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1. Which of the following cities served as the capital of the Salankayana dynasty?
[A] Vengi
[B] Nagarjunakonda
[C] Amaravati
[D] Guntur
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Correct Answer: A [Vengi]
Notes:
Vengi was the capital of the Salankayana dynasty, which ruled parts of present-day Andhra Pradesh between the 3rd and 5th centuries CE.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. Pandurangapuram was built on the banks of Pulicat Lake in the name of Panduranga. He was the general of:
[A] Chalukya Bhima
[B] Gunaga Vijayaditya
[C] Yuddamalla
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: B [Gunaga Vijayaditya ]
Notes:
Vijayditya-III was also known as Gunaga Vijayaditya.
5. During whose reign was the Kakatiya capital shifted from Hanamakonda to Warangal?
[A] Rudrama Devi
[B] Ganapatideva
[C] Prathaparudra
[D] Rudra Deva
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Correct Answer: B [Ganapatideva]
Notes:
Ganapatideva moved the Kakatiya capital from Hanamakonda to Warangal in the 13th century, marking a significant administrative and cultural shift in the dynasty.
6. Who among the following helped kumara kampana during the conquest of Madurai?
[A] Bukka-I
[B] Gopanna
[C] Saluva mangu
[D] Both 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: D [Both 2 & 3]
Notes:
Kumara kampana was the son of Bukka-I. Gopanna and Saluva mangu helped kumara kampana during the conquest of Madurai.
7. Consider the following statements about Nigama Sabhas during Satavahana period:
- People’s following the same profession were grouped themselves into Nigama Sabha.
- Bhattiprolu inscription is the major source of Nigama Sabhas
- Nagara was the head of Nigama Sabha
Select the incorrect statement from the given options
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2 & 3
[C] All are correct statements
[D] All are incorrect statements
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Correct Answer: A [Only 1]
Notes:
During Satavahana period the affairs of the cities were looked after corporate bodies called Nigama Sabhas.
8. On which date did Potti Sriramulu begin his fast unto death demanding a separate Andhra state?
[A] 19th Oct 1952
[B] 15th Aug 1951
[C] 19th Oct 1951
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [19th Oct 1952]
Notes:
Potti Sriramulu started his fast on 19th October 1952, which ultimately led to the creation of Andhra state.
9. Which of the following party was started with the aim of safeguarding the interests of Non-Brahmins?
[A] Indian National congress
[B] Communist party
[C] Justice party
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: C [Justice party]
Notes:
Justice party was started with the aim of safeguarding the interests of Non-Brahmins.
10. How many seats were secured by Telugu Desam party in 1983 elections?
[A] 200
[B] 202
[C] 204
[D] 206
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Correct Answer: B [202]
Notes:In 1983 General selection to state legislative assembly out 294 seats
- TDP secured 202 seats
- Congress led by Indira Gandhi secured only 60 seats
