QUESTIONS DISTRIBUTION

Chapter Number of Questions

Coming of the Europeans 9

Andhra under the company 15

Andhra under the Crown 16

The wakening of Andhra 16

The Birth of the Andhra movement 12

Andhra and the Indian National Movement 25

Andhra in Madras Politics 16

Political Awakening in Telangana 5

Formation of Andhra State 12

Emergence of Andhra Pradesh 6

Political Crisis since 1956 18

Total 150
 APPSC GR-2 MAINS TEST 2 (27-04-24)
SOCIAL & CULTURAL HISTORY OF ANDHRA PRADESH
1. Who joined the Forward Bloc of Subash
Chandra Bose from Andhra?
(1) Madduri Annapurnayya
(2) Gottipati Brahmaiah
(3) Puchchalapalli Sundarayya
(4) N.Sanjiva Reddy
ANSWER: 1
EXPLANATION:
 Madduri Annapurnaiah was born on 20
March 1898 at Komaragiri village in
Kothapalli Mandal of East Godavari
district. His parents were Sri Jayaramayya
and Smt. Rajeswaramma. He was brought
up and educated by his elder brother
Dikshitulu, who taught him up till
matriculation.
 The speeches by Brahmajosula
Subrahmanyam planted a seed of
revolution in Madduri Annapurnaiah
while he was studying B.A. at Kakinada
College. He organized the District Student
Mahasabha, under the chairmanship of
Duggirala Gopala Krishna. The British
Government sentenced him to 18 months
of rigorous imprisonment for his article
published in the magazine
‘Chichulapidugu’. In that magazine, stories
of the first freedom struggle and stories of
the sacrifices of revolutionaries about the
Manyam rebellion led by Alluri
Sitaramaraju were published.
 During the Salt Satyagraha of 1930,
Annapurnaiah participated and went to
jail. He joined the Congress Socialist party
and worked to spread socialism. Then he
joined the Forward Bloc formed under the
leadership of Subhas Chandra Bose during
World War II. Later, the British
Government imprisoned him for four
years. After his release, he ran Jai Bharat
and Navashakti magazines. He laboured
for the country for 55 years and spent 14
years in jail. He was a freedom fighter who
believed that when independence will
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come, there will be no discrimination on
the basis of caste and colour.
2. Dutch established their trade centres in
Andhra in which of the following places:
A. Peddapalli
B. Narsipatnam
C. Bhimunipatnam
Choose the correct code:
(1) A and C (2) A and B
(3) B and C (4) All of the above
ANSWER: 4
EXPLANATION:
 IN 1602, the Dutch East India Company
was formed. The main interest of the
Dutch lay not in India but in the
Indonesian islands where spices were
available in abundance. They soon turned
out Portuguese from Malaya and
Indonesia. They also established trade
centres in Andhra at Masula, Peddapalli,
Narsipatnam, Bhimunipatnam, etc.
3. Consider the following statements with
regard to British East India Company:
A. Muhammud Quli Qutub Shah granted
them permission to established a trading
centre at Masula in the year 1611.
B. Jahangir granted them permission to
establish a factory at Surat.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(1) Only A (2) Only B
(3) Both A and B (4) Neither A nor B
ANSWER: 3
EXPLANATION:
 In the year 1611 the English East India
Company despatched a ship called ‘Globe’
under the command of Hippon to explore
the possibilities of trade prospects in the
Bay of Bengal and the Gulf of Siam. This
voyage is a memorable mile stone in the
history of Andhra. The ship by name Globe
touched Masula in the Coromandel coast.
Then the English opened negotiations
with the Qutub Shahi ruler of Golkonda,
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trading facilities on the coast of Andhra.
He gave permission to the Company to
establish a trading centre at Masula in the
year 1611.
 In 1612 Sir Thomas Roe visited to Mughal
Emperor Jahangir to arrange for a
commercial treaty that would give the
company exclusive rights to reside and
build factories in Surat and other areas. In
return, the company offered to provide
the Emperor with goods and rarities from
the European market. Jahangir accepted
the proposal and the company created
trading posts in Surat (where a factory was
