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INDEX
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TOPICS
Government & Politics
History
Geography
Economy
Demographics
Culture
Literature
Film
Costumes
Festivals
Music & Dance
Cuisine
Education
Sports
Current Affairs of Andhra Pradesh
Current Facts on Andhra Pradesh
Amazing Facts on Andhra Pradesh
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GOVERNMENT & POLITICS

List of Ministers in Andhra Pradesh:SL.
NO.
NAME
DEPARTMENT
1.
N. Chandrababu Naidu
2.
K. E. Krishnamurthy
3.
Nimmakayala Chinarajappa
4.
Yanamala Rama Krishnudu
5.
B.Gopala Krishna Reddy
6.
Palle Raghunatha Reddy
7.
Ganta Srinivasa Rao
8.
Kimidi Mrunalini
9.
Atchannaidu Kinjarapu
10.
Chintakayala Ayyanna
Patrudu
Chief Minister, General Administration

Department, Law & Justice, Energy,
Infrastructure, Investment, Industries &
Commerce, Public Enterprises,
Cinematography, Tourism
Revenue, Stamps & Registration
Deputy Chief Minister, Home, Disaster
Management
Finance & Planning Commercial Taxes,
Legislative Affairs
Environment & Forests, Science &
Technology, Cooperation
Information & Public Relations,
Information Technology &
Communications, Non-Resident Indian
empowerment & Relations, Minority
Welfare & Empowerment
Human Resources Development,
Education (Primary Education,
Secondary Education, Higher & Technical
Education)
Rural Development, Housing, Sanitation
Labour & Employment, Factories, Youth
& Sports, Skill Development and
Entrepreneurship
Panchayat Raj, Rural Water Supply,
NREGS
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11.
Devineni Uma Maheswara

Rao
12. P. Narayana
13.
Paritala Sunitha
14.
Prathipati Pulla Rao
15.
Kamineni Srinivas
16.
Peethala Sujatha
17.
Sidda Raghava Rao
18.
Kollu Ravindra
19.
Ravela Kishore Babu
20.
Pydikondala Manikyala Rao
Irrigation, Command Area Development

& Water Resources Management
Municipal Administration & Urban
Development, Urban Water Supply and
Urban Planning
Price Monitoring, Consumer Affairs,
Food & Civil Supplies
Agriculture, Agri-Processing, Marketing
& warehousing, Animal Husbandry,
Dairy Development and Fisheries
Health
Women Empowerment, Child Welfare
and Disabled & Senior Citizens Welfare,
Mines & Geology
Transport, Roads and Buildings
BC Welfare & Empowerment,
Handlooms & Excise
Social Welfare & Empowerment, Tribal
Welfare & Empowerment
Endowments
1. Who is the present Governor of Andhra Pradesh?

(A) E. S. L. Narasimhan
(B) R Dasaratha Rami Reddy
(C) Agarala Eswar Reddy
(D) Tangi Satyanarayana
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Ans: - A - E.S.L. Narasimhn
Explanation - Ekkadu Srinivasan Lakshmi Narasimhan (born 1945) is an Indian
political figure who has been the Governor of Andhra Pradesh since December 2009.
He assumed office as the Governor of Telangana on 2 June 2014. Previously he was

Director of the Intelligence Bureau until 2006 and then Governor of Chhattisgarh from
2007 to 2010.
2. Who is the present speaker of Andhra Pradesh legislative assembly?

(A) Dr. A Chakrapani
(B) Kodela Siva Prasad Rao
(C) Mandali Buddha Prasad
(D) Yanamala Ramakrishnudu
Ans: - B - Kodela Siva Prasad Rao

Explanation - Kodela Siva Prasad Rao is an Indian politician from the state of
Andhra Pradesh. He has served as the first Speaker of the Legislative Assembly of
New Andhra Pradesh from 2014. Kodela served in N.T. RamaRao and Nara
Chandrababu Naidu cabinets. He also held the portfolios of Home, Health, Major
Irrigation, Panchayat Raj, Rural Development and Civil Supplies.
3. Who is the present deputy speaker of Andhra Pradesh legislative

assembly?
A. Yanamala Ramakrishnudu
B. Dr. A Chakrapani
C. Kodela Siva Prasad Rao
D. Mandali Buddha Prasad
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Ans: - D - Mandali Buddha Prasad
Explanation - Mandali Buddha Prasad (born 26 May 1956 in Nagayalaka, Krishna
District in Andhra Pradesh) is an Indian politician and Deputy Speaker of Andhra
Pradesh, India. He carved a niche for himself in the political field of Andhra Pradesh
with his unique personality. He is a staunch follower of Gandhian principles and a
leader with Service motto and national outlook.
4. Who is the present leader of Vidhan Parishad in Andhra Pradesh

legislative assembly?
(A) Kodela Siva Prasad Rao
(B) Mandali Buddha Prasad
(C) Yanamala Ramakrishnudu
(D) Dr. A Chakrapani
Ans: - C - Yanamala Ramakrishnudu

Explanation - Yanamala Rama Krishundu is a senior politician from the Indian state
of Andhra Pradesh. He served as the Speaker of the Andhra Pradesh Legislative
Assembly from 1995 to 1999.
5. How many seats are in Andhra Pradesh legislative assembly?

(A) 250
(B) 176
(C) 192
(D) 156
Ans: - B 176
Explanation - The Andhra Pradesh Legislature is the state legislature of Andhra
Pradesh. The Andhra Pradesh legislature has been both unicameral and bicameral in
its history, 58 Members of Vidhan Parishad and 176 Members of Vidhan Sabha.
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List of political parties & their seats in

Andhra Pradesh legislative assembly:SL.
NO.
PARTY
SEATS
1.
Telugu Desam Party
102
2.
YSR Congress Party
67
3.
Bharatiya Janata Party
4.
Indian National Congress
5.
Communist Party of India
6.
Progressive Democratic Front
7.
PRTU
8.
Navodam Party
9.
Independents
10.
Nominated
Total
176
6. Who is the present leader of opposition in Andhra Pradesh legislative

assembly?
(A) Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy
(B) Mandali Buddha Prasad
(C) Yanamala Ramakrishnudu
(D) Dr. A Chakrapani
Ans: - A - Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy

Explanation - Yeduguri Sandinti Jaganmohan Reddy (born 21 December 1972), also
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called Jagan is an Indian politician and the president of YSR Congress Party and
Leader of Opposition in the Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly since June 2014. He
is the son of the former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy.
List of Chief Ministers 1956 to till date:SL.

NO.
NAME
TERM OF OFFICE
1.
Neelam Sanjiva Reddy
1 November 1956
11 January 1960
2.
Damodaram Sanjivayya
11 January 1960
12 March 1962
3.
Neelam Sanjiva Reddy
12 March 1962
20 February 1964
4.
Kasu Brahmananda Reddy
21 February 1964
30 September 1971
5.
Pamulaparti Venkata Narasimha

Rao
30 September 1971
10 January 1973
11 Jan 1973
10 December 1973
6.
Vacant
(President's rule)
Jalagam Vengala Rao
10 December 1973
6 March 1978
7.
Marri Chenna Reddy
6 March 1978
11 October 1980
8.
Tanguturi Anjaiah
11 October 1980
24 February 1982
9.
Bhavanam Venkatarami Reddy
24 February 1982
20 September 1982
10.
Kotla Vijaya Bhaskara Reddy
20 September 1982
9 January 1983
11.
Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao
9 January 1983
16 August 1984
12.
Nadendla Bhaskara Rao
16 August 1984
16 September 1984
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13.
16 September 1984
2 December 1989
14.
Marri Chenna Reddy
3 December 1989
17 December 1990
15.
Nedurumalli Janardhana Reddy
17 December 1990
9 October 1992
16.
Kotla Vijaya Bhaskara Reddy
9 October 1992
12 December 1994
17.
12 December 1994
1 September 1995
18.
Nara Chandrababu Naidu
1 September 1995
14 May 2004
19.
Yeduguri Sandinti Rajasekhara

Reddy
14 May 2004
2 September 2009
20.
Konijeti Rosaiah
3 September 2009
24 November 2010
21.
Nallari Kiran Kumar Reddy
25 November 2010
1 March 2014
Vacant
(President's rule)
Nara Chandrababu Naidu
1 March 2014
8 June 2014
8 June 2014
Till Date
22.
7. In which year Telugu Desam Party was founded by N. T. Rama Rao?

(A) 29th June 1982
(B) 29th March 1982
(C) 29th April 1982
(D) 29th July 1982
Ans: - B - 29th March 1982

Explanation - Telugu Desam Party abbreviated as TDP, is a regional political party
active in the Indian states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. The party was founded
by N. T. Rama Rao on 29 March 1982. Since 1995, the party is headed by Nara
Chandrababu Naidu, the incumbent Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh. The party's
headquarters is located at NTR Bhavan in the Hyderabad.
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HISTORY
1. In which year freedom fighter Gottipati Brahmayya awarded with Padma
Bhushan?
(A) 1982
(B) 1900
(C) 1975
(D) 1960
Ans: - A 1982
Explanation - Gottipati Brahmaiah or Gottipati Brahmayya (3 December 18891984)
was a freedom fighter, popularly known as Ryotu Pedda (Leader of Farmers). He was
awarded the Padma Bhushan in 1982.
2. In which year freedom fighter Kalluri Chandramouli was born?

