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.
21. Which communist group in Hyderabad under the Nizam influenced the Andhra Mahasabha and established the Nizam State Communist Committee in 1939?
[A] Comrades Association
[B] Telangana Communist Party
[C] Hyderabad Marxist League
[D] Deccan Workers Union
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Correct Answer: A [Comrades Association]
Notes:
The Comrades Association was the communist group that influenced Andhra Mahasabha and formed the Nizam State Communist Committee in 1939.
22. In which city is the Quirk Memorial Baptist Church, affiliated with the Convention of Baptist Churches of Northern Circars, located?
[A] Chennai
[B] Vijayawada
[C] Visakhapatnam
[D] Tirupati
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Correct Answer: C [Visakhapatnam]
Notes:
Quirk Memorial Baptist Church was founded in 1948 in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.
23. Which dynasty is renowned for pioneering early Dravidian architecture and constructing the Shore Temple in the Andhra Pradesh region?
[A] Chola Dynasty
[B] Satavahana Dynasty
[C] Vijayanagara Empire
[D] Pallava Dynasty
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Correct Answer: D [Pallava Dynasty]
Notes:
The Pallava dynasty developed early Dravidian architecture, transitioning from rock-cut to structural temples, including the Shore Temple in Andhra Pradesh.
24. Who was the renowned scholar, musician, and hari katha exponent from Saint Tyagaraja’s lineage, and a disciple of Sriman Parupalli Krishnaiyyah Pantulu?
[A] Dr. M. Balamuralikrishna
[B] Semmangudi Srinivasa Iyer
[C] Chakravartula Krishnamacharyulu
[D] G. N. Balasubramaniam
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Correct Answer: C [Chakravartula Krishnamacharyulu]
Notes:
Chakravartula Krishnamacharyulu (1924–2006) was a disciple of Parupalli Krishnaiyyah Pantulu, known for scholarship, music, hari katha, and compositions; awarded Vaggeyakara award by Madras Music Academy in 2005.
25. Who is the legendary playback singer from Andhra Pradesh known for recording over 17,695 songs and winning the first National Film Award for Best Female Playback Singer in 1969?
[A] S. Janaki
[B] P. Leela
[C] P. Susheela
[D] B. Saroja Devi
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Correct Answer: C [P. Susheela]
Notes:
P. Susheela, born in Andhra Pradesh, recorded over 17,695 songs and won the first National Award for Best Female Playback Singer in 1969.
26. In which city is the Port Trust Diamond Jubilee Stadium located?
[A] Visakhapatnam
[B] Vijayawada
[C] Tirupati
[D] Guntur
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Correct Answer: A [Visakhapatnam]
Notes:
Located in Visakhapatnam, the stadium hosts cricket and football events with a 5,000 capacity.
27. In which city did Diwan Bahadur M.O.P. Iyengar serve as District and Sessions Judge?
[A] Chennai
[B] Vijayawada
[C] Visakhapatnam
[D] Rajahmundry
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Correct Answer: D [Rajahmundry]
Notes:
He served as District and Sessions Judge specifically in Rajahmundry.
28. Who is the founder of the Telugu news channel NTV?
[A] Ramoji Rao
[B] K. Chandrasekhar Rao
[C] Tummala Narendra Choudary
[D] Y. S. Jagan Mohan Reddy
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Correct Answer: C [Tummala Narendra Choudary]
Notes:
Tummala Narendra Choudary founded NTV in 2007 and also chairs Rachana Group.
29. Who was the second Sultan of Berar, ruling from 1504 to 1529?
[A] Fathullah Imad-ul-Mulk
[B] Burhan Imad Shah
[C] Aladdin Imad Shah
[D] Ismail Adil Shah
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Correct Answer: C [Aladdin Imad Shah]
Notes:
Aladdin Imad Shah was the second Sultan of Berar, reigning from 1504 to 1529 and married Khadija Sultana in 1528.
30. On which river is the village of Amaravathi in Andhra Pradesh located?
[A] Godavari River
[B] Tungabhadra River
[C] Krishna River
[D] Penna River
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Correct Answer: C [Krishna River]
Notes:
Amaravathi village lies on the Krishna River and is known for the Amaravati Stupa and Amaravati School of Art.
