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. During Satavahanas rule, Tax levied on artisans was called:
[A] kurukara
[B] Deyameya or Bhaga
[C] Rajjagahaka
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [kurukara]
Notes:During the rule of Satavahanas:
- The tax on artisans was called kurukara.
- Deyameya or Bhaga was the name of land revenue which was 1/6th of the crop.
- Rajjagahaka was the name of official who used to collect tax. Rajjagahaka was also did survey of land.
2. 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.
3. Bhimeswara temple is built by :
[A] Rajaraja Narendra
[B] Chalukya Bhima-I
[C] Yuddhamalla
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: B [Chalukya Bhima-I]
Notes:
Bhimeswara temple is built by Chalukya Bhima-I
4. Who assisted Sir Arthur Cotton in constructing the Dowleswaram Anicut in Andhra Pradesh?
[A] Capt. Orr
[B] Veenam Veerana
[C] Dundsena
[D] K. Seshayya Sastry
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Correct Answer: B [Veenam Veerana]
Notes:
Veenam Veerana, a local engineer from Andhra Pradesh, significantly assisted Sir Arthur Cotton in constructing the Dowleswaram Anicut on the Godavari River.
5. Darsy Chenchaih was associated with:
[A] Indian National congress
[B] Ghadar Party
[C] Muslim League
[D] Brahmo Samaj.
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Correct Answer: B [Ghadar Party]
Notes:
He was the only one from Andhra who joined Gadhar party.
6. Which of the following was the headquarters of Andhra University at the time it was inaugurated?
[A] Vishakapatnam
[B] Anantapur
[C] Tirupathi
[D] Vijayawada
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Correct Answer: D [Vijayawada]
Notes:
On 26th April 1926 Andhra University was established with Vijayawada as head quarters later it was shifted to Vishakapatnam.
7. On which river Pulichintala project was contructed?
[A] River Godavari
[B] River Krishna
[C] River Tunghabhadra
[D] River pennar
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Correct Answer: B [River Krishna]
Notes:
Pulichintala project was contructed across River Krishna. It serves the irrigation needs of Krishna, West Godavari, Praksam and Guntur districts.
8. In which one of the following Brahmana texts does the term “Andhra” appear?
[A] Aitareya Brahmana
[B] Satapatha Brahmana
[C] Jaiminiya Brahmana
[D] Kausitaki Brahmana
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Correct Answer: A [Aitareya Brahmana]
Notes:
The term “Andhra” appears in the Aitareya Brahmana text. This ancient Sanskrit text identifies the Andhra as a tribal group, suggesting that these people were recognized in Indian literature over 2,800 years ago. The Aitareya Brahmana dating back to around 800 BCE is considered one of the oldest Vedic texts.
9. Which dynasty ruled parts of Telangana and is historically linked to the origins of the Velama caste?
[A] Kakatiya Dynasty
[B] Recherla Dynasty
[C] Golconda Sultanate
[D] Satavahana Dynasty
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Correct Answer: B [Recherla Dynasty]
Notes:
The Recherla dynasty (1335–1475 CE) ruled parts of Telangana and is linked to the Velama caste origins.
10. Who is the Indian paleontologist from Andhra Pradesh credited with discovering the first Cretaceous mammal from India?
[A] Guntupalli Veera Raghavendra Prasad
[B] Vishnu-Mittre
[C] Meemann Chang
[D] Rajasri Chatterjee
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Correct Answer: A [Guntupalli Veera Raghavendra Prasad]
Notes:
G.V.R. Prasad is known for discovering India’s first Cretaceous mammal and is a prominent paleontologist from Andhra Pradesh.