(A) 15th October 1898
(B) 15th November 1898
(C) 15th August 1898
(D) 15th July 1898
Ans: - B - 15th November 1898

Explanation - Kalluri Chandramouli (November 15, 1898 January 21, 1992) was a
freedom fighter, philanthropist, scholar and a great devotee of Lord Rama, in the state
of Andhra Pradesh, South India. He was educated in Scotland and acquired a postgraduate degree in agriculture. Upon his return to India, he joined the freedom
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movement in 1926. As a member of the Indian National Congress he became
president of the Guntur District Congress Committee.
3. In which year Vavilala Gopala Krishna awarded with Padma Vhushan?

(A) 1990
(B) 1985
(C) 1992
(D) 1998
Ans: - C 1992
Explanation - Vavilala Gopala Krishna (1906 29 April 2003) was a legislator in the
1950s and 1960s and religiously followed the Gandhian philosophy. He started his
career as a journalist but became involved in the freedom struggle. After
Independence, he was elected to the assembly of the Madras Presidency in 1952, the
Andhra State assembly in 1955, and the Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly in 1962
and 1967 from Sattenapalli.
4. In which year freedom fighter Sardar Gouthu Latchanna was born?

A. 16th January 1909
B. 16th March 1909
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C. 16th June 1909
D. 16th August 1909
Ans: - D - 16th August 1909
Explanation - Sardar Gouthu Latchanna (16 August 1909 19 April 2006) was a
veteran freedom fighter from India. He was a champion of kisans, backward classes,
weaker sections and one of the most prominent leaders of his time. He was arrested
at a very young age of 21 when he participated in the Salt Satyagraha at Palasa.
5. In which year freedom fighter Alluri Sitarama Raju was passed away?
(A) 7th May 1924
(B) 7th June 1924
(C) 7th July 1924
(D) 7th August 1924
Ans: - A - 7th May 1924

Explanation - Alluri Sitarama Raju was an Indian revolutionary involved in the Indian
independence movement. Raju led the "Rampa Rebellion" of 192224, during which a
band of tribal leaders and other sympathisers fought against the British Raj. He was
referred to as "Manyam Veerudu" ("Hero of the Jungles") by the local people.
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6. In which year freedom fighter Gogineni Ranga Nayukulu was born?
(A) 11th June 1900
(B) 11th July 1900
(C) 11th August 1900
(D) 11th September 1900
Ans: - B - 11th July 1900

Explanation - Gogineni Ranga Nayukulu, better known as N. G. Ranga (7 November
1900 9 June 1995), was an Indian freedom fighter, parliamentarian, and kisan
(farmer) leader. He was an exponent of the peasant philosophy, and considered the
father of the Indian Peasant Movement after Swami Sahajanand Saraswati.
7. In which year Uyyalawada Narasimha Reddy was passed away?

(A) 22nd January 1847
(B) 22nd March 1847
(C) 22nd February 1847
(D) 22nd April 1847
Ans: - C - 22nd February 1847

Explanation - Uyyalawada Narasimha Reddy is credited to be one of the first
freedom fighters in India. His was the first revolt in India against the British
occupation, 10 years earlier than India's First War of Independence (term) of 1857
also known as Indian Rebellion of 1857.
8. In which year freedom fighter Potti Sreeramulu was born?

(A) 16th April 1901
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(B) 16th January 1901
(C) 16th October 1901
(D) 16th March 1901
Ans: - D - 16th March 1901

Explanation - Potti Sreeramulu (16 March 1901 15 December 1952), was an Indian
revolutionary. A devout follower of Mahatma Gandhi, he worked for much of his life for
humanitarian causes, including support for the Dalit community. Commenting on
Sreeramulu's dedication and fasting ability, Gandhi once said "If only I have eleven
more followers like Sriramulu I will win freedom [from British rule] in a year.
9. Ranganthaswami Temple is situated in which district of Andhra Pradesh?

(A) Nellore
(B) Guntur
(C) Kurnool
(D) Anantapur
Ans: - A - Nellor
Explanation - The Sri Ranganthaswami Temple in Nellore, Andhra Pradesh, India is
a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Ranganatha a resting form of Lord Vishnu. This
temple, also called Talpagiri Ranganathaswami temple or Ranganayakulu is one of the

oldest temples in Nellore. It is located on the banks of the Penna River and is
believed to have been constructed in the 12th century.
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10. Pushpagiri Temple Complex is situated in which state of India?
(A) Telangana
(B) Andhra Pradesh
(C) Rajasthan
(D) Gujarat
Ans: - B - Andhra Pradesh

Explanation - The Pushpagiri Temple Complex is situated in the Cuddapah district of
Andhra Pradesh, India. It is located on the banks of the Pinakini River that meanders
through the District which has origins on Nandi Hills in Karnataka and is located at a
distance of about 16 kilometres from the district headquarters.
11. Venkateswara Swamy Temple is situated in which district of Andhra

Pradesh?
(A) Nellore
(B) Guntur
(C) Chittoor
(D) Kurnool
Ans:- C - Chittor
Explanation - Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple is a landmark Vaishnavite temple
situated in the hill town of Tirumala at Tirupati in Chittoor district of Andhra Pradesh,
India. The Temple is dedicated to Lord Venkateswara, an incarnation of Vishnu, who is

believed to have appeared here to save mankind from trials and troubles of Kali Yuga.
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12. Kanaka Durga Temple is situated in which rivers bank?

(A) Godavari
(B) Sabari
(C) Penna
(D) Krishna
Ans: - D - Krishna
Explanation - Kanaka Durga Temple is a famous hindu Temple of Goddess Durga
located in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh. The temple is located on the Indrakeeladri hill,
on the banks of Krishna River. Kaalika puraana, Durgaa sapthashati and other vedic
literature have mentioned about Goddess Kanaka Durga on the Indrakeelaadri and
have described the deity as Swayambhu, (self-manifested) in Triteeya kalpa.
13. Visakha Museum is situated in which state in India?

(A) Andhra Pradesh
(B) Telengana
(C) Madhya Pradesh
(D) Haryana
Ans:- A - Andhra Pradesh

Explanation - Visakha Museum is a museum located in the port city of
Visakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh, India which houses the historical treasures and
artifacts of the Kalingandhra region.
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14. In which century Kodandarama Swamy temple was built?

(A) 10th century
(B) 16th century
(C) 12th century
(D) 8th century
Ans:- B - 16th century

Explanation - Sri Kodandarama Swamy temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to the
god Rama, located in Vontimitta town in Korajampet taluk of Kadapa District in the
Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. The temple, an example of Vijayanagara architectural

style, is dated to the 16th century. It is stated to be the largest temple in the region.
15. Kondaveedu Fort is situated in which district of Andhra Pradesh?

(A) Kurnool
(B) Anantapur
(C) Guntur
(D) Anantapur
Ans: - C - Guntur
Explanation - Kondaveedu Fort is located in Kondaveedu village in the Chilakaluripet
constituency of Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh, India. It is a hill fortress located 1,700
feet (520 m) above m.s.l. Apart from this main fort, there are two other forts (names
not known) nearby. All three forts are now in ruins.
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16. In which century Kanipakam Vinayaka Temple was built?

(A) 9th century
(B) 16th century
(C) 10th century
(D) 11th century
Ans:- D - 11th century
Explanation - Kanipakam Vinayaka Temple or Sri Varasidhi Vinayaka Swamy Temple
is a Hindu temple of Ganesha. It is located in Kanipakam in Chittoor, Andhra Pradesh,

India. This historic temple is in Kanipaakam in Irala Mandal, Chittoor District. It is
about 11 km from Chittoor town.
17. Kanaka Maha Lakshmi temple is situated in which state of India?

(A) Andhra Pradesh
(B) Madhya Pradesh
(C) Arunachal Pradesh
(D) Mizoram
Explanation - Sri Kanaka Maha Lakshmi is the presiding deity of Visakhapatnam
locals. The temple is located in Burujupeta of Visakhapatnam city.
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GEOGRAPHY
1. The total length of Godavari River is ________________.
(A) 1,465 Km
(B) 1,265 Km
(C) 1,165 Km
(D) 1,054 Km
Ans: - A - 1,465 Km
Explanation - The Godavari is the second longest river in India after the river
Ganges having its source at Tryambakeshwar, Maharashtra. It starts in Maharashtra
and flows east for 1,465 kilometres (910 mi) emptying into Bay of Bengal draining the
Indian states Maharashtra (48.6%), Telangana( 18.8%), Andhra Pradesh (4.5%),
Chhattisgarh (10.9%), Madhya Pradesh (10.0%), Odisha (5.7%) and Karnataka.
2. The total length of Krishna River is ______________.

(A) 1,200 Km
(B) 1,400 Km
(C) 1,100 Km
(D) 1,500 Km
Ans: - B - 1,400 Km
Explanation - The Krishna River is the fourth biggest river in terms of water inflows
and river basin area in India, after the Ganga, Godavari and Brahmaputra. The river is
almost 1,300 kilometres (810 mi) long. The river is also called Krishnaveni. It is a
major source of irrigation for Maharashtra, Karnataka, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.
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3. The total length of Penna River is ________________.

(A) 500 Km
(B) 450 Km
(C) 597 Km
(D) 650 Km
Ans:- C - 597 Km
Explanation - The Penna is a river of southern India. The Penna rises on the hill of
Nandi Hills in Chikballapur District of Karnataka state, and runs north and east through
the state of Andhra Pradesh to empty into the Bay of Bengal. It is 597 kilometres
(371 mi) long, with a drainage basin 55,213 square kilometres (21,318 sq mi) large.
4. The total length of Tungabhadra River is ______________.

