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. To whom did Kumaragiri Reddi delegate the administration of the state?
[A] Prolaya Vema Reddi
[B] Anapotha Reddi
[C] Katya Vema Reddi
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: C [Katya Vema Reddi]
Notes:
Kumaragiri Reddi entrusted state administration to Katya Vema Reddi, an important figure in the Reddi dynasty of Andhra Pradesh.
2. The stairs for Srisailam Mallikarjuna Swami Temple and Ahohibalam Narasimha Swamy Temple was built by:
[A] Prolaya Vema Reddi
[B] Peda Komati Vema reddi
[C] Krishna Devaraya
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [Prolaya Vema Reddi]
Notes:
Prolaya Vema Reddi is the Reddy king who built the stairs for Srisailam Mallikarjuna Swami Temple and Ahohibalam Narasimha Swamy Temple.
3. Who among the among following translated Vemana verses into English?
[A] CP Brown
[B] Munro
[C] Meckenzie
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [CP Brown ]
Notes:
CP Brown translated Vemana verses into English in 1829.
4. The author of Shivaratri Mahatyam:
[A] Srinatha
[B] Nannaya
[C] Pothana
[D] Palakuri Somanatha
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Correct Answer: A [Srinatha ]
Notes:Srinatha was the court poet of Peda Komati Vema Reddi. The writings of Srinatha includes:
- Palanati Charitra
- Shivaratri Mahatyam
- Shrungara Naishdham;
- Shrungara bhushanam
- Kalyanbhyudhyam;
- Ragunathabhyudhyam;
- Kalabhyudhyam
- Salivahana Saptasati
5. Myakadoni inscription is related to:
[A] Srimuka
[B] Yagnasri Satakarni
[C] Gautamiputra Satakarni
[D] Pulomavi
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Correct Answer: D [Pulomavi]
Notes:
Myakadoni inscription is related to Pulomavi. The meaning of the word Gulmika mentioned on Myakadoni inscription is Feudatory chief.
6. Which of the following is not correctly matched with respect to place and famous in that place in 18th century?
[A] Machilipatnam- Chintzes and Palampores
[B] Srikakulam-Silks
[C] Nellore- Romals
[D] Kurnool- colored rugs
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Correct Answer: B [Srikakulam-Silks]
Notes:
- Srikakulam- Muslins
- Machilipatnam- Chintzes and Palampores
- Berhampur- Silks
- Nellore- Romals
- Eluru-Carpets
- Kurnool- colored rugs
7. Which among the following correctly defines Dubashees?
[A] They are foreign traders
[B] They are local merchants
[C] They are the local people who helped collector in explaining local language
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: C [They are the local people who helped collector in explaining local language]
Notes:
Dubashees are the local people who helped collector in explaining local language.
8. What is the name of Volunteer corps raised during No-Tax campaign at Pedanandipadu in Guntur district?
[A] Ramadandu
[B] Shanthisena
[C] Ramasena
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: B [Shanthisena]
Notes:
Shanthisena was the name of Volunteer corps raised during No-Tax campaign at Pedanandipadu in Guntur district to prevent new recruits from joining their posts.
9. 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
10. In which year Kasu Brahmananda Reddi elected as Chief minister of Andhra Pradesh?
[A] 1962
[B] 1963
[C] 1964
[D] 1965
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Correct Answer: C [1964]
Notes:
Kasu Brahmananda Reddi served as Chief minister of Andhra Pradesh from 1964 to 1971.
