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. Who was the author of the Sanskrit work “Jambavati Kalyanam”?
[A] Allasani Peddana
[B] Sri Krishna Deva Raya
[C] Bukka I
[D] Nandi Timmana
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Correct Answer: B [Sri Krishna Deva Raya]
Notes:
Sri Krishna Deva Raya, the Vijayanagara emperor, authored “Jambavati Kalyanam” in Sanskrit, showcasing his literary talents alongside his rulership.
3. 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.
4. Krishna District conference in 1892 was organised by:
[A] P. Anandacharyulu
[B] Ramaswamy Gupta
[C] Veeresalingam
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: B [Ramaswamy Gupta]
Notes:
In the year 1892 Ramaswamy Gupta Organised Krishna District conference at Guntur.
Second conference took place at Machilipatnam in 1893.
5. In the Partition committee formed by Madras government, Andhra was represented by:
[A] Prakasam
[B] Gopala Reddi
[C] Sanjiva Reddy
[D] All of them
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Correct Answer: D [All of them]
Notes:In the Partition committee formed by Madras government, Andhra was represented by:
- Prakasam
- Gopala Reddi
- Kala Venkata Rao
- Sanjiva Reddy
Non Telugu areas were represented by
- Bhaktavatsalam
- T.T Krishnamachari
- Madhava Menon
6. Who among the following was appointed as special officer to report on financial and administrative implications of the formation of Andhra?
[A] Justice LS Misra
[B] Justice Kailas Nath Wanchoo
[C] Justice Ranganatham
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: B [Justice Kailas Nath Wanchoo]
Notes:
Chief Justice of Rajasthan High court Kailas Nath Wanchoo was appointed as special officer to report on financial and administrative implications of the formation of Andhra.
7. APSRTC was formed in the year;
[A] 1950
[B] 1955
[C] 1958
[D] 1960
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Correct Answer: C [1958]
Notes:
APSRTC was formed on 11th Jan 1958 as per RTC act-1950
8. As per AP reorganisation act, which of the following dates is known as appointed day?
[A] March 2nd 2014
[B] June 2nd 2013
[C] June 2nd 2014
[D] March 2nd 2015
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Correct Answer: C [June 2nd 2014]
Notes:
As per AP reorganization act 2nd June 2014 was the appointed day. On this date Andhra Pradesh was officially bifurcated into two states (Andhra Pradesh & Telangana).
9. What is the old name of Nellore?
[A] Vikrama Simhapuri
[B] Nellore
[C] Amalapuram
[D] Chennai
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Correct Answer: A [Vikrama Simhapuri]
Notes:
The name Nellore is derived from Nelli-ooru, meaning place of the amla tree, reflecting the area’s agricultural significance, particularly in rice cultivation, and its historical and cultural heritage. The district was known as Vikrama Simhapuri until the 13th century, and later it came to be referred to as Nellore.
10. What is the headquarters of West Godavari district in Andhra Pradesh?
[A] Eluru
[B] Narasapuram
[C] Tadepalligudem
[D] Bhimavaram
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Correct Answer: D [Bhimavaram]
Notes:
Bhimavaram is the administrative headquarters of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh.