(A) 431 Km
(B) 212 Km
(C) 350 Km
(D) 531 Km
Ans: - D - 531 Km
Explanation - The Tungabhadra River is a river in India that starts and flows through
the state of Karnataka during most of its course, before flowing along the border
between Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh and ultimately joining the Krishna River along
the border of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. In the epic Ramayana, the Tungabhadra
River was known by the name of Pampa.
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5. The total length of Sabari River is _____________.

(A) 418 Km
(B) 218 Km
(C) 318 Km
(D) 518 Km
Ans: - A - 418 Km
Explanation - It originates from the western slopes of Eastern Ghats in Odisha state
from Sinkaram hill ranges at 1370 m MSL. It is also known as Kolab River in
Odisha.The Sabari river basin receives nearly 1250 mm annual average rainfall. It
forms common boundary between Chhattisgarh and Odisha states and later enters into
Andhra Pradesh to merge with River Godavari.
6. Swarnamukhi River is flows through in which state of India?

(A) Rajasthan
(B) Bihar
(C) Andhra Pradesh
(D) Madhya Pradesh
Ans: - C - Andhra Pradesh

Explanation - The Swarnamukhi is a river in southern India. The holy Hindu temples
of Tirumala and Srikalahasti are located in the river basin. It was mentioned as
Mogaleru in the works of Dhurjati.
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7. In which year Godavari Arch Bridges construction was completed?

(A) 1900
(B) 1995
(C) 1998
(D) 1997
Ans: - D - 1997
Explanation - The Godavari Arch Bridge is a bowstring-girder bridge that spans the
Godavari River in Rajahmundry, India. It is the latest of the three bridges that span
the Godavari River at Rajahmundry. The Havelock Bridge being the earliest, was built
in 1897, and having served its full utility, was decommissioned in 1997.
8. In which year Old Godavari Bridge was opened?

(A) 30th August 1900
(B) 30th April 1900
(C) 30th June 1900
(D) 30th October 1900
Ans: - A - 30th August 1900

Explanation - The Old Godavari Bridge or The Havelock Bridge is a decommissioned
bridge that spans the Godavari River in Andhra Pradesh, India. Commissioned in
1900, the bridge served trains plying between Howrah and Madras. It is the earliest of
three bridges that span the Godavari River at Rajahmundry. The Godavari Arch Bridge
was later constructed as a replacement for the Havelock Bridge.
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9. The total length of PenumudiPuligadda Bridge is _________________.

(A) 200 Km
(B) 259 Km
(C) 300 Km
(D) 359 Km
Ans: - B - 259 Km
Explanation - Penumudi-Puligadda Bridge is located on the Krishna River on National
Highway 214. It spans the river from Penumudi in Guntur district to Puligadda in
Krishna district, and hence the name. The bridge became operational on 27 May 2006,
and was inaugurated by the then Chief Minister YS Rajasekhara Reddy.
10. Who built the Dowleswaram Barrage?

(A) Sir Robert Cotton
(B) Sir Rojer Cotton
(C) Sir Arthur Thomas Cotton
(D) Sir Tony Thomas Cotton

Ans: - C - Sir Arthur Thomas Cotton
Explanation -The Dowleswaram Barrage is an irrigation structure which is built on the
lower stretch of the Godavari River before it empties into the Bay of Bengal. It was
built by a British irrigation engineer, Sir Arthur Thomas Cotton. His many projects
averted famines and stimulated the economy of southern India. Before this barrage
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was constructed many hectares of land has been flooded with water and was unused.
11. In which year Nagarjuna Sagar Dam was opened?

(A) 1900
(B) 1950
(C) 1980
(D) 1967
Ans:- D - 1967
Explanation - Nagarjuna Sagar Dam was built across the Krishna River at Nagarjuna
Sagar where the river is forming boundary between Guntur District of Andhra
Pradeshstate and Nalgonda district of Telangana state in India. The construction
duration of the dam was between the years of 1955 and 1967. The dam created a
water reservoir whose gross storage capacity is 11.472 billion cubic metres.
12. The total length of Prakasam Barrage is ________________.

(A) 1,223.5 m
(B) 1,423.5 m
(C) 1,525.5 m
(D) 1,675.5 m
Ans: - A - 1,223.5 m
Explanation - The structure of the Prakasam Barrage stretches 1223.5 m across the
Krishna River connecting Krishna and Guntur districts. The barrage serves also as a
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road bridge and spans over a lake. The three canals associated with the barrage run
through the city of Vijayawada crossing it and giving it a Venetian appearance.
13. Tatipudi Reservoir is situated in which district of Andhra Pradesh?

(A) Chittoor
(B) Vizianagaram
(C) Kadapa
(D) Krishna
Ans:- B - Vizianagaram
Explanation - Tatipudi Reservoir is a water reservoir on River Gosthani located in
Tatipudi, Vizianagaram in Andhra Pradesh. It is a water supply reservoir to the city of

Visakhapatnam. Thatipudi Reservoir Project was constructed across Gosthani River
during 1963-1968.
14. The total length of Srisailam Dam is _____________.

(A) 412 m
(B) 312 m
(C) 512 m
(D) 712 m
Ans: - C - 512 m
Explanation - The Srisailam Dam is constructed across the Krishna River on the
border of Mahabubnagar District, Telangana and Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh near
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Srisailam temple town and is the 2nd largest capacity working hydroelectric station in
the country.
15. In which year Sri Venkateshwara National Park was established?

(A) 1970
(B) 1965
(C) 1900
(D) 1989
Ans: - D - 1989
Explanation - Sri Venkateshwara National Park is a national park and biosphere
reserve in Andhra Pradesh, India. The total area of the park is 353 km2. The park is
known for its many waterfalls including the Talakona, Gundalakona and Gunjana.
16. In which year Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary was established?

(A) 5th July 1978
(B) 5th June 1978
(C) 5th April 1978
(D) 5th March 1978
Ans:- A - 5th July 1978

Explanation - Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary is a wildlife sanctuary and estuary situated
in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is the second largest stretch of mangrove forests in India
with 24 mangrove tree species and more than 120 bird species. It is home to the
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critically endangered white-backed vulture and the long billed vulture.
17. The total area of Krishna Wildlife Sanctuary is _________________.

(A) 184.81 Km2
(B) 194.81 Km2
(C) 130.75 km2
(D) 155.55 Km2
Ans: - B - 194.81 Km2

Explanation - Krishna Wildlife Sanctuary is a wildlife sanctuary and estuary located in
Andhra Pradesh, India. It is one of the rarest eco-regions of the world owing to the
fact that it harbors vast tracts of pristine mangrove forests. It is believed among
conservationists as one of the last remaining tracts of thick primary mangrove forests
of South India, which is rapidly disappearing due to absence of protective measures.
18. Rollapadu Wildlife Sanctuary is situated in which district of Andhra

Pradesh?
(A) Chittoor
(B) Vizianagaram
(C) Kurnool
(D) Krishna
Ans: - D - Krishna
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Explanation - Rollapadu Wildlife Sanctuary is a wildlife sanctuary in the Kurnool
district of Andhra Pradesh, India. Known primarily as a habitat of the great Indian
bustard, the species has suffered a drastic fall in its numbers in the sanctuary in
recent years.
19. Sri Lankamalleswara Wildlife Sanctuary is situated in which state of

India?
(A) Andhra Pradesh
(B) Rajasthan
(C) Bihar
(D) Uttar Pradesh
Ans: - A - Andhra Pradesh

Explanation - Sri Lankamalleswara Wildlife Sanctuary is a wildlife sanctuary
headquartered in Kadapa, Andhra Pradesh, India. It is the only habitat in the world
which provides home for the Jerdon's courser, a highly endangered bird species. In
addition to that it is also a home to nearly 176 families of vegetation and living
organisms.
20. In which year Kaundinya Wildlife Sanctuary was established?

(A) 1880
(B) 1990
(C) 1995
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(D) 1885
Ans: - B - 1990
Explanation- Kaundinya Wildlife Sanctuary is a wildlife sanctuary and an elephant
reserve situated in Andhra Pradesh, India.It is the only sanctuary in Andhra Pradesh
with a population of Asian elephants, which migrated after 200 years from
neighbouring regions.
21. The total area of Kambalakonda Wildlife Sanctuary is ________________.

(A) 60.60 km2
(B) 50.50 km2
(C) 70.70 Km2
(D) 80.80 Km2
Ans: - C- 70.70 Km2

Explanation - The Kambalakonda Wildlife Sanctuary is a forest located near
Visakhapatnam. It is under the control of Andhra Pradesh Forest Department since
March 10, 1970. Earlier the land was under the control of Maharajah of Vizianagaram.
It was named after the local hillock Kambalakonda.
22. In which year Indira Gandhi Zoological Park was opened in Andhra
Pradesh?
(A) 1900
(B) 1960
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(C) 1980
(D) 1977
Ans: - D - 1977
Explanation - Indira Gandhi Zoological Park is located amidst Kambalakonda Reserve
Forest in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India. This Zoological Park is named after
The Former Prime Minister of India, Mrs. Indira Gandhi. It was declared open to the
public on 19 May 1977. It covers an area of 625 acres (253 ha). It is situated in
Visakhapatnam amidst the scenic Eastern Ghats of India.
List of districts of Andhra Pradesh:SL. NO.
DISTRICT NAME
HEADQUARTERS AREA (Km2)
DENSITY (Km2)
1.
Anantapur
Anantapur
19,130
213
2.
Chittoor
Chittoor
15,152
275
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
East Godavari
Guntur
Kadapa
Krishna
Kurnool
Nellore
Prakasam
Kakinada
Guntur
Kadapa
Machilipatnam
Kurnool
Nellore
Ongole
10,807
11,391
15,359
8,727
17,658
13,076
17,626
477
429
188
519
229
227
193
10.
11.
12.
13.
Srikakulam
Visakhapatnam
Vizianagaram
West Godavari
Srikakulam
Visakhapatnam
Vizianagaram
Eluru
5,837
11,161
6,539
7,742
462
340
384
490
23. Which is the highest mountain in Andhra Pradesh?
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(A) Kappa Konda
(B) Kandenmarai
(C) Pochamagat
(D) Innaglur
Ans: - A - Kappa Konda

Explanation - Kappa Konda is a 3,840 ft / 1,171 m mountain peak near
Narsipatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India. Based on peakery data, it ranks as the 1st
highest mountain in Andhra Pradesh and the 259th highest mountain in India.
24. The total height of Kandenmarai Mountain is ___________________.

