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 founder of Satavahana dynasty?
[A] Gautamiputra Satakarni
[B] Simuka
[C] Satakarni-I
[D] Yajnasri Satakarni
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Correct Answer: B [Simuka]
Notes:
Matsya and Vayu Puranas mentioned that the last Kanva king Susarman was killed by Andhra king Simukha and established Satavahana kingdom.
2. Who was referred to as “Chalukya Rajya mula sthambhya manalu” among the following?
[A] Gonka
[B] Rajaraja Mummadi
[C] Kulottunga-I
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [Gonka]
Notes:
Gonka was honored with the title “Chalukya Rajya mula sthambhya manalu” for his significant role in the Chalukya dynasty’s administration and military achievements.
3. Who among the following was the author of Subhadrarjuniyam?
[A] Mohanangi
[B] Tallapaka Timmaka
[C] Naganika
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: B [Tallapaka Timmaka]
Notes:
Tallapaka Timmaka, wife of Annamacharya, was the author of Subhadrarjuniyam.
4. Padakavitha pithamahudu is the title of:
[A] Annamayya
[B] Nannaya
[C] Srinatha
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [Annamayya]
Notes:
- Padakavitha pithamahudu is the title of Annamayya
- Andhrakavitha pithamahudu- Nannaya
5. At which of the following sessions of Andhra Mahasabha, the subject of Home rule came up for discussion?
[A] First
[B] Second
[C] Third
[D] Fifth
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Correct Answer: D [Fifth]
Notes:
At Fifth session of Andhra Mahasabha which was held in 1917 at Kakinada under the presidentship of Konda Venkatappiah the subject of Home rule came up for discussion.
6. Sri Venkateswara University was established in:
[A] 1926
[B] 1947
[C] 1950
[D] 1952
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Correct Answer: D [1952]
Notes:
Sri Venkateswara University was established in1954 by then chief minister Tanguturi Prakasam Pantulu.
7. Which political party founded by N. T. Rama Rao is prominently featured in the film NTR: Mahanayakudu?
[A] Indian National Congress
[B] YSR Congress Party
[C] Telugu Desam Party
[D] Jana Sena Party
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Correct Answer: C [Telugu Desam Party]
Notes:
NTR: Mahanayakudu highlights N. T. Rama Rao’s founding of the Telugu Desam Party and his political journey in Andhra Pradesh.
8. Who composed the Navagraha Kritis, a set of nine Carnatic songs dedicated to the nine planets?
[A] Muttuswāmi Dīkshitar
[B] Tyagaraja
[C] Shyama Shastri
[D] Swathi Thirunal
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Correct Answer: A [Muttuswāmi Dīkshitar]
Notes:
The Navagraha Kritis were composed by Muttuswāmi Dīkshitar, with the last two likely by his followers but bearing his signature.
9. Which organization is responsible for the development of the Orvakal Rock Garden in Andhra Pradesh?
[A] Andhra Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation (APTDC)
[B] Telangana State Tourism Development Corporation (TSTDC)
[C] Kurnool District Administration
[D] Andhra Pradesh Forest Department
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Correct Answer: A [Andhra Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation (APTDC)]
Notes:
Orvakal Rock Garden, near Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh, was developed by APTDC, featuring ancient caves and quartz-rich igneous rocks.
10. Which dynasty ruled the Parlakhemundi Estate during the British era in Orissa?
[A] Chola Dynasty
[B] Eastern Ganga Dynasty
[C] Mughal Dynasty
[D] Maratha Dynasty
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Correct Answer: B [Eastern Ganga Dynasty]
Notes:
The Parlakhemundi Estate was ruled by descendants of the Eastern Ganga dynasty during British rule in Orissa.
