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 Salankayana ruler was the contemporary of Samudragupta?
[A] Hastivarma
[B] Nandi varma
[C] Vijayadeva Varma
[D] Vijayanandi Varma
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Correct Answer: A [Hastivarma]
Notes:
According to Allahabad inscription, Salankayana king Hastivarma was the contemporary of Samudragupta.
2. Which of the following is incorrect with respect to inscriptions?
[A] Naneghat- Naganika
[B] Junaghad- Satakarni-II
[C] Amaravati- Sivmuka Satakarni
[D] Nasik- Gautami Balasri
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Correct Answer: B [Junaghad- Satakarni-II]
Notes:
Junaghad inscription was issued by Rudradaman.
3. Raghupati Venkataratnam Naidu was associated with:
[A] Arya Samaj
[B] Prarthana Samaj
[C] Brahmo Samaj
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: C [Brahmo Samaj]
Notes:
Raghupati Venkataratnam Naidu was an ardent Brahmo and did everything possible to promote Brahmo movement in Andhra. The Brahmo Samaj honored him with the title of “Brahmarshi.
4. Who among the following was the president of first Andhra conference held in Bapatla in 1913?
[A] Nyapathi Subba Rao
[B] Konda Venkatappaih
[C] BN Sarma
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: C [BN Sarma]
Notes:
BN Sarma was the president of first Andhra conference held in Bapatla in 1913.
5. In which year Dhar commission was established?
[A] 1947
[B] 1948
[C] 1949
[D] 1950
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Correct Answer: B [1948]
Notes:
On 17th June 1948 Dhar commission was setup by the constituent assembly to give recommendations for the creation of linguistic provinces. The committee submitted its report on 10th Dec 1948.
6. 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.
7. As per Vision 2029, Andhra Pradesh will be one among the top three performing states by:
[A] 2020
[B] 2021
[C] 2022
[D] 2025
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Correct Answer: C [2022]
Notes:
As per AP vision 202, Andhra Pradesh will become one among the top three performing states in the country by 2022 and the best state in the country by 2029.
8. Vellore Fort served as the capital for which dynasty?
[A] Vijayanagara Empire
[B] Aravidu Dynasty
[C] Maratha Empire
[D] Carnatic Nawabs
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Correct Answer: B [Aravidu Dynasty]
Notes:
Vellore Fort was the capital of the Aravidu Dynasty, the last dynasty of the Vijayanagara Empire.
9. During the Seven Years’ War, which fort did Colonel William Draper successfully defend against the French siege led by Comte de Lally?
[A] Fort William
[B] Fort St David
[C] Fort St Louis
[D] Fort St George
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Correct Answer: D [Fort St George]
Notes:
Colonel Draper defended Fort St George in Madras during the 1758-59 French siege, contributing to British dominance in India.
10. Which empire is historically associated with the Balija community serving as military generals, ministers, and provincial governors?
[A] Mughal Empire
[B] Chola Empire
[C] Maratha Empire
[D] Vijayanagara Empire
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Correct Answer: D [Vijayanagara Empire]
Notes:
Balijas held key administrative and military roles notably in the Vijayanagara Empire and Nayaka dynasties.