(A) 2,050 ft
(B) 2,231 ft
(C) 2,100 ft
(D) 2,000 ft
Ans: - B - 2,231 ft
Explanation - Kandenmarai is a 2,231 ft / 680 m mountain peak near Zahirabad,
Andhra Pradesh, India. Based on peakery data, it ranks as the 2nd highest mountain
in Andhra Pradesh and the 318th highest mountain in India.
25. Which is the 3rd highest mountain in Andhra Pradesh?

(A) Kappa Konda
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(B) Kandenmarai
(C) Pochamagat
(D) Innaglur
Ans: - C - Pochamagat
Explanation - Pochamagat is a 2,125 ft / 648 m mountain peak near Mahbubnagar,
Andhra Pradesh, India. Based on peakery data, it ranks as the 3rd highest mountain
in Andhra Pradesh and the 325th highest mountain in India.
26. The total height of Innaglur Mountain is _________________.

(A) 2,100 ft
(B) 2,400 ft
(C) 3,100 ft
(D) 2,080 ft
Ans: - D - 2,080 ft
Explanation - Innaglur is a 2,080 ft / 634 m mountain peak near Kadiri, Andhra
Pradesh, India. Based on peakery data, it ranks as the 4th highest mountain in
Andhra Pradesh and the 327th highest mountain in India.
27. The total height of is _________________.

(A) 2,052 ft
(B) 3,052 ft
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(C) 2,500 ft
(D) 2,100 ft
Ans: - D - 2,052 ft
Explanation - Pirmulo is a 2,052 ft / 626 m mountain peak near Uppal Kalan,
Andhra Pradesh, India. Based on peakery data, it ranks as the 5th highest mountain
in Andhra Pradesh and the 332nd highest mountain in India.
28. Kailasakona waterfall is situated in which district of Andhra Pradesh?

(A) Anantapur
(B) Chittoor
(C) Nellore
(D) Srikakulam
Ans: - B - Chittor
Explanation - Kailasakona - waterfalls - 80 km (Picnic spot) Kailasakona is a
beautiful perennial waterfall, situated in the Nagari valley of Chittoor District. This
sacred waterfall is rich in minerals and possesses medicinal powers.
29. Kalyana Revu waterfall is situated in which state of India?

(A) Haryana
(B) Rajasthan
(C) Andhra Pradesh
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(D) Maharashtra

Explanation - Kalyana Revu WaterFalls (also called Kalyan Drive Falls) is a waterfall
located to the North of Palamaner in the Chittoor district of India. Coming under the
koudinya wildlife sanctuary the falls are located 10 kilometres from Palamaner.
30. Which waterfalls is also called as Tada Falls?

(A) Kalyana Revu Water Falls
(B) Kailasakona Water Falls
(C) Katiki Water Falls
(D) Ubbalamudug Water Falls
Ans: - D - Ubbalamudug Water Falls

Explanation - Ubbalamudugu Falls (also called Tada Falls) is a waterfall located to
the North of Sricity in the Chittoor district of India. Coming under the Buchinaidu
kandriga and Varadaiahpalem mandals the falls are located 80 kilometres (50 mi) from
Chennai and 35 kilometres (22 mi) from Srikalahasti.
31. What is the state bird of Andhra Pradesh?

(A) Hornbill
(B) Indian roller
(C) Hill myna
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(D) Yellow-throated bulbul
Ans:- B - Indian roller

Explanation - The Indian roller (Coracias benghalensis), is a member of the roller
family of birds. They are found widely across tropical Asia stretching from Iraq
eastward across the Indian Subcontinent to Indochina and are best known for the
aerobatic displays of the male during the breeding season.
32. What is the state flower of Andhra Pradesh?

(A) Lotus
(B) Pink rhododendron
(C) Palash
(D) Kani konna
Ans: - A - Lotus
Explanation - Nelumbo nucifera, also known as Indian lotus, sacred lotus, bean of
India, or simply lotus, is one of two species of aquatic plant in the family
Nelumbonaceae. The Linnaean binomial Nelumbo nucifera (Gaertn.) is the currently
recognized name for this species, which has been classified under the former names,
Nelumbium speciosum (Willd.) and Nymphaea nelumbo, among others.
33. What is the state tree of Andhra Pradesh?

(A) Hollong
(B) Neem
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(C) Orchid tree
(D) Sal
Ans: - B - Neem
Explanation - Azadirachta indica, also known as Neem, Nimtree, and Indian Lilac is
a tree in the mahogany family Meliaceae. It is one of two species in the genus
Azadirachta, and is native to India and the Indian subcontinent including Nepal,
Pakistan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.
34. What is the state animal of Andhra Pradesh?

(A) Mithun
(B) Indian rhinoceros
(C) Blackbuck
(D) Wild buffalo
Ans: - C - Blackbuck
Explanation - The blackbuck also known as the Indian antelope is an antelope found
in India. The blackbuck is the sole extant member of the genus Antelope. The species
was described and given its binomial name by Swedish zoologist Carl Linnaeus in
1758.
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ECONOMY
GSDP growth rates:YEAR
GSDP (Current Prices)

(in Rs. Billions)
GROWTH RATES
199900
200001
200102
200203
200304
200405
200506
200607
201314
201415
Rs. 1294.03
Rs. 1450.9
Rs. 1571.5
Rs. 1681.43
Rs. 1908.8
Rs. 2104.49
Rs. 2360.34
Rs. 2691.73
Rs. 9,013,300
Rs. 16,866,950
12.12%
10.82%
8.31%
7.00%
13.52%
10.25%
12.16%
14.04%
12.12%
10.82%
1. What is the major food crop of Andhra Pradesh?

(A) Rice
(B) Wheat
(C) Maize
(D) Fish
Ans: - A - Fish
Explanation - Agriculture has been the chief source of income and main occupation
for the state with 60% of population engaged in agriculture and related activities. Rice
is the major food crop and staple food of the state.
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2. Andhra Pradesh has the biggest seaport at _______________.
(A) Vijayawada
(B) Rajahmundry
(C) Visakhapatnam
(D) Tirupati
Ans: - C - Visakhapatnam
Explanation - Visakhapatnam Airport is a customs airport located in Visakhapatnam,
India. It is the largest and busiest airport in the state of Andhra Pradesh. It is
approximately 12 km (7.5 mi) from Visakhapatnam and operates as a civil enclave on

an Indian Navy airfield named INS DEGA.
3. Vijayawada Airport is situated in which district of Andhra Pradesh?

(A) Anantapur
(B) Chittoor
(C) Nellore
(D) Krishna
Ans: - D - Krishna
Explanation - Vijayawada Airport is a public airport serving Vijayawada, Andhra
Pradesh, India. The airport is located 13.5 km (8.4 mi) from the city, on National
Highway 16 connecting Chennai to Kolkata. Its runway was extended in 2011, allowing
for the operation of bigger aircraft.
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4. Krishnapatnam Port is situated in which state of India?
(A) Andhra Pradesh
(B) Rajasthan
(C) Maharashtra
(D) Kerala
Ans: - A - Andhra Pradesh

Explanation - Krishnapatnam Port is a privately built and owned all weather, deep
water port on the east coast of India, located in the Nellore District of Andhra
Pradesh. It is located about 190 km north of the Chennai Port and 18 km east of the
city of Nellore.
5. Vijayawada Thermal Power Plant is situated in which district of Andhra

Pradesh?
(A) Anantapur
(B) Krishna
(C) Chittoor
(D) Nellore
Ans: - B - Krishna
Explanation - Dr Narla Tata Rao Thermal Power Plant or Vijayawada Thermal Power
Plant is located at Vijayawada in Andhra Pradesh. The power plant is one of the coalbased power plants of APGENCO.
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6. Rayalaseema Thermal Power Station is situated in which district of
Andhra Pradesh?
(A) Chittor
(B) Nellore
(C) Kadapa
(D) Guntur
Ans:- C - Kadapa
Explanation - Rayalaseema Thermal Power Station is located at Kadapa in Andhra
Pradesh. The power plant is one of the coal based power plants of APGENCO.
Rayalaseema Thermal Power Plant was developed under 3 stages namely stage I, II
and III. The station is performing well in the recent years by achieving height plant
load factor.
7. Andhra Pradesh accounts for about ______________% of total production

of Barytes in India.
(A) 85%
(B) 70%
(C) 65%
(D) 93%
Ans: - D - 93%
Explanation - Baryte or barite (BaSO4) is a mineral consisting of barium sulfate. The

baryte group consists of baryte, celestine, anglesite and anhydrite. Baryte is generally
white or colorless, and is the main source of barium. Baryte and celestine form a solid
solution (Ba,Sr)SO4.
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DEMOGRAPHICS
Andhra Pradesh demographics table data:DESCRIPTION
2011
2001
Approximate Population
Actual Population
Male
Female
Population Growth
Percentage of total Population
Sex Ratio
Child Sex Ratio
Density/km2
Density/mi2
Area(Km2)
Area mi2
Total Child Population (0-6 Age)
Male Population (0-6 Age)
Female Population (0-6 Age)
Literacy
Male Literacy
Female Literacy
Total Literate
Male Literate
Female Literate
8.46 Crores
84,580,777
42,442,146
42,138,631
10.98%
6.99%
993
939
308
796
275,045
106,195
9,142,802
4,714,950
4,427,852
67.02 %
74.88 %
59.15 %
50,556,760
28,251,243
22,305,517
7.62 Crore
76,210,007
38,527,413
37,682,594
13.86%
7.41%
978
961
277
718
275,045
106,196
10,171,857
5,187,321
4,984,536
60.47 %
70.32 %
50.43 %
39,934,323
23,444,788
16,489,535
1. What is the population density of Andhra Pradesh according to census

