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 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.
2. Who among the following rulers was known by the title “Kollabhiganda”?
[A] Vijayaditya IV
[B] Vijayaditya III
[C] Pulakesin II
[D] Chalukya Bhima
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Correct Answer: A [Vijayaditya IV]
Notes:
“Kollabhiganda” was the title of Vijayaditya IV, a prominent ruler of the Eastern Chalukyas of Andhra Pradesh.
3. Who is the author of the Telugu work “Virabhadra Vijayam”?
[A] Bammera Potana
[B] Palakuri Somanatha
[C] Nannaya
[D] Srinatha
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Correct Answer: B [Palakuri Somanatha]
Notes:
“Virabhadra Vijayam” was authored by Palakuri Somanatha, a well-known poet of medieval Telugu literature.
4. The Author “Ghatikachala Mahatmyamu” is:
[A] Tenali Ramakrishna
[B] Bhattu Murthi
[C] Pingali Surana
[D] Nandi Timmana
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Correct Answer: A [Tenali Ramakrishna ]
Notes:
Tenali Ramakrishna, one of Asthadiggajas in Krishna Devaraya court wrote Udbhataradhya Charitramu, Panduranga Mahatmyamu and Ghatikachala Mahatmyamu.
5. Firistha was the pen name of:
[A] Mir Munnim
[B] Abdullah
[C] Tanashah
[D] Muhammad Qasim
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Correct Answer: D [Muhammad Qasim ]
Notes:
Firistha was the pen name of Muhammad Qasim who left an valuable account of the history of Adil Shahis, Nizam Shahis and Qutub Shahis
6. Who among the following was the author of the book “Punarvivaha Sangrahamu”?
[A] Venkata Rangacharyulu
[B] Veeresalingam
[C] Uma Ranganayakulu
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [Venkata Rangacharyulu]
Notes:
The author of the book “Punarvivaha Sangrahamu” which was published in 1875 was Paravastu Venkata Rangacharyulu. The book favors widow remarriages.
7. Consider the following statements about Silver Jubilee session of Andhra Mahasabha?
- It was held in Vishakhapatnam in 1937
- The session was presided by Kadapa Koti Reddi
- The session was inaugurated by Halaharvi Sitarama Reddi
Select the incorrect statement from the given options
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2
[C] Only 3
[D] All are correct
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Correct Answer: A [Only 1]
Notes:
Silver Jubilee session of Andhra Mahasabha was held in Vijayawada in 1937.
8. APSRTC was formed in the year;
[A] 1950
[B] 1955
[C] 1958
[D] 1960
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Correct Answer: C [1958]
Notes:
APSRTC was formed on 11th Jan 1958 as per RTC act-1950
9. On which of the following dates, Andhra Pradesh reorganisation bill was passed in Rajya sabha?
[A] 18th Feb 2014
[B] 20th Feb 2014
[C] 28th Feb 2014
[D] 1st March 2014
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Correct Answer: B [20th Feb 2014]
Notes:
On 18th Feb 2014 Andhra Pradesh reorganisation bill was passed in Lok Sabha
On 20th Feb 2014 Andhra Pradesh reorganisation bill was passed in Rajya sabha
10. Who among the following was the author of Musalamma Maranamu?
[A] CR Reddy
[B] Anandacharyulu
[C] Rayaprolu Subbarao
[D] Jiddu Krishnamurti
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Correct Answer: A [CR Reddy]
Notes:
Cattamachi Ramalina Reddy was the author of Musalamma Maranamu.
