States PCS: Telangana GK Questions for Telangana State Public Service Commission
31. With reference to the recently launched Netanna Nestham scheme, consider the following statements:
- It is a scheme targeting weavers.
- It is a scheme launched by the Telangana government.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 is correct
[B] Only 2 is correct
[C] Neither 1 nor 2 is correct
[D] Both 1 and 2 are correct
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Correct Answer: A [Only 1 is correct]
Notes:
Statement 1 is correct:
Netanna Nestham initiative is a welfare scheme for weavers launched in December. It aims to provide a monetary support of 24,000 INR per family of handloom weavers in a year. At the end of 5 years, each family is expected to receive 1.2 lakhs INR.
Statement 2 is incorrect:
Netanna Nestham is a scheme introduced by the Andhra Pradesh government. It was launched in the Anantapur district and is expected to cover 85,000 families over a period of 5 years in the state. Families of deceased weavers are also covered under the scheme.
32. In reference to the recently launched WING program in Telangana, consider the following statements:
- It is a program for children’s education.
- Start Up India is a part of the program.
Which of the above statements is/are true?
[A] Only 1 is correct
[B] Only 2 is correct
[C] Neither 1 nor 2 is correct
[D] Both 1 and 2 are correct
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Correct Answer: B [Only 2 is correct]
Notes:
Statement 1 is incorrect:
The WING program which was launched in Telagana in December is intended to encourage entrepreneurship among women in the state. The WING or Women Rise Together program is to provide assistance to women entrepreneurs in the form of incubation, innovations’ knowledge, investor access, business support, etc.
Statement 2 is correct:
The WING program is a joint initiative between Start Up India component of DPIIT or Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade and the state run WE hub platform. Kerala Startup Mission is also involved in the program.
33. In context of the disappearing Shola ecosystem, the impact on the Toda people is being discussed. In this context, consider the following statements about the Toda people:
- Todas are the ethnic people of Telangana.
- They are listed as particularly vulnerable tribal group.
Which of the above statements is/are true?
[A] Only 1 is correct
[B] Only 2 is correct
[C] Neither 1 nor 2 is correct
[D] Both 1 and 2 are correct
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Correct Answer: B [Only 2 is correct]
Notes:
Statement 1 is incorrect:
The Toda people are an ethnic group in Tamil Nadu. They live in the Nilgiri Mountains of the Western Ghats. Their settlements are called ‘munds’ and consist of several half barrel shaped thatched houses. They noted for rearing buffaloes in the Shola grasslands.
Statement 2 is correct:
The Toda people are listed as a particularly vulnerable tribe of Tamil Nadu. Others of the category are Irular, Kattu Nayakan, Korumba, Kota and Paniyan. The Toda people have been affected by the loss of Shola ecosystem to invasive plants. The Shola grasslands served as traditional grazing grounds for this ethnic people.
34. With regards to the recently launched YSR Arogyasri scheme, consider the following statements:
- It provides free of cost medical treatment.
- It was introduced by the Telangana government.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 is correct
[B] Only 2 is correct
[C] Neither 1 nor 2 is correct
[D] Both 1 and 2 are correct
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Correct Answer: A [Only 1 is correct]
Notes:
Statement 1 is correct:
The YSR Arogyasri scheme is aimed at providing free of cost medical treatment for people who are economically weaker. The scheme targets people who have an income up to 5 lakh INR per annum. The eligible beneficiaries are given Arogyasri cards for this purpose.
Statement 2 is incorrect:
The YSR Arogyasri scheme was launched by the Andhra Pradesh state government. It provides free of cost treatment for those who require over 1,000 INR for treatment. The scheme is to cover 2,059 medical issues. Previously, it covered 1,059 issues.
35. With regards to the recent celebration of the Nagoba Jatara festival, consider the following statements:
- It is a tribal festival.
- It is celebrated in Telangana.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 is correct
[B] Only 2 is correct
[C] Neither 1 nor 2 is correct
[D] Both 1 and 2 are correct
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Correct Answer: D [Both 1 and 2 are correct]
Notes:
Statement 1 is correct:
Nagoba Jatara is a tribal festival celebrated in January every year. It is a 10 days festival and the second largest tribal festival. It is celebrated by the Mesaram clan of the Gond tribes, in several states of the country.
Statement 2 is correct:
The festival is most associated with the Gond tribes of Telangana. The tribes from other states- Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Odisha also offer prayers during this festival. The Gusadi dance is performed during this festival. The Betal Puja is a martial arts performance in this festival.
36. With regards to the recent discussions about the importance of the Adichanallur archaeological site, consider the following statements:
- It is located in Telangana.
- The site is noted for the excavation of ancient urns bearing Brahmi scripts.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 is correct
[B] Only 2 is correct
[C] Neither 1 nor 2 is correct
[D] Both 1 and 2 are correct
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Correct Answer: B [Only 2 is correct]
Notes:
Statement 1 is incorrect:
The Adichanallur is an archaeological site located in Tamil Nadu. It was proposed by the budget to be developed into an iconic site with an onsite museum. It is located in the Thoothukudi district and was first highlighted in 1876.
Statement 2 is correct:
One of the significant discoveries from this region is ancient urn bearing Tamil Brahmi script. The urn contained an entire human skeleton. Other important findings from this region are broken earthenware and remains of living quarters. The site dates back to the period between 905 BC and 696 BC.
37. What is the theme of Telangana’s biotechnology and life sciences forum ‘BioAsia 2020’?
[A] Life Science for All
[B] Today For Tomorrow
[C] Instrumental Life Sciences
[D] Better Bio-tech
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Correct Answer: B [Today For Tomorrow]
Notes:
The 17th edition of Asia’s largest biotechnology and life sciences forum, ‘BioAsia 2020’ recently commenced in the city of Hyderabad, Telangana.
The three-day event began with the theme of ‘Today for Tomorrow’. More than 2000 delegates from as many as 37 countries. A massive exhibition with 175 exhibitors and experts is also set to be organised. Switzerland, which is the partner country of this year’s conference, has sent its 40-member to participate in the event.
38. In which year was the separate High Court of Andhra Pradesh established after separation from Telangana?
[A] 2017
[B] 2018
[C] 2019
[D] 2020
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Correct Answer: C [2019]
Notes:
The separate High Court of the state of Andhra Pradesh after separation from Telangana was recently established in the year 2019. It was established in Amravati city which is the new capital of Andhra Pradesh.
39. Which among the following revolts were carried out by the Communists?
1. Tebhaga Movement
2. Telangana Movement
3. Naxalbari Movement
4. Andhra Pradesh Movement
Choose the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] 1 & 2
[B] 1 & 3
[C] 1, 3 & 4
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2, 3 & 4]
Notes:
The movements carried out by the Communists are Tebhaga Movement (1946), Telangana Movement (1946-48), Naxalbari Movement (1967), Andhra Pradesh Movement (1969—71).
40. Which among the following States are the largest and smallest respectively (in terms of geographical area)?
1. Chhattisgarh
2. Telangana
3. Andhra Pradesh
4. Uttarakhand
Choose the correct option from the codes given below :
[A] 1 & 2
[B] 1 & 4
[C] 3 & 4
[D] 3 & 2
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Correct Answer: C [3 & 4]
Notes:
The largest state (above mentioned) is Andhra Pradesh (160,205 sq km) and the Smallest state is Uttarakhand (53,483 sq km).