2011?
(A) 308/Km2
(B) 408/Km2
(C) 508/Km2
(D) 608/Km2
Ans:- A - 308/Km2
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Explanation - Andhra Pradesh ranks tenth of all Indian States in the Human
Development Index scores with a score of 0.416. The National Council of Applied
Economic Research district analysis in 2001 reveals that Krishna, West Godavari and
Chittoor are the three districts in rural AP with the highest Human Development Index
scores in ascending order.
Religion in Andhra Pradesh:RELIGION
PERCENTAGE
Hindus
Muslims
Others
91.25%
6.25%
2.50%
2. Which district has the largest urban population in Andhra Pradesh

according to census 2011?
(A) Visakhapatnam
(B) Chittor
(C) Nellore
(D) Kadapa
Ans:- A - Visakhapatnam
Explanation - Visakhapatnam district has the largest urban population of 47.5% and
Srikakulam district with 83.8%, has the largest rural population, among others districts
in the state.
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CULTURE
LITERATURE
1. Who wrote Telugu grammar Andhra Shabda Chintamani?
(A) Nannaya Bhattaraka
(B) Tikkana
(C) Yerrapragada
(D) Pothana
Ans:- A - Nannaya Bhattaraka

Explanation - Nannaya Bhattaraka is the earliest known Telugu author, and the
author of the first third of the Andhra mahabharatam, a Telugu retelling of the
Mahabharata. Nannaya is held in high regard as the person who revived the Telugu
language.
2. Who wrote the book Danava Vadha?

(A) Gurazada Apparao
(B) Gudipati Venkata Chalam
(C) Kavisekhara Dr Umar Alisha
(D) Tummala Seetharama Murthy
Ans: - C - Kavisekhara Dr Umar Alisha
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Explanation - Kavisekhara Dr Umar Alisha (28 February 1885, in Pithapuram 23
January 1945, in Narsapur) was the sixth Peethadhipathi of Sri Viswa Viznana Vidya
Adhyatmika Peetham in Pithapuram, India. He succeeded his father Mohiddin
BadushaI.
3. Who wrote the English poem Sarangadhara?

(A) Gudipati Venkata Chalam
(B) Gurazada Apparao
(C) Kavisekhara Dr Umar Alisha
(D) Tummala Seetharama Murthy
Ans:- B - Gurazada Apparao

Explanation - Gurazada Venkata Apparao (18621915) was a Telugu poet and writer
of Andhra Pradesh, India. He wrote the Telugu play, Kanyasulkam, which is often
considered the greatest play in the Telugu language.
4. Who wrote the novel Premalekhalu?

(A) Tirupati Venkata Kavulu
(B) Tripuraneni Ramaswamy
(C) Garikapati Narasimha Rao
(D) Gudipati Venkata Chalam
Ans: - D -Gudipati Venkata Chalam

Explanation - Gudipati Venkata Chalam aka Chalam (18941979), a Telugu writer
and philosopher, was one of the most influential personalities in modern Telugu
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literature.
5. Who wrote the novel Parivartanam?

(A) Tripuraneni Gopichand
(B) Tirupati Venkata Kavulu
(C) Tripuraneni Ramaswamy
(D) Garikapati Narasimha Rao
Ans: - A - Tripuraneni Gopichand

Explanation - Tripuraneni Gopichand (8 September 1910 - 2 November 1962) was a
Radical humanist, Telugu short story writer, novelist, editor, essayist, playwright and
film director. Gopichand was son of renowned a social reformer, and play writer
Tripuraneni Ramaswamy .Gopichand inspired by M.N.Roy's Radical Humanism, and
became the first state secretary of Radical Democratic Party (India) Andhra Pradesh.
6. In which year Gurram Jashuva was presented with the Sahitya Akademi
Award?
(A) 1975
(B) 1964
(C) 1960
(D) 1985
Ans:- B - 1964
Explanation - Gurram Jashuva (28 September 1895 24 July 1971) was a Telugu
poet. He was recognized with awards by Government of India. His literature's impact
on the society was studied by researchers. Literary awards were instituted in his
memory.
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7. Who wrote the Telugu drama Pandava Pravasamu?

(A) Tripuraneni Gopichand
(B) Keshava Reddy
(C) Tirupati Venkata Kavulu
Ans:- C - Tirupati Venkata Kavulu

Explanation - Tirupati Venkata Kavulu refers to the Telugu poet duo Divakarla
Tirupati Sastry (18721919) and Chellapilla Venkata Sastry (18701950). These twin
poets are acclaimed as the harbingers of modern poetry in Telugu. They have
dramatised several of the Hindu epics into dramas and plays consisting of singable
verses set to perfect meter.
8. In which year Chilakamarti Lakshmi Narasimham was born?

(A) 26th October 1867
(B) 26th August 1867
(C) 26th July 1867
(D) 26th September 1867
Ans:- D - 26th September 1867

Explanation - Chilakamarti Lakshmi Narasimham (26 September 1867 17 June
1946) was an Indian play writer, novelist and author of short stories, who wrote in the
Telugu language. He was a romantic and a social reformer in the tradition founded by
Veeresalingam. His best-known plays are probably Gayopakhyanam (1909) and
Ganapati (1920).
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9. Who wrote the story Raja Makutam?
(A) D.V. Narasaraju
(B) Keshava Reddy
Ans: - A - D.V. Narasaraju

Explanation - D.V. Narasaraju or Datla Venkata Narasaraju (July 15, 1920 - August
28, 2006) was a writer and director of South India films and playwright. He has written
stories such as Gundamma Katha, Yamagola, and Donga Ramudu.
10. In which year Madhunapantula Satyanarayana Sastry was presented with

the Sahitya Akademi Award?
(A) 1960
(B) 1968
(C) 1950
(D) 1954
Ans:- B - 1968
Explanation - Madhunapantula Satyanarayana Sastry (b: March 5, 1920 - d:
November 7, 1992) is one of the most eminent personalities in pure Telugu literature
of recent times. He lived in Rajahmundry in East Godavari District of Andhra Pradesh

of South India.
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11. Who wrote the poetry Dharmapatni?
(A) Viswanatha Satyanarayana
(B) Keshava Reddy
Ans:- A - Viswanatha Satyanarayana

Explanation - Viswanatha Satyanarayana (10 September 1895 18 October 1976)
was born to Sobhanadri and Parvathi in the year 1895 at Nandamuru, Krishna District,
Andhra Pradesh. He was a Telugu writer of the 20th century.
12. In which year Srirangam Srinivasa Rao was passed away?

(A) 15th April 1983
(B) 15th August 1983
(C) 15th June 1983
(D) 15th July 1983
Ans:- C - 15th June 1983

Explanation - Srirangam Srinivasa Rao (30 April 1910 15 June 1983), popularly
known as Sri Sri, was a Telugu poet and lyricist. He was a member of PEN INDIA,
Sahitya Academy, and Vice-President of the South Indian Film Writers Association,
Madras and President of the revolutionary writers association of Andhra.
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FILM
1. What was the name of first Telugu silent film?
(A) Bhishma Pratigna
(B) Patala Bhairavi
(C) Devadasu
(D) Maro Charithra
Ans: - A - Bhishma Pratigna

Explanation - Filmmaker Raghupathi Venkaiah Naidu was involved in many aspects
of Indian cinema's history, like producing short films and travelling to different regions
in Asia to promote film work. In 1921, he produced the first Telugu silent film,
Bhishma Pratigna. He is cited as the father of Telugu cinema.
2. Who directed the film Pathala Bhairavi?

(A) B. Nagi Reddy
(B) Aluri Chakrapani
(C) Pingali Nagendrarao
(D) Kadiri Venkata Reddy
Ans:- D - Kadiri Venkata Reddy

Explanation - Pathala Bhairavi is a 1951 Indian bilingual fantasy film written by
Pingali Nagendrarao and directed by Kadiri Venkata Reddy. The film was produced by
B. Nagi Reddy and Aluri Chakrapani under the banner Vijaya Vauhini Studios.
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3. In which year Telugu film Devadasu was released?
(A) 26th June 1953
(B) 26th April 1953
(C) 26th January 1953
(D) 26th March 1953
Ans: - A - 26th June 1953

Explanation - Devadasu is a 1953 Indian bilingual romance film, directed by
Vedantam Raghavaiah and produced by D. L. Narayana for Vinodha Pictures. Aluri
Chakrapani wrote the script based on Sharat Chandra Chattopadhyay's novel, Devdas.
C. R. Subbaraman composed the film's music.
4. Who directed the film Mayabazar?