built in 1613), Madras (1639), Bombay
(1668), and Calcutta (1690).
4. Consider the following statements:
A. English East India company received
permission from Damerla Chenappa to
build a fort at Madraspatnam, allowed to
mint coins and receive half the customs
and revenue of the port.
B. The English abandoned their factory at
Arumugan due to opposition from the
French.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(1) Only A (2) Only B
(3) Both A and B (4) Neither A nor B
ANSWER: 4
EXPLANATION:
 Damerla Venkatadri, who belonged to the
Velugoti family of Srikalahasthi, was the
governor of Chandragiri-rajya. He made
an offer to Francis Day, the official of the
Company then staying at Arumugan, to
establish a factory at Madraspatnam. He
even offered them the supply of fine
quality textiles at cheaper rates. Then
Francis Day entered negotiations with
Damerla Venkatadri and his brother
Aiyappa and obtained from them a grant
according to which the Company was
permitted to build a fort at
Madraspatnam, allowed to mint coins and
receive half the customs and revenue of
the port.
 The most potent danger that the
Company faced in Andhra at this time was
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the vexatious duties and taxes levied on it
by the local official of the sultans of
Golkonda. They tried to redress their
grievances by appealing help from the
sultan. But failed. Ultimately, they decided
to abandon Machilipatnam and to
establish new centres outside the
Golkonda kingdom. In this connection
they established a factory at Pulicat, but
left very soon due to Dutch opposition.
Then they established a centre Arumugan,
at present known as Duggarajupatnam,
located in the Nellore district. This was
also abandoned due to the fact that the
hinterland did not produce quality
textiles. Then they thought of going hack
to Machilipatnam. But when they went,
they found that it was no longer a
flourishing centre of textiles. Due to
famine, most of the artisans either dead or
migrated to places of safety.
5. Who among the following assumed the title
of Nizam-ul Mulk Asaf Jah to set himself as an
independent ruler with his base in
Hyderabad?
(1) Kartalab Khan (2) Bahadur Shah
(3) Alivardi Khan (4) Chin Qilich Khan
ANSWER: 4
EXPLANATION:
 The Mughul empire lost its strength after
the death of Auraugazeb in 1707. But the
Mughal glory did not extinguished but
eclipsed, for it continued to survive for a
few decades. During the first quarter of
the 18th century the provincial governors
tried to assert independence by taking the
incompetency of the later Moghul
emperors into consideration. One of them
was Mir Qumaruddin Khan Chin Qilich
Khan, otherwise popularly known as
Nizam-uI-Mulk. He was the founder of the
Hyderabad state in 1724.
6. Who among the following French governors
was appointed as the viceroy of all the
territory south of River Krishna by Muzaffar
Jang after he became the Nizam?
(1) Comte de Lally (2) Francois Martin
(3) Joseph Dupleix (4) Antoine Boyellau
ANSWER: 3
EXPLANATION:
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  After defeating Anwaruddin in the battle
of Ambur Muzaffar Jang was proclaimed
as the Nawab of Hyderabad. Muzaffar, as
a mark of gratitude, rewarded the French
with Machilipatnam and Divi regions.
Dupleix was made as viceroy of all the
territory south of the river Krishna. Thus,
the French power penetrated deep into
Andhra.
7. Consider the following statements with
regard to No-Tax campaign in
Pedanandipadu:
A. This campaign was organised by Congress
party and supported by its leaders like
Konda Venkatanappyya and Gollapudi
Sitarama Sastri.
B. The leader of the campaign was
Parvataneni Veerayya Chaudari.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(1) Only A (2) Only B
(3) Both A and B (4) Neither A nor B
ANSWER: 2
EXPLANATION:
 The most important episode in the Non-
cooperation movement in Andhra was the
no-tax campaign of Pedanandipadu Firka
of Bapatla Taluk of Guntur district. This
campaign was not organised by the
Congress though Congress leaders like
Konda Venkatappayya and Gollapudi
