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 was the author of Brihathkatha?
[A] Hala
[B] Gunadhaya
[C] Rajasekhara
[D] Sarva varma
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Correct Answer: B [Gunadhaya]
Notes:
Some of the important writers & their writings during satavahana period:
Hala-Gatha Saptasati
Sarva varma-Katantara Vyakarana
Gunadhya-Brihathkatha
Rajasekhara-Kavya Mimamsa
2. Consider the following:
- Brahma Naidu opened the gates of the Chennakesava Swami temple to Dalits.
- He adopted Kannamadas, a Dalit, as his son.
- In the Palnadu war he supported Pedamalideva.
Which of the above statements is / are correct?
[A] Only 1 and 2
[B] Only 2 and 3
[C] Only 1
[D] All are correct statements
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Correct Answer: D [All are correct statements]
Notes:Brahma Naidu was a prominent reformer in medieval Andhra Pradesh, renowned for his social and religious reforms. The following statements are correct:
- He opened the Chennakesava Swami temple to Dalits, promoting social inclusivity.
- He adopted Kannamadas, a Dalit, as his son, setting a rare precedent for social equality during his time.
- In the historic Palnadu War, Brahma Naidu supported Pedamalideva, championing his cause against Brahma Nayudu’s rivals.
All statements affirm his progressive contributions and correct historical role.
3. The Kopparam copper plate inscriptions are associated with which ruler?
[A] Pulakesi I
[B] Kubja Vishnuvardhana
[C] Pulakesi II
[D] Vikramaditya I
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Correct Answer: C [Pulakesi II]
Notes:
The Kopparam copper plates are issued by Chalukya king Pulakesi II, providing important details about his reign.
4. Who was the first Surveyor General of India?
[A] Colin Mackenzie
[B] Arthur Cotton
[C] Lord Ripon
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [Colin Mackenzie]
Notes:
Colin Mackenzie was appointed the first Surveyor General of India in 1815.
5. Who authored the Telugu work ‘Dasa-kumara-charitamu’?
[A] Kethana
[B] Tikkana
[C] Srinatha
[D] Marana
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Correct Answer: A [Kethana]
Notes:
Kethana translated Dandin’s ‘Dasha-kumara-charita’ into Telugu as ‘Dasa-kumara-charitamu’ and called himself Abhinava Dandi.
6. The Kingdom of Golconda was occupied by Aurangzeb in the year:
[A] 1680
[B] 1685
[C] 1687
[D] 1690
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Correct Answer: C [1687]
Notes:
The Kingdom of Golconda was occupied by Aurangzeb in the year 1687. With this large part of Coastal Andhra became part of Mughal Empire.
7. 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.
8. In which of the following dates Andhra Pradesh was formed by merging Hyderabad state?
[A] 1st Oct 1953
[B] 1st Oct 1956
[C] 1st Nov 1956
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: C [1st Nov 1956]
Notes:
On 1st Oct 1953 Andhra state was formed from Madras Presidency.
On 1st Nov 1956, Andhra Pradesh was formed by merging Hyderabad state.
9. Who was the first Finance Minister of Andhra Pradesh?
[A] Nilam Sanjiva Reddy
[B] Bejawada Gopala Reddy
[C] Kasu Brahmananda Reddy
[D] PV Narasimha Rao
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Correct Answer: B [Bejawada Gopala Reddy]
Notes:
Bejawada Gopala Reddy was the inaugural Finance Minister of Andhra Pradesh after its formation in 1953.
10. The ‘Gammon Bridge’ connects which of the following places?
[A] Kovvur to Rajahmundry
[B] Hyderabad to Vijayawada
[C] Chennai to Kolkata
[D] Visakhapatnam to Kakinada
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Correct Answer: A [Kovvur to Rajahmundry]
Notes:
The Godavari Fourth Bridge, connecting Kovvur to Rajahmundry, was constructed to reduce the road distance between Kolkata and Chennai by 150 kilometers. It was opened to traffic in 2015 after delays and cost overruns.
