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. During the rule of Satavahanas domestic traders formed into unions called:
[A] Nigama
[B] Goshti
[C] Nigama
[D] Wootz
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Correct Answer: A [Nigama]
Notes:
- During the rule of Satavahanas domestic traders formed into unions called Nibhaya or Nikaya or Nigama.
- The meetings of these unions were known as Goshti. Its president was known as Setty.
- Wootz is the name of high quality steel.
2. Which dynasty was the last to rule the Vijayanagar Empire?
[A] Saluva
[B] Tulva
[C] Sangama
[D] Aravidu
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Correct Answer: D [Aravidu]
Notes:
The Aravidu dynasty was the fourth and final ruling dynasty of the Vijayanagar Empire.
3. Who is the author of “Tapati Samvaronopakyanam”?
[A] Addanki Gangadhram
[B] Allasani Peddhana
[C] Kandukuri Rudra deva
[D] Pothana
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Correct Answer: A [Addanki Gangadhram]
Notes:
“Tapati Samvaronopakyanam” was written by Addanki Gangadhram, a noted Telugu poet from Andhra Pradesh.
4. Who among the following wrote Narsimha puranam, Ahobilakshetra mahatyam?
[A] Srinataha
[B] Pothana
[C] Kethana
[D] Yerrapragada
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Correct Answer: D [Yerrapragada]
Notes:
Uttara harivamsam, Narsimha puranam, Ahobilakshetra mahatyam are some of the works of Yellapragada who lived in the court of Prolayavema Reddy
5. The leader of Join India Movement which started in Hyderabad state was:
[A] Neelam Sanjiva Reddy
[B] Sardar Patel
[C] Swami Ramananda Tirtha
[D] Jalagam Vengal Rao
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Correct Answer: C [Swami Ramananda Tirtha]
Notes:
Swami Ramananda Tirtha was the leader of Join India Movement. The movement was started by Hyderabad State Congress.
6. Who among the following floated the idea of Dakishna Pradesh?
[A] Sardar Patel
[B] NG Ranga
[C] T. Prakasam
[D] C. Rajagopalachari
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Correct Answer: D [C. Rajagopalachari ]
Notes:
Rajagopalachari floated the idea of Dakishna Pradesh by merging Madras state, Kerala and Mysore.
7. Consider the following statement about Gentlemen Agreement:
- As per Gentlemen Agreement cabinet ministers from Andhra and Telangana regions should be in proportion to 60:40
- If the CM is from Andhra then Deputy CM should be from Telangana and Vice-versa
- Out of five portfolios Home, Finance, Revenue,planning and development and commerce and industry two should go to Telangana
Select the correct statements from the given options
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2 & 3
[C] On 1 & 3
[D] All are correct statements
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Correct Answer: D [All are correct statements]
Notes:
The Gentlemen’s Agreement of 1956 was a crucial understanding between the leaders of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana during the formation of the unified state of Andhra Pradesh. 1. Proportional Representation: The agreement stipulated that cabinet ministers from both regions should be appointed in a 60:40 ratio, favoring Andhra, reflecting the population distribution at the time. 2. Chief Minister and Deputy CM: It also established that if the Chief Minister was from one region, the Deputy Chief Minister should be from the other, promoting regional representation in governance. 3. Portfolio Distribution: The allocation of key portfolios was designed to ensure that Telangana received a fair share, with at least two of the five major portfolios (Home, Finance, Revenue, Planning and Development, Commerce and Industry) designated for Telangana. Thus, all statements in the question accurately reflect the terms of the Gentlemen’s Agreement, making the correct answer “All are correct statements.”
8. Consider the following schemes launched during the second tenure of N. Chandrababu Naidu as Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh:
- Adarana – A scheme for artisans
- Mundadugu – A scheme for the disabled
- Cheyutha – A scheme for the downtrodden
Which of the above pairs is / are incorrectly matched?
[A] Only 1
[B] Both 2 and 3
[C] All are correctly matched
[D] All are incorrect
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Correct Answer: B [Both 2 and 3]
Notes:
- Adarana was indeed a welfare scheme for artisans introduced by Chandrababu Naidu.
- Mundadugu was intended for the upliftment of the downtrodden, not specifically for the disabled.
- Cheyutha was a scheme aimed at empowering the disabled, not broadly for all downtrodden sections.
Thus, only options 2 and 3 are incorrectly matched.
9. 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.
10. Pushkaram, a river worshipping ritual, is held in which city of Andhra Pradesh?
[A] Vijayawada
[B] Visakhapatnam
[C] Tirupati
[D] Amaravati
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Correct Answer: A [Vijayawada]
Notes:
Vijayawada hosts the Pushkaram, a river worshipping ritual dedicated to the Krishna River, emphasizing the city’s spiritual importance in Andhra Pradesh.
