States PCS: Andhra Pradesh GK For APPSC Examinations
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1. 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.
2. 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.
3. Consider the following statements:
- Agraharas are rent-free villages historically granted to Brahmins.
- Brahmadeyas refer to tax-free lands typically given for religious or scholarly purposes.
Which of the above statements is / are correct?
[A] Both 1 and 2 are correct
[B] Only 1 is correct
[C] Only 2 is correct
[D] Both 1 and 2 are not correct
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Correct Answer: A [Both 1 and 2 are correct]
Notes:Agraharas were historically entire villages or lands granted rent-free to Brahmins, primarily in ancient and medieval South India, to promote learning and religion. Brahmadeyas refer to lands donated to Brahmins, recognized as tax-free, which served religious, social, and educational purposes.
- Statement 1 is correct: Agraharas are indeed rent-free villages granted to Brahmins.
- Statement 2 is correct: Brahmadeyas are tax-free lands, typically supporting Vedic learning and religious activities.
Thus, both statements accurately describe these traditional land grants in Indian history.
4. Who was the author of the famous literary work “Amuktamalyada”?
[A] Sri Krishna Devaraya
[B] Ganga Devi
[C] Allasani Peddanna
[D] Tikkana
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Correct Answer: A [Sri Krishna Devaraya]
Notes:
“Amuktamalyada” was composed by Sri Krishna Devaraya, the renowned emperor of the Vijayanagara Empire, in Telugu.
5. Consider the following statements regarding Marana:
- He was a disciple of Tikkana.
- He wrote Markandeya Puranam.
Which of the above statements is / are correct?
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2
[C] Both 1 and 2
[D] Neither 1 nor 2
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Correct Answer: C [Both 1 and 2]
Notes:Both statements are correct.
- Marana was indeed a disciple of Tikkana, a prominent figure among the Trinity of Telugu poets known as Kavitrayam.
- He is also credited with composing the Markandeya Puranam, contributing significantly to Telugu literature.
Marana’s relationship with Tikkana and his literary works have cemented his place in the history of Telugu classical poetry and scholarship. These details establish both statements as accurate, reflecting key facts about his scholarly life.
6. 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
7. Challava was the courtesan of:
[A] Jayasimha Vallabha
[B] Panduranga
[C] Rajaraja Narendra
[D] Chalukya Bhima
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Correct Answer: D [Chalukya Bhima ]
Notes:
Challava has the title “Samsta gandhrva vidvavedini” or “one who knows the whole science and art of music” was stayed in the court of Chalukya Bhima.
8. Tura Baz Khan was assoiated with:
[A] Wahabhi movement
[B] Attack on Hyderabad residency
[C] Outbreak at Aurangabad
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: B [Attack on Hyderabad residency]
Notes:
Tura Baz Khan, a Jamedar of Rohillas attacked Hyderabad British residency on 17th July 1857.
9. “Re-organization of Indian provinces” is the name of Pamphlet that is related to Demand of Andhra Congress circle. The Author of the Pamphlet was:
[A] Konda Venkatappaiah
[B] Pattabhi Sitaramaya
[C] Both 1 & 2
[D] Nyapathi Subba Rao
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Correct Answer: C [Both 1 & 2]
Notes:
Konda Venkatappaiah & Pattabhi Sitaramaya were the authors of “Re-organization of Indian provinces” which is a pamphlet that is distributed all over India to demand separate Andhra congress circle.
10. Who among the following floated the idea of Dakishna Pradesh?
[A] Sardar Patel
[B] NG Ranga
[C] T. Prakasam
[D] C. Rajagopalachari
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Correct Answer: D [C. Rajagopalachari ]
Notes:
Rajagopalachari floated the idea of Dakishna Pradesh by merging Madras state, Kerala and Mysore.
