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 were the first rulers in Indian history to grant tax-free land to Buddhists and Brahmanas for religious merit?
[A] Satavahanas
[B] Guptas
[C] Vakatakas
[D] Mauryas
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Correct Answer: A [Satavahanas]
Notes:
Satavahanas pioneered tax-free land grants to Buddhists and Brahmanas, initiating this religious endowment practice in ancient India.
2. Which dynasty was also referred to as the Sriparvatiyas, meaning the foresters or rulers of Sriparvata forests?
[A] Vakatakas
[B] Vishnukundins
[C] Satavahanas
[D] Ikshavakus
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Correct Answer: D [Ikshavakus]
Notes:
Ikshavakus were known as Sriparvatiyas due to their rule over the Sriparvata forest region in present-day Andhra Pradesh.
3. Who among the following was known by the titles “Andhraesadiswara” and “Andhra Suratrana”?
[A] Kapaya Nayaka
[B] Anapotha
[C] Singama Nayaka
[D] Prolaya Nayaka
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Correct Answer: A [Kapaya Nayaka]
Notes:
Kapaya Nayaka of the Musunuri dynasty bore the titles “Andhraesadiswara” and “Andhra Suratrana” for liberating the Andhra region from the Delhi Sultanate.
4. During the period of Reddi kingdom Nandanavanam is the name of:
[A] Annual tribute paid by the sub ordinate chiefs
[B] Entertainment tax
[C] tax on the sale or purchase of cattle
[D] Import and export duities
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Correct Answer: B [Entertainment tax]
Notes:Some of the taxes during rule of Reddi kings:
- Gokulam tax: tax on the sale or purchase of cattle
- Nandanavanam- Entertainment tax
- Kappam- Annual tribute paid by the sub ordinate chiefs
5. Who among the following wrote Vijayanti Vilasam?
[A] Saranga Tammaya
[B] Rudrakavi
[C] Nannechoda
[D] Vamanabhatta
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Correct Answer: A [Saranga Tammaya ]
Notes:
Saranga Tammaya wrote Vijayanti Vilasam. He is the first poet in the court of Mohamad Quli Qutub Shah.
6. Who among the following associated with Krishna anicut?
[A] Gen Campbell
[B] Colonel Ford
[C] Capitan Orr
[D] Vennam Veerana
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Correct Answer: C [Capitan Orr]
Notes:
Capt. Orr was incharge of the execution of Krishna anicut project. The project started in 1850 and completed in 1855.
7. Which language is recognized as the second official language of Andhra Pradesh?
[A] Telugu
[B] Urdu
[C] Tamil
[D] Kannada
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Correct Answer: B [Urdu]
Notes:
Urdu was declared the second official language of Andhra Pradesh by a legislative amendment in 2022. Telugu remains the primary official language.
8. In the Andhra Pradesh Barasala ceremony, who traditionally places a gold ring dipped in cow milk and honey on the newborn’s tongue?
[A] The Father
[B] The Priest
[C] The Maternal Grandfather
[D] The Maternal Uncle
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Correct Answer: D [The Maternal Uncle]
Notes:
The maternal uncle performs this ritual symbolizing blessings and auspiciousness in Andhra Pradesh Barasala ceremony.
9. Who is recognized as the Father of Karnataka Music for his contributions to Haridaasa tradition and Carnatic music?
[A] Kanakadasa
[B] Vyasatirtha
[C] Jayadeva
[D] Purandaradasa
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Correct Answer: D [Purandaradasa]
Notes:
Purandaradasa systematized music education, introduced mayamalavagaula raga, and standardized talas, earning the title Father of Karnataka Music.
10. Who was the Mughal Subahdar of Bengal under Aurangzeb, known for his military campaigns in Karnatak, Assam, and Koch Bihar, and for commanding a powerful naval fleet?
[A] Mir Jumla II
[B] Shaista Khan
[C] Alivardi Khan
[D] Murshid Quli Khan
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Correct Answer: A [Mir Jumla II]
Notes:
Mir Jumla II led major campaigns, commanded 323 warships with European sailors, and reorganized Bengal’s administration under Aurangzeb.