(A) B. Nagi Reddy
(C) Kadiri Venkata Reddy
(D) Pingali Nagendrarao
Ans: - C - Kadiri Venkata Reddy

Explanation - Mayabazar is a 1957 Indian bilingual epic fantasy film directed by
Kadiri Venkata Reddy. It was produced by B. Nagi Reddy and Aluri Chakrapani under
their banner, Vijaya Vauhini Studios. The film was shot in both Telugu and Tamil with
the same title, but with a few differences in the cast.
5. In which year the Telugu film Nartanasala was released?
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(A) 11th April 1963
(B) 11th October 1963
(C) 11th May 1963
(D) 11th June 1963
Ans: - B - 11th October 1963

Explanation - Nartanasala, also written as Nartanashala was a 1963, Indian epic
mythological Telugu film written by Samudrala Raghavacharya and directed by
Kamalakara Kameswara Rao. It was produced by Rajyam Pictures in Black and White.
The film was a blockbuster.
6. Who directed the Telugu film Maa Bhoomi?

(A) Goutam Ghose
(D) Pingali Nagendrarao
Ans: - A - Goutam Ghose

Explanation - Maa Bhoomi is a 1980 Telugu drama film written and produced by B.
Narsing Rao based on a play by Krishan Chander on the Telangana Rebellion in
Hyderabad State. The film depicts a typical life of villagers under feudalistic society in
Telangana region.
7. Who produced the film Sagara Sangamam?

(A) Goutam Ghose
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(D) Edida Nageshwara Rao
Ans: - D - Edida Nageshwara Rao

Explanation - Sagara Sangamam is a 1983 Telugu musical dance film directed by K.
Viswanath and produced by Edida Nageswara Rao, starring Kamal Haasan, Jayaprada,
Geetha, Sarath Babu, S. P. Sailaja and Chakri Toleti. Upon release, the film received
positive reviews and became a box office hit.
8. In which year the Telugu film Magadheera was released?

(A) 31st July 2009
(B) 31st April 2009
(C) 31st January 2009
(D) 31st August 2009
Ans: - A - 31st July 2009

Explanation - Magadheera is a 2009 Indian Telugu-language romantic-action film,
written by K. V. Vijayendra Prasad and directed by S. S. Rajamouli. Based on the
theme of reincarnation, the film was produced by Allu Aravind of Geetha Arts.
9. Who directed the film Tenali Ramakrishna?

(A) Edida Nageshwara Rao
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(B) B. S. Ranga
(C) Aluri Chakrapani
(D) Kadiri Venkata Reddy
Ans: - B - B.S. Ranga

Explanation - Tenali Ramakrishna is a 1956 Indian bilingual historical drama film
produced and directed by B. S. Ranga under the production company Vikram Studios.
Apart from directing, Ranga also handled the cinematography for the film. The film
was made simultaneously in Telugu and Tamil with the same title.
10. In which year the Telugu film Baahubali: The Beginning was released?
(A) 10th June 2015
(B) 10th April 2015
(C) 10th July 2015
(D) 10th May 2015
Ans: - C - 10th July 2015

Explanation - Baahubali: The Beginning is a 2015 Indian epic historical fiction film
directed by S. S. Rajamouli. Produced by Shobu Yarlagadda and Prasad Devineni, it
is the first of two cinematic parts and was simultaneously made in Telugu and Tamil.
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COSTUMES
1. What is the traditional dress of men in Andhra Pradesh?
(A) Pant & Shirt
(B) Lungi
(C) Dhoti & Kurta
(D) Jeans & Shirt
Ans:- C - Dhoti & Kurta

Explanation - Dresses for men in Andhra Pradesh include Dhoti and Kurta. Christian
and Hindu men usually wear Dhoti and Kurta. Muslim men put up pajamas in place of
dhoti and kurta with a Fez Cap.
2. What is the traditional dress of women in Andhra Pradesh?

(A) Saree and Blouse
(B) Salwar Kameez
(C) Jeans and Tops
(D) Pant and Shirt
Ans:- A - Saree and Blouse

Explanation - Women of all religions and communities including Muslim women wear
sari and blouse. There are some Muslims who wear Salwar Kameez as well.
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3. The Gadwal saree made in which state of India?

(A) Rajasthan
(B) Bihar
(C) Maharashtra
(D) Andhra Pradesh
Ans:- D - Andhra Pradesh

Explanation - The popular saree is Gadwal saree which is made in Gadwal region of
Andhra Pradesh.
4. Which saree was one of the first woven costumes of Nalgonda District in
Andhra Pradesh?
(A) Dharmavaram sarees
(B) Ikkat sarees
(C) Mangalgiri sarees
(D) Gadwal sarees
Ans: - B - Ikkat sarees
Explanation - The Ikkat saree was one of the first woven costumes of Nalgonda
District. However, now its main manufacturing sites are Chautuppal, Pochampalli and
Puttapaka villages. A complete knowledge is important for their designing purpose.
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FESTIVALS
1. What is the name of Telugu New Year festival?
(A) Makara Sankranti
(B) Ugadi
(C) Dasara
(D) Atla Tadde
Ans:- B - Ugadi
Explanation - Ugadi is the New Year's Day for the people of the Kannada and
Telugu communities in India. It falls on a different day every year because the Hindu
calendar is a lunisolar calendar.
2. Varalakshmi Vrata festival celebrated in which state of India?

(A) Maharashtra
(B) Bihar
(C) Andhra Pradesh
(D) Assam

Explanation - Varalakshmi Vrata is a festival to propitiate the goddess Lakshmi, the
consort of Vishnu, one of the Hindu Trinity. Varalakshmi is one who grants boons
(Varam). It is an important pooja performed by many women in the states of Andhra

Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.
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3. Who are celebrated the Atla Taddi the traditional festival of Andhra
Pradesh?
(A) Women
(B) Men
(C) Married Men
(D) Married Women
Ans:- D - Married Women

Explanation - Atla Taddi is a traditional festival celebrated by married Hindu women
of Andhra region in Andhra Pradesh, India, for the health and long life of their
husbands. It occurs on the 3rd night after the full moon in Aswiyuja month of Telugu
calendar, and falls in either September or October in the Gregorian calendar.
4. Deepothsavam is a traditional festival celebrated in which state of India?

(A) Andhra Pradesh
(B) Madhya Pradesh
(C) Rajasthan
(D) Maharashtra

Explanation - Deepothsavam is a traditional festival celebrated by married Hindu
women of the Andhra region of Andhra Pradesh, India during Deepavali.
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MUSIC & DANCE

1. Kuchipudi dance form was originated from which district of Andhra
Pradesh?
(A) Visakhapatnam
(B) Chittor
(C) Nellore
(D) Krishna
Ans: - D - Krishna
Explanation - Kuchipudi is one of the ten major Indian classical dances. It originated
in a village of Krishna district in modern Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. Kuchipudi is
a dance-drama performance art, with its roots in the ancient Hindu Sanskrit text of
Natya Shastra.
2. Butta bommalu the folk dance is popular in which state of India?

(A) Chittor District
(B) East Godavari District
(C) West Godavari District
(D) Nellore District
Ans:- C - West Godavari District

Explanation - A typical folk dance form, popular in Tanuku of West Godavari District
of Andhra Pradesh, Butta Bommalu which literally means basket toys are made of
wood-husk, dry grass and cow dung. Each dancer wears a different mask over the
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head and shoulders enlarging the scope of the performer and dances to a non-verbal
rhythm which adds colour to the movements.
3. Lambadi dance form performed in which state of India?

(A) Andhra Pradesh
(B) Rajasthan
(C) Maharashtra
(D) Assam

Explanation - Associated with daily tasks harvesting, planting, sowing etc., the
Lambadi is performed by the banjaras, a semi-nomadic tribe seen all over Andhra
Pradesh. Costumes embroidered with glass beads and mirrors, ornate jewellery, ivory
bangles, brass anklets and a natural rhythm make this dance a colourful exposition of
joy which is the highlight of many a festive occasion.
4. Kolatam dance is also called Kolanna in which district of Andhra

Pradesh?
(A) Visakhapatnam
(B) Chittor
(C) Nellore
(D) Prakasam
Ans:- D - Prakasam
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Explanation - 'Kolatam', or the stick dance, is one of the most popular dance
narratives in Andhra Pradesh. It is also called as Kolannalu or Kolkolannalu. A rural

art usually performed during village festivals, kolatam is a combination of rhythmic
movements, songs and music. It is known as Dandia ras in Gujarat, Garbha in
Rajasthan, etc.
5. Burra katha is performed in which state of India?

(A) Andhra Pradesh
(B) Mizoram
(C) Kerala
(D) Bihar

Explanation - Burra katha, also spelled Burrakatha, is an oral storytelling technique in
the Katha tradition, performed in villages of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. The
troupe consists of one main performer and two co-performers.
6. Which dance is an ancient form of dance from the state of Andhra

Pradesh?
(A) Bhamakalapam
(B) Veeranatyam
(C) Dhimsa
(D) Kuchipudi
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Ans:- B Veeranatyam
Explanation - Veeranatyam or Dance of the brave is an ancient form of dance from
the state of Andhra Pradesh, with associated religious significance.
7. In which year the famous musician Chitti Babu was born?

