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. In which forest is the Ubbalamudugu Falls, also known as Tada Falls, located in Andhra Pradesh?
[A] Rajahmundry Forest
[B] Siddulaiah Kona Forest
[C] Araku Valley Forest
[D] Papikonda Forest
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Correct Answer: B [Siddulaiah Kona Forest]
Notes:
Ubbalamudugu Falls is situated in Siddulaiah Kona forest in Tirupati district, Andhra Pradesh.
32. What was the capital city of the Vijayanagara Empire?
[A] Hampi
[B] Madurai
[C] Warangal
[D] Bidar
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Correct Answer: A [Hampi]
Notes:
Vijayanagara (Hampi) was the capital and a major cultural center of the empire.
33. What is the name of the significant Iron Age site in Andhra Pradesh, known for its series of tall menhirs (standing stones) arranged in alignments?
[A] Koduru
[B] Mudumal
[C] Motupalli
[D] Singareni
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Correct Answer: B [Mudumal]
Notes:
Mudumal in Nalgonda district is known for its Great Stone Alignment, a series of tall menhirs from the Iron Age considered ritual or astronomical markers.
34. Which ancient kingdom, possibly located in the present-day Guntur district of Andhra Pradesh, is mentioned in historical texts?
[A] Pratipalapura
[B] Amaravati
[C] Vengi
[D] Vinukonda
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Correct Answer: A [Pratipalapura]
Notes:
Pratipalapura, likely corresponding to modern Bhattiprolu in Guntur district, is cited as a 5th-century BCE kingdom; Bhattiprolu inscriptions mention a ruler Kubera circa 230 BCE.
35. Which ancient region bordered northern Andhra and was culturally associated with it?
[A] Vengi
[B] Vidarbha
[C] Kalinga
[D] Telangana
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Correct Answer: C [Kalinga]
Notes:
Kalinga bordered northern Andhra, encompassing today’s Srikakulam and Vizianagaram, and had strong cultural ties with the region, as referenced in ancient inscriptions.
36. Who is the key historical figure mentioned in the Nashik inscription renowned for calling himself the “unique Brahmin” (ekabrahmana)?
[A] Simuka
[B] Gautamiputra
[C] Satakarni
[D] Vasishthiputra Pulumavi
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Correct Answer: B [Gautamiputra]
Notes:
Gautamiputra is titled “ekabrahmana” in the Nashik inscription, emphasizing his role as the true upholder of dharma among the Satavahanas.
37. Which term refers to the ancient coins that highlight the linguistic diversity during the Satavahana era in Andhra Pradesh?
[A] Satavahana coins
[B] Pandya coins
[C] Chola coins
[D] Kakatiya coins
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Correct Answer: A [Satavahana coins]
Notes:
Satavahana coins often featured bilingual legends in Brahmi and regional scripts, showcasing linguistic diversity in Andhra Pradesh.
38. Which ancient kingdom is depicted in a Nagarjunakonda relief showing diplomatic exchanges with foreigners?
[A] Satavahana
[B] Ikshvaku
[C] Pallava
[D] Kakatiya
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Correct Answer: B [Ikshvaku]
Notes:
Nagarjunakonda reliefs depict the Ikshvaku dynasty’s diplomatic exchanges, highlighting their cosmopolitan court.
39. Which language replaced Prakrit as the medium for official inscriptions in Andhra during the Vishnukundina dynasty?
[A] Sanskrit
[B] Telugu
[C] Tamil
[D] Kannada
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Correct Answer: A [Sanskrit]
Notes:
Sanskrit replaced Prakrit for official inscriptions under the Vishnukundinas, especially in copper-plate grants.
40. Which group of erstwhile Kakatiya vassals led the Andhra resistance against the Delhi Sultanate after the fall of the Kakatiya dynasty?
[A] Musunuri Nayaks
[B] Reddy Kings
[C] Recharla Velamas
[D] Kona Chiefs
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Correct Answer: A [Musunuri Nayaks]
Notes:
Musunuri Nayaks, once vassals under the Kakatiyas, spearheaded the Andhra resistance against the Delhi Sultanate in the 14th century.
