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.
31. On which river is the Gandipet reservoir (Osman Sagar) located in Telangana?
[A] Moosi
[B] Manjeera
[C] Krishna
[D] Godavari
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Correct Answer: A [Moosi]
Notes:
Gandipet reservoir, also known as Osman Sagar, is built on the Moosi River, which originates in the Ananthagiri hills and flows through Hyderabad.
32. In which city was the first session of the Rayalaseema Mahasabha held in 1934?
[A] Kurnool
[B] Kadapa
[C] Madras
[D] Anantapur
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Correct Answer: C [Madras]
Notes:
Rayalaseema Mahasabha’s first session was held in Madras in 1934 to unite leaders from Rayalaseema’s districts for regional advocacy within the Madras Presidency.
33. Who led the Hyderabad State delegation to the United Nations Security Council in 1948 regarding the Hyderabad issue?
[A] Mir Laiq Ali
[B] Mir Osman Ali Khan
[C] Moin Nawaz Jung
[D] Kasim Razvi
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Correct Answer: C [Moin Nawaz Jung]
Notes:
Moin Nawaz Jung led Hyderabad State’s 1948 delegation to the UN Security Council seeking intervention during Operation Polo.
34. Who described Kandukuri Veeresalingam as the “South Indian Vidyasagar” in appreciation of his social service activities?
[A] M.G. Ranade
[B] P. Rangaiah Naidu
[C] R. Venkata Ratnam Naidu
[D] G. Subrahmanyam
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Correct Answer: A [M.G. Ranade]
Notes:
M.G. Ranade, a Maharashtra social reformer, called Veeresalingam the “South Indian Vidyasagar” for his leading role in widow remarriage and women’s reform in Andhra Pradesh.
35. During which movement did the Tenali Bomb Case take place in the Madras Presidency?
[A] Quit India Movement
[B] Civil Disobedience Movement
[C] Non-Cooperation Movement
[D] Vandemataram Movement
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Correct Answer: D [Vandemataram Movement]
Notes:
The Tenali Bomb Case occurred in 1908 during the Vandemataram Movement, which began in 1905 as part of the Swadeshi campaign in Andhra (Madras Presidency).
36. During which movement did state Congress leaders issue the Kurnool Circular urging Andhra government employees to resign from British-run services?
[A] Non-Cooperation Movement
[B] Civil Disobedience Movement
[C] Quit India Movement
[D] Swaraj Movement
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Correct Answer: C [Quit India Movement]
Notes:
The Kurnool Circular was issued during the Quit India Movement in August 1942 by Andhra leaders, urging resignation from British-run services, boosting regional participation in the independence struggle.
37. Who was the Chief Minister of Hyderabad State at the time of its merger with Andhra State to form Andhra Pradesh in 1956?
[A] Neelam Sanjiva Reddy
[B] Burgula Rama Krishna Rao
[C] Kasu Brahmananda Reddy
[D] T. Prakasam
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Correct Answer: B [Burgula Rama Krishna Rao]
Notes:
Burgula Rama Krishna Rao was the Chief Minister of Hyderabad State during its 1956 merger with Andhra State, forming Andhra Pradesh.
38. Under which development model is Mulapeta Port in Andhra Pradesh constructed?
[A] Service Port Model
[B] Land-Lord Model
[C] Private Owner Model
[D] Trust Port Model
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Correct Answer: B [Land-Lord Model]
Notes:
Mulapeta Port in Andhra Pradesh is developed under the Land-Lord Model with 826.72 acres, 4 berths (3 general, 1 coal), and 23.5 MT capacity in Phase 1. Project cost is Rs 4,361.91 crores; contract signed with Vishwa Samudra Ports.
39. Who founded the Dasa Samaj, a social reform movement in Andhra Pradesh during the 12th century?
[A] Brahma Naidu
[B] Vemana
[C] Potuluri Veerabrahmendra Swamy
[D] Annamacharya
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Correct Answer: A [Brahma Naidu]
Notes:
Brahma Naidu, the Palnadu chieftain, established Dasa Samaj to promote equality and social reform by integrating all castes, especially Dalits and Shudras, into temple services and community life.
40. To which varna or caste did the Satavahana dynasty, rulers of Andhra between the 1st century BCE and 3rd century CE, primarily belong?
[A] Kshatriya
[B] Brahmin
[C] Vaishya
[D] Shudra
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Correct Answer: A [Kshatriya]
Notes:
Satavahanas were described as Kshatriyas in inscriptions and Puranas, noted as warriors who patronized Brahmins through land grants.