(A) 13th August 1936
(B) 13th April 1936
(C) 13th October 1936
(D) 13th June 1936
Ans:- C - 13th October 1936

Explanation - Chitti Babu (October 13, 1936 February 9, 1996) was a renowned
classical musician from India, and arguably one of the greatest Veena artistes, in the
Carnatic Music genre of South India, who became a legend in his own lifetime.
8. In which year the famous musician Patri Satish Kumar was born?
(A) 3rd April 1970
(B) 3rd June 1970
(C) 3rd May 1970
(D) 3rd August 1970
Ans:- D - 3rd August 1970

Explanation - Patri Satish Kumar (born 3 August 1970; Vizianagaram, Andhra
Pradesh) is an Indian Carnatic musician and player of the mridangam.
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9. In which year Dr. Nookala Chinna Satyanarayana was passed away?
(A) 11th July 2013
(B) 11th May 2013
(C) 11th June 2013
(D) 11th August 2013
Ans:- B - 11th July 2013

Explanation - Mahamahopadhyaya Dr. Nookala Chinna Satyanarayana (4 August
1923 11 July 2013) was a Carnatic musician, a classical vocalist, musicologist,
author and teacher, a great administrator and motivator. He was a performer on All
India Radio and Doordarshan who participated in Sangeeta Sammelans, outdoor
broadcasts and national programmes innumerable times.
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CUISINE
1. Aavakaaya is a variety of Indian pickle its originated from which state
of India?
(A) Karnataka
(B) Kerala
(C) Andhra Pradesh
(D) Bihar
Ans:- C - Andhra Pradesh

Explanation - Aavakaaya is a variety of Indian pickle popular in South India with its
origin in Andhra Pradesh. The main ingredients are mangoes and aavalu (powdered
mustard) and a combination of other spices used for pickling.
2. What are the main ingredients for making a Dosa?

(A) Rice and Black gram
(B) Rice and Vegetables
(C) Rice and Sugar
(D) Rice and Fruits
Ans:- A - Rice and Black gram

Explanation - Dosa is a kind of pancake made from a fermented batter. Its main
ingredients are rice and black gram. Dosa is part and parcel of the South Indian diet
and popular all over the Indian subcontinent. Traditionally, Dosa is served hot along
with sambar and chutney. It can be consumed with idli podi as well.
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3. Generally Idli is made with black lentils and ______________.

(A) Sugar
(B) Rice
(C) Vegetables
(D) Fruits
Ans:- B - Rice
Explanation - It is the famous food of South India. It is steamed cake of fermented
black lentils and rice. It is preferred in daily breakfast. It is served with chutney and
sambhar.
4. Generally Uttapam is made with Rice and ________________.

(A) Fruit
(B) Milk
(C) Vegetables
(D) Urad Dal
Ans:- D - Urad Dal

Explanation - It is made from batter of urad dal and rice. It is thick pancake with
toppings. It is also known as Indian Pizza.
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EDUCATION
Universities of Andhra Pradesh:SL. NO.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
21.
22.
NAME OF UNIVERSITY
LOCATION
ESTD.
Andhra University
Adikavi Nannaya University
Gandhi Institute of Technology and
Management (GITAM)
Acharya Nagarjuna University
Acharya N.G. Ranga Agricultural
University
Damodaram Sanjivayya National Law
University
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University,
Srikakulam
Dr. Y.S.R.Horticultural University,
Tadepalligudem
NTR Health University
Dravidian University
Indian Institute of Management (IIM)
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)
Indian Institute of Information
Technology (IIIT)
Indian Institute of Information
Technology (IIIT)
Indian Institute of Petroleum and
Energy (IIPE)
Indian Institute of Science Education
and Research (IISER)
Indian Maritime University Visakhapatnam Campus
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological
University, Anantapur
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological
University, Kakinada
K L University
Krishna University
National Institute of Technology Andhra
Visakhapatnam
Rajahmundry
Visakhapatnam
1926
2006
1980
Guntur
Guntur
1976
1964
Visakhapatnam
2008
Etcherla
2008
Tadepalligudem
2007
Vijayawada
Kuppam
Visakhapatnam
Tirupati
Kurnool
1986
1997
2015
2015
2015
Sricity
2015
Visakhapatnam
2016
Tirupati
2015
Visakhapatnam
2008
Anantapur
1946
Kakinada
1946
Guntur
Machilipatnam
Tadepalligudem
1980
2008
2015
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23.
24.
25.
26.
27.
28.
29.
30.
31.
32.
33.
Pradesh
Rajiv Gandhi University of Knowledge
Technologies, Nuzvid
Rashtriya Sanskrit Vidyapeetha
Rayalaseema University
School of Planning and Architecture,
Vijayawada
Sri Krishnadevaraya University
Sri Padmavati Mahila Visvavidyalayam
Sri Sathya Sai University
Sri Venkateswara University
Vignan University
Vikrama Simhapuri University
Yogi Vemana University
Nuzvid
2008
Tirupati
Kurnool
Vijayawada
1961
2008
2008
Anantapur
Tirupati
Puttaparthi
Tirupati
Guntur
Nellore
Kadapa
1981
1983
1981
1954
1997
2008
2006
1. In which year Andhra Loyola College was established?

(A) 9th December 1953
(B) 9th August 1953
(C) 9th July 1953
(D) 9th April 1953
Ans:- A - 9th December 1953

Explanation - Andhra Loyola College (ALC or locally "Loyola College") is a Jesuit
educational institution in Andhra Pradesh, India, founded on 9 December 1953. Andhra

Loyola College was established on 9 December 1953 by the Society of Jesus
(Jesuits), an international religious order of Catholic priests and brothers founded by

Ignatius of Loyola, who run over 200 colleges and universities worldwide.
2. In which year Andhra Medical College was established?

(A) 19th April 1923
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(B) 19th July 1923
(C) 19th May 1923
(D) 19th June 1923
Ans:- B - 19th July 1923

Explanation - Andhra Medical College is a premier medical institution in Andhra
Pradesh, India; it is affiliated to NTR University of Health Sciences. It is the oldest

medical college in Andhra Pradesh & 6th oldest in India. It is one of the colleges
recognized by Medical Council of India.
3. In which year Andhra Pradesh Residential Degree College was

established?
(A) 1st April 1982
(B) 1st October 1982
(C) 1st November 1982
(D) 1st September 1982
Ans:- D - 1st September 1982

Explanation - The Andhra Pradesh Residential Degree College (APRDC) is a college
in Vijayapuri South, Nagarjunasagar. It was established by the initiative taken by the
then Chief Minister Sri Bhavanam Venkatarami Reddy, in 1982 by the Govt. of A.P in
G.O.Ms.No. 762 Edn., Dept., Dt.21-9-1982 under the Management of A.P Residential
Educational Society (Regd.), Hyderabad in fully Residential and Gurukul Pattern with
an aim to cater to the needs of rural talented students at undergraduate level.
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SPORTS
1. In which year Indian Chess grandmaster Humpy Koneru was born?
(A) 31st March 1987
(B) 31st August 1987
(C) 31st January 1987
(D) 31st December 1987
Ans:- A - 31st March 1987

Explanation - Humpy Koneru (born 31 March 1987 in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh)
is an Indian chess Grandmaster. In October 2007, she became the second female
player, after Judit Polgar, to exceed the 2600 Elo rating mark, being rated 2606.
2. Ambati Thirupathi Rayudu Indian cricketer was born in which district of

Andhra Pradesh?
(A) Kadapa
(B) Krishna
(C) Guntur
(D) Nellore
Ans:- C - Guntur
Explanation - Ambati Thirupathi Rayudu (born 23 September 1985) is an Indian
professional cricketer. He is a right-handed middle-order batsman, who occasionally
keeps the wicket, and a right-arm off break bowler. He plays for Baroda in domestic
cricket, and Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League (IPL).
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3. In which year grand master Pentala Harikrishna was born?

(A) 10th April 1986
(B) 10th May 1986
(C) 10th June 1986
(D) 10th August 1986
Ans:- B - 10th May 1986

Explanation - Pentala Harikrishna (born May 10, 1986) is a chess Grandmaster from
Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, India. He became the youngest grandmaster from India on
September 12, 2001, a record now held by Parimarjan Negi. He was Commonwealth
Champion in 2001, World Junior Champion in 2004 and Asian Individual Champion in
2011.
4. In which year Dronavalli Harika awarded with Arjuna Award?

(A) 2000
(B) 2004
(C) 2007
(D) 2010
Ans:- C 2007
Explanation - Dronavalli Harika (born 12th January 1991) is an Indian chess
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grandmaster. She gradually came to prominence wining the World Youth Chess
Championship in the Girls Under-14 and Under-18 categories. In 2011 she won the
Asian Individual Women Chess Championship. Her personal coach is N.V.S. Raju
Harika earned the Grandmaster title in July 2011.
5. In which year Karnam Malleswari awarded with Padma Shri?

(A) 1990
(B) 1996
(C) 1991
(D) 1999
Ans:- D 1999
Explanation - Karnam Malleswari (born 1st June 1975) is a retired Indian weightlifter.
She won the world title in the 54 Kg division in 1994 and 1995 and placed third in
1993 and 1996. She won another bronze medal at the 2000 Olympics, becoming the
first Indian woman to win an Olympic medal. In 1995 she received the Rajiv Gandhi
Khel Ratna.
6. In which year badminton player Chetan Anand Buradagunta was born?