Sitarama Sastri supported the movement
and helped to sustain it. The leader of the
campaign was Parvataneni Veerayya
Chaudari who was noted for his integrity
and sincerity. The people supported him
without a second thought.
 Service grievances of the village officials
were represented to the Board of
Revenue by the village officers
Association. Their complaint was that they
were paid “too little pay” for “too much
work”. Another grievance was about the
reduction of the establishment. As their
grievances were not redressed the village
officers of Pedanandipadu submitted their
resignations. To appoint substitutes and
collect the revenue was not a feasible
proposition. The government’s prestige
suffered a serious blow. The people
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supported the village officers by refusing
to pay the taxes to the government.
8. Name the freedom fighter who designed and
handed over the tricolor (which later became
the national flag) to Mohandas Karamchand
Gandhi.
(1) Pingali Venkaiah
(2) Ayyadevara Kaleswar Rao
(3) Mutnuri Krishna Rao
(4) Gottipati Brahmaiah
ANSWER: 1
EXPLANATION:
 Born on August 2, 1876 in Krishna district
of Andhra Pradesh, Venkayya served as a
soldier in the British Army in South Africa
during the Anglo Boer war in Africa. A firm
believer in Gandhian principles and an
ardent nationalist, Venkayya met the
Mahatma during the war. He was 19 when
the meeting took place and formed an
association which would last for more
than 50 years.
 He met the Mahatma once again in
Vijayawada and showed him his
publication with the various designs of the
flag. Acknowledging the need for a
national flag, Gandhi then asked Venkayya
to design a fresh one at the national
congress meeting in 1921.
 Initially, Venkayya came up with saffron
and green colours, but it later evolved
with a spinning wheel at the centre and a
third colour-white. The flag was officially
adopted by the Indian National Congress
in 1931.
9. Consider the following statements with
regard to Kasinadhuni Nageswara Rao
Pantulu:
A. He launched the ‘Andhra Patrika‘, a
weekly from the metropolis of Bombay in
September 1908.
B. In 1926, he launched a publishing house
known as the Andhra Grandha Mala.
C. He served as the President of the Andhra
Pradesh Congress Committee for four
terms during the years 1924 to 1934.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(1) A and B (2) B and C
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 (3) A and C (4) All of the above
ANSWER: 4
EXPLANATION:
 Sri Nageswara Rao had the privilege of
becoming the President of the Andhra
Pradesh Congress Committee for four
terms during the years 1924 to 1934. As a
part of the constructive programs chalked
out by Gandhiji, the khaddar program was
already making much headway in Andhra.
Sri Nageswara Rao imparted the
necessary impetus and drive to the
khaddar popularisation work.
 Sri Nageswara Rao took up the challenge
when he launched the ‘Andhra Patrika‘, a
weekly from the metropolis of Bombay in
September 1908. A decade later in
January 1924, he launched a Telugu
Journal ‘Bharati‘ which has been
rendering signal service to the literary and
cultural advancement of the Andhras.
 In 1926, he launched a publishing house
known as the Andhra Grandha Mala. This
institution published as many as 20 books
besides reproducing many Telugu classics
as well as modern writings.
10. Consider the following statements with
regard to Raghupati Venkataratnam Naidu:
A. He worked as the Principal of the
Mehboob College, Secunderabad.
B. In 1925, he became the first elected Vice
Chancellor of Madras University.
C. He was awarded the title of Kaiser-i-Hind
by the British government in 1924.
D. He founded the Social Purity Association
in 1891.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(1) A, C and D (2) B, C and D
(3) A, B and C (4) All of the above
ANSWER: 4
EXPLANATION:
 Venkataratnam Naidu worked as the
Principal of the Mehboob College,
Secunderabad, and later the PR
Government College, Kakinada. In 1925,
he became the first elected Vice
Chancellor of Madras University and in
