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. Who among the following rulers was known by the title “Eka-Brahmana”?
[A] Vasisthiputra Pulomavi
[B] Satakarni-I
[C] Gautamiputra Satakarni
[D] Yajnasri Satakarni
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Correct Answer: C [Gautamiputra Satakarni]
Notes:
Gautamiputra Satakarni, a prominent Satavahana king, adopted the title “Eka-Brahmana” to signify preeminence among Brahmanas and his patronage of Brahminical traditions.
2. The main patrons of Amravati School of art were:
[A] Satavahanas
[B] Kushans
[C] Guptas
[D] Mauryas
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Correct Answer: A [Satavahanas]
Notes:
The Satavahanas, ruling the Deccan region, chiefly supported the Amravati school of Buddhist art, flourishing from 2nd century BCE to 3rd century CE.
3. Who among the following was the first Satavahana King to introduce the Ruler’s head on the coins ?
[A] Vasishthiputra Pulumavi
[B] Satkarni I
[C] Yajna Satakarni
[D] Gautamiputra Satkarni
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Correct Answer: B [Satkarni I]
Notes:
Satkarni I was the first Satavahana King to introduce the Ruler’s head on the coins.
4. First Sanskrit inscription in South India was issued during the reign of:
[A] Ehuvula Shantamula
[B] Virapurushadatta
[C] Gautamiputra Satakarni
[D] Rudrapurusha data
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Correct Answer: A [Ehuvula Shantamula]
Notes:
Ikshavaku king Ehuvula Shantamula issued Sanskrit inscription for the first time in south India.
5. Consider the following statements about Kubja Vishnuvardhana:
- He was a devotee of Vishnu and called himself as “Parama Bhagavatha”.
- Hiuen-tsang visited Andhra during the period of Kubja Vishnuvardhana.
- His wife Ayyana Mahadevi built a Jain temple Nadumba Vasati at Bezawada.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 1 and 2
[C] Only 1 and 3
[D] All are correct
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Correct Answer: D [All are correct]
Notes:All the statements regarding Kubja Vishnuvardhana are correct:
- Kubja Vishnuvardhana, the founder of the Eastern Chalukya dynasty, was a devoted follower of Vishnu, referring to himself as “Parama Bhagavatha,” which signifies utmost devotion to Vishnu.
- Chinese traveler Hiuen-tsang (Xuanzang) visited the Andhra region during his reign, documenting local customs and events.
- His wife, Ayyana Mahadevi, is known to have constructed the Jain temple called Nadumba Vasati at Bezawada (present-day Vijayawada), indicating her patronage of Jainism despite the king’s Vaishnava faith. Therefore, all given statements are correct.
6. 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.
7. Who was the first Muslim ruler to patronize Telugu literature and culture?
[A] Quli-Qutub Shah
[B] Jamshid Quli Qutub Shah
[C] Ibrahim Quli Qutub Shah
[D] Muhammad Qutub Shah
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Correct Answer: C [Ibrahim Quli Qutub Shah]
Notes:
Ibrahim Quli Qutub Shah (1550–1580) of Golconda was the first Muslim ruler to encourage Telugu literature and arts.
8. Which of the following two places in Andhra were selected for the visit of Simon commission?
[A] Guntur & Vijayawada
[B] Tirupathi & Kurnool
[C] Guntur & Ongole
[D] Vijayawada & Vishakapatnam
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Correct Answer: C [Guntur & Ongole]
Notes:
Guntur & Ongole were the two places in Andhra selected for the visit of Simon commission.
9. After the formation of Justice party ministry in 1920, who among the following moved resolution for the creation of Separate university for Telugu people?
[A] Subbarayaulu Reddiar
[B] BN Sarma
[C] Cattamanchi Ramalinga Reddi
[D] M. Surya Narayana Rao
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Correct Answer: D [M. Surya Narayana Rao ]
Notes:
After the formation of Justice party ministry in 1920, M. Surya Narayana Rao from Vishakapatnam moved a resolution in legislative council for the creation of Separate university for Telugu people.
10. Sri Bagh was the name of a residence in Madras belongs to:
[A] Konda Venkatappiah
[B] Kasinathuni Nageswar Rao
[C] Prakasam
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: B [Kasinathuni Nageswar Rao]
Notes:
On 16th Nov 1937 leaders of Circars and Rayalaseema met at Sri Bagh which is the name of residence of K. Naheswar Rao in Madras. At Sri Bagh an agreement was reached between leaders of Circars and Rayalaseema popularly known as Sri Bagh pact.
