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21. Who was the youngest Vice Chancellor of Potti Sreeramulu Telugu University, serving from 1999 to 2002?
[A] K. Chandrasekhar Rao
[B] N. Gopi
[C] C. Narayana Reddy
[D] Dasaradhi Rangacharya
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Correct Answer: B [N. Gopi]
Notes:
N. Gopi, a Telugu poet and critic, was the youngest VC of Potti Sreeramulu Telugu University (1999-2002).
22. In which city was the Association of Theologically Trained Women of India (ATTWI) established in 1979?
[A] Bangalore
[B] Chennai
[C] Hyderabad
[D] Coimbatore
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Correct Answer: B [Chennai]
Notes:
ATTWI was founded in Chennai in 1979 as an ecumenical body for theologically trained women.
23. Which British Viceroy’s grain export policies exacerbated the Great Famine of 1876-78 in British India?
[A] Lord Curzon
[B] Lord Lytton
[C] Lord Ripon
[D] Lord Dalhousie
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Correct Answer: B [Lord Lytton]
Notes:
Lord Lytton’s grain export policies worsened the 1876-78 famine, leading to millions of deaths and minimal relief efforts under Sir Richard Temple.
24. In which city is the Andhra Christian Theological College currently located?
[A] Rajahmundry
[B] Hyderabad
[C] Vijayawada
[D] Secunderabad
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Correct Answer: D [Secunderabad]
Notes:
Founded in 1964, ACTC moved from Rajahmundry to Secunderabad in 1973 and remains there.
25. Who is the presiding deity of the Srikakula Andhra Mahavishnu temple in Andhra Pradesh?
[A] Lord Venkateswara
[B] Lord Shiva
[C] Andhra Vishnu
[D] Lord Rama
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Correct Answer: C [Andhra Vishnu]
Notes:
Andhra Vishnu, known as Srikakula Andhra Mahavishnu, is the temple’s presiding deity, dating back to Satavahana times and restored multiple times.
26. Which fort in Andhra Pradesh was rebuilt in the mid-19th century after being destroyed in the Bobbili War of 1757?
[A] Vizianagaram Fort
[B] Rajahmundry Fort
[C] Bobbili Fort
[D] Gooty Fort
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Correct Answer: C [Bobbili Fort]
Notes:
Bobbili Fort was rebuilt mid-19th century after destruction in 1757 Bobbili War; located near Vizianagaram, featuring Indo-Saracenic architecture.
27. Which title was frequently adopted by several Satavahana kings?
[A] Simukha
[B] Satakarni
[C] Pulumavi
[D] Gautamiputra
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Correct Answer: B [Satakarni]
Notes:
Many Satavahana rulers assumed the title “Satakarni”; it served as a dynastic identifier, and inscriptions often further clarified their identity by referencing their mothers’ names.
28. Who is regarded as the greatest emperor of the Satavahana dynasty?
[A] Gautamiputra Satakarni
[B] Vasisthiputra Pulumavi
[C] Satakarni II
[D] Yajna Sri Satakarni
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Correct Answer: A [Gautamiputra Satakarni]
Notes:
Gautamiputra Satakarni, ruling c. 106–130 CE, expanded the Satavahana Empire to its zenith, restoring power after setbacks.
29. At which site were the inscribed relic caskets, showing early Dravidian Brahmi script, discovered?
[A] Amaravati
[B] Bhattiprolu
[C] Nagarjunakonda
[D] Salihundam
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Correct Answer: B [Bhattiprolu]
Notes:
Three relic caskets were discovered under the Mahastupa at Bhattiprolu in Andhra Pradesh, inscribed with early Brahmi script showing features resembling Telugu, crucial for tracing Telugu script evolution.
30. Who was the daughter of Rajendra Chola I who was married to the Eastern Chalukya prince Vimaladitya?
[A] Rajaraja Sundari
[B] Rajyalakshmi
[C] Amangai Devi
[D] Kundavai
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Correct Answer: D [Kundavai]
Notes:
Kundavai, daughter of Rajendra Chola I, was married to Eastern Chalukya prince Vimaladitya; their son Rajaraja Narendra ruled Vengi, linking Cholas and Chalukyas.