that capacity was responsible for creating
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several new departments of research and
teaching.
 Government recognised his contribution
to public work by awarding the Kaiser-i-
Hind Gold Medal and conferring a
knighthood on him in 1924.
 Naidu founded the Social Purity
Association in 1891 to train people as
honest citizens.
11. Consider the following statements with
regard to Mutnur Krishna rao:
A. He worked as an editor of Krishna Patrika
founded by Sankaran Nair.
B. He ran a magazine called Andhra Bharati.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(1) Only A (2) Only B
(3) Both A and B (4) Neither A nor B
ANSWER: 2
EXPLANATION:
 He joined Krishna Patrika, founded by
Konda Venkatapayya, as an assistant
editor and got promoted as its editor in
1907 in which capacity he worked till his
death in 1945.
 He also ran a Magazine called Andhra
Bharati for some time. He was
instrumental in the establishment of the
National College at Bandar. Prominent
politicians of the day were Pattabhi
Sitaramayya, Mocharla Ramachandra Rao,
Keta Ramashastri, Kopela Hanumantrao,
Ravuri Satyanarayana, D.V. Subbarao,
Katuri Nagayya and others were with him.
12. Consider the following statements with
regard to Lakshmanarao Komarraju:
A. He was appointed as diwan by the King of
Munagala Estate, Venkatarangarao
Nayani.
B. In 1901 along with Venkatarangarao
Nayani and Rangarao Ravichettu he
founded Srikrishna Devarayandhra
Bhasha Nilayam in Hyderabad to develop
Telugu language.
C. He was instrumental in establishing
“vijnana chandrika mandali” in Hyderabad
in 1905.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
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 (1) A and C (2) B and C
(3) A and B (4) All of the above
ANSWER: 4
EXPLANATION:
 After finishing his education in the
Maratha country, he was appointed as
diwan (minister in the king's court) by the
King of Munagala Estate (in the State of
Hyderabad), Raja (king) Venkatarangarao
Nayani. The king was a social reformer
with new ideas. He was also very much
interested in development of Telugu
language. Soon Lakshmanarao became a
friend of the king. King Nayani gave all the
support to Lakshmanarao for the
development of Telugu language.
 In 1901, Srikrishna Devarayandhra Bhasha
Nilayam institution was established in
Hyderabad to develop Telugu language
and literature in Telangana province of
independent Hyderabad State.
Lakshmanarao, together with King
Venkatarangarao Nayani and Rangarao
Ravichettu, founded this institution.
 He was instrumental in establishing
"vijnana chandrika mandali" in Hyderabad
in 1905, with the main purpose of
publishing texts on history and science in
Telugu language. However, because of
Nizam's (the Muslim King of Hyderabad
State) restrictions, this institution was
moved to Chennai (then Madras, capitol
of Madras province of British India, of
which coastal Andhra was a part). This
institute published various books in
Telugu on history, chemistry, zoology,
physics, mathematics, geography,
economics, political science,
Veeresalingamgari sweeya charitra,
Andhrula charitra by Veerabadhrarao
Chilakuri, Chandragupta charitra etc.
under his guidance. Also, novels like
Vimaladevi were published.
 He also published "Andhra vijnana
sarvasvam" which included three volumes
of essays on various topics in science and
arts. He contributed about 40 essays that
included articles on diverse subjects like
language, mathematics, astrology,
history, arts etc. During this period of
intensive research on various topics he
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ignored his health and became ill and died
on July 14, 1923 at a very young age. He
was not only a great person, but also an
institution by himself.
13. Bulusu Sambamurthy was associated with
which of the following national movements?
A. Home Rule Movement
B. Nagpur Satyagraha (1923)
C. Anti-Simon Commission agitation (1929)
D. Civil Disobedience Movement (1930)
Choose the correct code:
(1) A, C and D (2) A, B and D
(3) B, C and D (4) All of the above
