States PCS: Andhra Pradesh GK For APPSC Examinations
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1. Which among the following is the most important port-town during the Kakatiya Period was:
[A] Baruch
[B] Sonapur
[C] Motupalli
[D] Kakinada
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Correct Answer: C [Motupalli]
Notes:
Motupalli A major port-town during the Kakatiya period, Motupalli (in present-day Bapatla district) was renowned for its pearl trade and served as a hub for international commerce with Southeast Asia and Arabia. Marco Polo noted its bustling trade during his travels.
2. Ponupalli Granth and Rudravaram Granth were composed by:
[A] Srinatha
[B] Pothana
[C] Dhurjati
[D] Pingali Surrana
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Correct Answer: A [Srinatha]
Notes:
Srinatha was the author of Haravilasam, Kasi Kandam, Bhima Kandam, Naishadam e.tc. The Ponupalli Granth and Rudravaram Granth were also composed by him.
3. Who among the following work was attributed to Pingali Suranna ?
[A] Pandu Ranga Mahatyam
[B] Paraijataha Pahranam
[C] Prabhavati Pradyumna
[D] Vasu Charitra
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Correct Answer: C [Prabhavati Pradyumna]
Notes:
- Pandu Ranga Mahatyam- Tenali Ramakrishna
- Paraijataha Pahranam- Nandi Timmana
- Prabhavati Pradyumna- Pingali Suranna
- Vasu Charitra- Bhattu Murthi (Rama Raja Bhushanadu)
4. Consider the following statements regarding the taxes responsible for the Rampa Rebellion of 1879:
- Chigurupannu was the tax levied by toddy contractors on tribals, allowing them to draw toddy only after its payment.
- The Mansabadar responsible for law and order imposed an additional levy called Modalupannu.
- Modalupannu amounted to half or two-thirds of Chigurupannu.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
[A] Only 1 is correct
[B] Only 2 and 3 are correct
[C] All are correct statements
[D] Only 3 is correct
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Correct Answer: C [All are correct statements]
Notes:All statements given are correct regarding the taxes that contributed to the Rampa Rebellion of 1879.
- Chigurupannu was indeed a tax imposed by toddy contractors on the tribal population; access to toddy depended on this payment.
- The Mansabadar, charged with local administration and order, introduced an extra tax called Modalupannu.
- This Modalupannu tax was set at either half or two-thirds the value of the Chigurupannu, further increasing the financial burden.
The layered and exploitative taxation system was a major grievance, provoking tribal unrest and leading to the rebellion.
5. From which year onwards Andhra conference came to be known as Andhra Mahasabha?
[A] 1912
[B] 1914
[C] 1915
[D] 1918
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Correct Answer: B [1914]
Notes:
The second Andhra conference took place at Vijayawada on 11th April 1914. From this time it came to be known as Andhra Mahasabha
6. 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.
7. In which year Rayalaseema Mahasabha was formed?
[A] 1928
[B] 1930
[C] 1934
[D] 1936
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Correct Answer: C [1934]
Notes:
To protect the interests of Rayalaseema region, Rayalaseema Mahasabha was formed in 1934 by CL Narasimha Reddi and K. Subramanyam
8. In which year Gentlemen agreement was signed between leaders of Hyderabad state and Andhra state?
[A] 1954
[B] 1955
[C] 1956
[D] 1957
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Correct Answer: C [1956]
Notes:
On 20th February 1956 Gentlemen agreement was signed between leaders of Hyderabad state and Andhra state.
9. After resignation of Ram lal as the governor of Andhra Pradesh, Who among the following appointed as governor of Andhra Pradesh?
[A] K. C Abraham
[B] Shankar Dayal Sharma
[C] Manishankar Joshi
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: B [Shankar Dayal Sharma]
Notes:
Shankar Dayal Sharma served as governor of Andhra Pradesh from 1984 to 1985.
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.
