi
[C] Kulottunga-I
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [Gonka]
Notes:
Gonka was honored with the title “Chalukya Rajya mula sthambhya manalu” for his significant role in the Chalukya dynasty’s administration and military achievements.
4. In which of the following years Battle of Talikota or Rakshasi-Tangadi took place?
[A] 1560
[B] 1562
[C] 1565
[D] 1568
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Correct Answer: C [1565]
Notes:
The Battle of Talikota was fought between Vijayanagar Kingdom and Sultanates of Deccan in 1565. The Vijayanagar empire was defeated in the Battle.
5. Who among the following was the author of Yayati Charita ?
[A] Addanki Gangadhram
[B] Kandukuri Rudra deva
[C] Malla Reddi
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: C [Malla Reddi ]
Notes:
Malla Reddi was the author of Yayati Charita and dedicated his work to Amir khan, a noble at the court of Ibrahim.
6. Which among the following inscription is related to Peda Komati Vema Reddi?
[A] Mallavaram inscription
[B] Rekapalli inscription
[C] Guntupalli inscription
[D] Bezwada inscription
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Correct Answer: A [Mallavaram inscription ]
Notes:
Mallavaram inscription is related to Peda Komati Vema Reddi.
7. At which of the following places, first Andhra conference was held?
[A] Vijayawada
[B] Tirupathi
[C] Bapatla
[D] Kakinada
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Correct Answer: C [Bapatla]
Notes:
The first Andhra conference was held at Bapatla on 26th May 1913.
8. In which year Socialist party was established in Andhra?
[A] 1930
[B] 1934
[C] 1935
[D] 1938
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Correct Answer: B [1934]
Notes:
In the year 1934 Socialist party was established in Andhra.
9. How many members are present in Regional council that is formed as a result of Gentlemen Agreement?
[A] 10
[B] 15
[C] 20
[D] 25
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Correct Answer: C [20]
Notes:
20 members were present in Regional council that is formed as a result of Gentlemen Agreement.
10. Rytanga Sangarshana Samiti was formed in Srikakulam agency area . It was the front association of:
[A] CPI
[B] CPM
[C] CPI (M-L)
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: C [CPI (M-L)]
Notes:
Rytanga Sangarshana Samiti was formed in Srikakulam agency area . It was the front association of CPI (M-L): CPI (M-L) (Marxist-Leninist)
