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.
41. In which district of Andhra Pradesh is Perupalem Beach situated?
[A] West Godavari
[B] Visakhapatnam
[C] Krishna
[D] East Godavari
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Correct Answer: A [West Godavari]
Notes:
Perupalem Beach is located on the Bay of Bengal coast in West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is a notable coastal feature of the state.
42. Which of the following personalities is NOT associated with the Communist-led Telangana Rebellion?
[A] Ravi Narayana Reddy
[B] Baddama Yella Reddy
[C] V. Alwar Swamy
[D] Ramananda Thirtha
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Correct Answer: D [Ramananda Thirtha]
Notes:
Ramananda Thirtha led the Praja Parishad movement in Karnataka’s Hyderabad State region, not the Communist-led Telangana Rebellion.
43. Which event in Hyderabad State marked the initiation of public awakening and mass mobilization against the Nizam’s autocratic rule?
[A] Formation of Andhra Mahasabha
[B] The Chanda Railway Scheme agitation
[C] Hyderabad State Congress Movement
[D] Mulki Agitation
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Correct Answer: B [The Chanda Railway Scheme agitation]
Notes:
The Chanda Railway Scheme agitation (1933–34) marked the first major mass mobilization in Hyderabad State against the Nizam’s rule, stimulating political awareness.
44. Who became the Chief Minister of Madras Presidency in July 1937, leading the first Congress ministry under the Montagu–Chelmsford Reforms?
[A] O.P. Ramaswamy Reddiyar
[B] K. Kamaraj
[C] T. Prakasam
[D] C. Rajagopalachari
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Correct Answer: D [C. Rajagopalachari]
Notes:
C. Rajagopalachari was appointed Chief Minister of Madras Presidency in July 1937, heading the first Congress ministry and introducing major reforms.
45. For what primary purpose was the Wanchoo Committee constituted regarding Andhra State?
[A] To review linguistic policies in Andhra State
[B] To draft the constitution of Andhra State
[C] To examine identity and regional implications after Andhra State’s creation
[D] To recommend new capitals for Andhra State
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Correct Answer: C [To examine identity and regional implications after Andhra State’s creation]
Notes:
The Wanchoo Committee, set up in 1969, assessed identity and regional issues after Andhra State’s 1953 formation, highlighting disparities and recommending administrative safeguards, especially for Telangana.
46. In which year was the Comrades Association founded in Hyderabad State?
[A] 1940
[B] 1939
[C] 1942
[D] 1946
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Correct Answer: A [1940]
Notes:
The Comrades Association was established in 1940 in the Nizam’s Hyderabad State by communist leaders to mobilize Telugu peasants, later playing a significant role in the Telangana peasant struggle.
47. Who was appointed as the President of the Swatantra Party in Andhra Pradesh when it was formed in June 1959?
[A] N.G. Ranga
[B] Tanguturi Prakasam
[C] Pattabhi Sitaramayya
[D] Kasu Brahmananda Reddy
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Correct Answer: A [N.G. Ranga]
Notes:
N.G. Ranga became the first President of Swatantra Party in Andhra Pradesh in June 1959. He was also a key founder at the national level, noted for agrarian leadership.
48. Who visited Motupalli during the reign of Rudramadevi of the Kakatiya dynasty?
[A] Abdur Razzaq
[B] Ibn Battuta
[C] Marco Polo
[D] Fa-Hien
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Correct Answer: C [Marco Polo]
Notes:
Marco Polo visited Motupalli during Rudramadevi’s rule (1259–1289), describing it as a significant harbor in Andhra Pradesh, crucial for trade with Arabia, China, and Southeast Asia.
49. After the conquest of Udayagiri Fort in 1516, which idol did Sri Krishna Deva Raya bring to Hampi?
[A] Veerabhadra Swamy idol
[B] Balakrishnudu idol
[C] Padmavati Devi idol
[D] Varaha Swamy idol
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Correct Answer: B [Balakrishnudu idol]
Notes:
Sri Krishna Deva Raya brought the Balakrishnudu idol from Udayagiri to Hampi after defeating the Gajapatis, consolidating Vijayanagara’s control over southern Andhra Pradesh.
50. Which of the following was a major western seaport during the Shatavahana period?
[A] Sopara
[B] Motupalli
[C] Kalyan
[D] Bharuch
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Correct Answer: C [Kalyan]
Notes:
Kalyan was a prominent western seaport during the Shatavahana period, facilitating maritime trade with the Roman Empire and Asia. Archaeological evidence confirms its significance.