(A) 8th July 1980
(B) 8th January 1980
(C) 8th April 1980
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(D) 8th May 1980
Ans:- A - 8th July 1980

Explanation - Chetan Anand Buradagunta (born July 8, 1980) is a badminton player
from India. Chetan Anand was a four time National Badminton champion in 2004,
2007, 2008 and 2010. He has a career best world ranking of world no 11. His
Ranking has dropped to 54 since October 2010 due to his ankle injury. He is also the
recipient of the prestigious Indian Arjuna Award.
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Current Affairs of Andhra Pradesh:-
Established
1 October 1953
Capital city
Hyderabad
Largest city
Largest city
Number of Districts
13
Name of Governor
E. S. L. Narasimhan
Current Chief Minister
Nara Chandrababu Naidu (TDP)
Total Area & Rank
61,855 sq mi & 8th Rank
Population & Rank (2011)
49,386,799 & 10 Rank
Current Facts on Andhra Pradesh

When Hyderabad became a part of Andhra Pradesh ?
Answer : Hyderabad State was a state in Independent
India. It existed from 1948 to 1956.
In 1956 during the Reorganisation of the Indian States based along
linguistic lines, the Telugu-speaking region of the state of Hyderabad
State was merged with Andhra State.
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In 1956, Gulbarga and Aurangabad divisions of Hyderabad state were

merged with Mysore state and Bombay state respectively. The
remaining portion of Hyderabad state, (Telangana), was merged with
Andhra state to form Andhra Pradesh state.
Who was the first Chief Ministers of Hyderabad State?
Answer : M. K. Vellodi (Mullath Kadingi Vellodi) (From 26 January

1950 to 6 March 1952)
Who was the first Chief Ministers of Andhra Pradesh?
Answer : Tanguturi Prakasam (From 1 October 1953 to 15 November

1954)
Which Language is rank third by the number of native speakers in

India ?
Answer : Telugu
On which Year Telugu Language has been declared one

of classical languages of India?
Answer : Telugu, along with Kannada, was declared as one of the

classical languages of India in the year 2008.
Which village in AP is known for stone craf?
Answer : Durgi is a village in Guntur district of Andhra Pradesh,

India. Durgi stone craft originated here in the 15th century.
Which state of India is know as Rice Bowl of India?
Answer : Andhra Pradesh is an exporter of many agricultural products

and is also known as "Rice Bowl of India"
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Amazing Facts on Andhra Pradesh

In which network provider along with aircel for 4G spectrum deal
to have cleared the Rs.3, 500 crore that is learnt by the Telecom
ministry?
Answer :- Airtel has entered into an agreement with Aircel to acquire

rights to use 4G spectrum of Aircel in eight telecom circles for Rs.3,500
crore. These eight circles include Tamil Nadu, including Chennai, Bihar,
Jammu and Kashmir, West Bengal, Assam, the North-East, Andhra
Pradesh and Odisha.
Which state is mulling to tap non-resident Kannadigas to set up

start-ups and technology units in its revised start-up policy?
Answer :- Karnataka is mulling to tap non-resident Kannadigas to set up

start-ups and technology units in its revised start-up policy, reflecting the
efforts by rival states Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. The state capital is
Indias start-up hub, with nearly a third of new firms being set up in the
city
In which place the maiden meeting of BRICS Working Group

meeting on Energy Saving and Energy Efficiency was held?
Answer :- Vishakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
What is the name of survey launched by Andhra Pradesh Chief

Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu to collect socio-economic data of
1.48 crore households in the state?
Answer :- Smart Pulse
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Which state along with Andhra Pradesh, Justice Lokur is inaugurated

the first e-court (paperless court) in the High Court of Judicature?
Answer :- Telangana
The Lower house passed the National Institute of Technology, Science,

Education and Research (Amendment) (NITSER) Bill, 2016 to establish
a National Institute of Technology in which state?
Answer :- Andhra Pradesh
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister inaugurated the Mission Harita Andhra

Pradesh to increase the green cover in which district?
Answer :- Krishna
Which state is working on the Telephone Service will operate on

Internet Platform starting with the 797 series?
Union Railway Minister and Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh flagged

off the new superfast intercity express train between which cities?
Answer :- Secunderabad and Vijayawada
Which State government joined with Garwood Centre for Corporate

innovation of UC Berkeley Haas School of Business to develop the
village Mori into a Smart Village?
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Which Postal Circle released the Information Booklet for public and
stamps on yoga for Philatelists on behalf of the International Day of
Yoga? (June)
Recent Facts on Andhra Pradesh

Which state will become the first state in the country to cent
percent of its urban regions Open Defecation Free by October 2?
Telugu film actor ______________ has adopted a village in
Andhra Pradeshs Guntur district village Burripalem under the
Smart Village-Smart Ward programme.
Answer :- Mahesh Babu
Which state has inaugurated the first lift irrigation project in
India?
Name the first direct container vessel between India and

Bangladesh that was flagged off from Krishnapatnam of Andhra
Pradesh to Chittagong on 28 March 2016.
Answer :- MV Harbour-1 Vessel
Five health care ATMS are opened in four states which of the
following states is one of them?
Answer:- Five Medicine ATMS will come in Madhya Pradesh,
Himachal Pradesh, Odisha and Andhra Pradesh under a health Ministry
pilot that merges telemedicine with a basic free drugs programme.
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Scheme God visiting the devotee has been started by which of the
following state under which priest of the local temple will visit
families to bless them on seven special occasions?
Giriputrika Kalyana Pathakam Scheme has been launched by which
of the following state govt to support the tribal women in their
quest for livelihood?
Microsoft India signed a Memorandum of Understanding with
which Indian State, as a part of which former will provide technical
knowledge to state?
Answer:- Andhra Pradesh
Which Indian state is going to host the 2019 National Games?
Answer :-Andhra Pradesh
Which Indian state has topped the list of National e-Transaction
Count maintained by the Electronic Transaction Aggregation and
Analysis Layer (Etaal)?
Which Indian state has decided to abolish VAT, CST on Sugar
factories and permit foreign institutions to establish their
campuses in the state?
Which of the following has become the first state of the country to
join the discom betterment scheme UDAY ?
Recently which state has launched She Autos scheme and
distributed 49 CNG-fuelled autos to women drivers?
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Which State Govt has announced to constitute Maritime Board to
address issues and challenges like diversification of cargo,
diversity of locations etc?
Answer:- Andhra Pradesh
Credit deal has been inked for the Andhra Pradesh Rural Inclusive
Growth Project between Centre, Andhra Pradesh and World Bank
for how much amount ?
Answer :-$75 million
Which state accomplished Indias first river-linking project,
linking rivers Godavari and Krishna?
In which district of Andhra Pradesh Indias first National
Investment and Manufacturing Zone (NIMZ) is going to be set
up?
Answer :- Prakasham
1500-MW ultra mega solar power park is sanctioned for which of
the following districts of Andhra Pradesh?
Answer:- Kadapa
Which Power Generating and distributing company is going to set
up a new solar power park in Andhra Pradesh?
Answer :-National Thermal Power Corporation Limited
Union Government on 4 February 2015 approved a development
package and adhoc support of 850 crore rupees for which state?
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ISROs PSLV C23 was launched on 30 June 2014 from Satish

Dhawan Space Centre at Sriharikota in Andhra Pradesh carrying
five satellites belonging to four countries. Name the countries.
Answer :- France, Germany, Canada and Singapore
Ultra Mega Solar Power Projects is proposed to be set in which all
States at a cost of 200 crore rupees?
Answer:-Rajasthan-Gujarat-Andhra Pradesh-Tamil Nadu-Laddakh
How long will Hyderabad act as a joint-capital of Telangana and
Andhra Pradesh?
Answer:- 10 years
Who was the elected as the first speaker of Andhra Pradesh after
bifurcation on 20 June 2014?
Answer :- Kodela Siva Prasada Rao
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General Knowledge & Current

FALAKATA, ALIPURDUAR, WEST BENGAL 735211 INDIA

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GOVERNMENT & POLITICS

Yanamala Rama Krishnudu

B.Gopala Krishna Reddy

Palle Raghunatha Reddy

Ganta Srinivasa Rao

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Chief Minister, General Administration

Devineni Uma Maheswara

Prathipati Pulla Rao

Sidda Raghava Rao

Ravela Kishore Babu

Pydikondala Manikyala Rao

Irrigation, Command Area Development

1. Who is the present Governor of Andhra Pradesh?

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He assumed office as the Governor of Telangana on 2 June 2014. Previously he was

2. Who is the present speaker of Andhra Pradesh legislative assembly?

Ans: - B - Kodela Siva Prasad Rao

3. Who is the present deputy speaker of Andhra Pradesh legislative

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4. Who is the present leader of Vidhan Parishad in Andhra Pradesh

Ans: - C - Yanamala Ramakrishnudu

5. How many seats are in Andhra Pradesh legislative assembly?

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List of political parties & their seats in

Telugu Desam Party

YSR Congress Party

Bharatiya Janata Party

Indian National Congress

Communist Party of India

Progressive Democratic Front

6. Who is the present leader of opposition in Andhra Pradesh legislative

Ans: - A - Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy

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List of Chief Ministers 1956 to till date:SL.

Neelam Sanjiva Reddy

Neelam Sanjiva Reddy

Kasu Brahmananda Reddy

Pamulaparti Venkata Narasimha

Marri Chenna Reddy

Bhavanam Venkatarami Reddy

Kotla Vijaya Bhaskara Reddy

Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao

Nadendla Bhaskara Rao

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Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao

Marri Chenna Reddy

Nedurumalli Janardhana Reddy

Kotla Vijaya Bhaskara Reddy

Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao

Nara Chandrababu Naidu

Yeduguri Sandinti Rajasekhara

Nallari Kiran Kumar Reddy

7. In which year Telugu Desam Party was founded by N. T. Rama Rao?

Ans: - B - 29th March 1982

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2. In which year freedom fighter Kalluri Chandramouli was born?

Ans: - B - 15th November 1898

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3. In which year Vavilala Gopala Krishna awarded with Padma Vhushan?