ANSWER: 4
EXPLANATION:
 He was involved in the Home Rule
movement during the First World War.
When the ban was imposed on the
National flag in Nagpur, he joined the
satyagraha in July 1923 and played a key
role in the success of the Nagpur
Satyagraha. In December 1923, when the
annual general meeting of the Indian
National Congress was held in Kakinada,
he was given the charge as Reception
Secretary. In spite of the death of his only
son he effectively carried out the duty
given to him with unwavering dedication.
He also took an active part in the agitation
against the Simon Commission in 1929
and was imprisoned several times. He
participated in the Salt Satyagraha of 1930
and played a leading role. He vowed not to
eat salt until all taxes on salt had been
abolished. He was severely beaten by
police with batons while addressing a
historic gathering in Kakinada as part of
the Civil Disobedience Movement against
the British rulers.
14. The earliest Prarthana Samaj in Andhra was
established in 1878 by
(1) Pundit Sivanatha Sastry
(2) Veeresalingam
(3) Surya Prakasa Rao
(4) Mokkapati Subbarayudu
ANSWER: 2
EXPLANATION:
 The earliest Prarthana Samaj in Andhra
was established in 1878 by Veeresalingam
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 Pantulu. He was a British Indian social
reformer and writer who lived in the
Madras Presidency. He is often regarded
as the father of the Telugu Renaissance.
15. Who among the following led the Kisan and
agrarian movement in Andhra?
(1) D. Gopalakrishnaiah
(2) T. Prakasam
(3) N. G. Ranga
(4) Konda Venkatappayya
ANSWER: 3
EXPLANATION:
 Kisan Movement in Andhra was pioneered
by N.G. Ranga. He was an Indian freedom
fighter, classical liberal, parliamentarian
and farmers' leader. He was the founding
president of the Swatantra Party, and an
exponent of the peasant philosophy.
16. Who was elected as secretary of the
inaugural Andhra Mahasabha Conference in
1913 at Bapatla?
(1) Korra Mallaya
(2) K.V. Ranga Reddy
(3) Birsa Munda
(4) Konda Venkatappayya
ANSWER: 4
EXPLANATION:
Konda Venkatappayya
 He founded the Krishna Patrika in 1902
along with Vasu Narayana Rao and edited
the weekly magazine till 1905. Konda
Venkatappaiah was Secretary of the first
Andhra Mahasabha Conference held at
Bapatla in 1913 and president of the
Nellore Conference in 1917.
 He was president of the Guntur District
Congress Committee and rose to the
position of Secretary of the All India
Congress Committee in 1923. Konda
Venkatappaiah was President of the
Andhra Pradesh Congress Committee
between 1918 and 1923. He actively
participated in various activities of the
Indian freedom movement and was jailed
in 1930, 1932, and 1942. He translated
"The Rise of the Dutch Republic" (1856) by
John Lothrop Motley, into the Telugu
language in 1922, while a prisoner in
Cuddalore jail.
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 When Mahatma Gandhi launched the Civil
Disobedience movement in 1930-31, he
was President of the Andhra Pradesh
Congress Committee and in charge of the
movement in the State. He was elected to
the Madras Legislative Council from
Guntur-Tenali Constituency in 1937 and
worked as Secretary of the Congress
party.
17. For his exemplary work and sacrifices for the
freedom movement in Andhra, who has
fondly conferred the name 'Andhra Ratna’?
(1) Sri Duggirala Gopala Krishnaiah
(2) Chinnapa Reddy
(3) Konda Venkatappayya
(4) N.G. Ranga
ANSWER: 1
EXPLANATION:
 For his exemplary work and sacrifices for
the freedom movement in Andhra, he has
fondly conferred the name 'Andhra
Ratna’. Gopala Krishnaiah was a devotee
of the Hindu deity Rama and he organised
a cadre of workers whom he called Rama
Dandu (meaning Rama's Army) to work for
the cause of Swaraj. In 1921 the Congress
held its annual session at Vijayawada
where Rama Dandu played a prominent
role.
 He was a powerful orator and set up the
Andhra Vidya Peetha Gosthi, a literary
society but gave primacy to his political
career over his literary talents.
18. Select the correct pair(s) given below:
A. Kakinada Riot Case – 1917
B. Kotappakonda case – Chinnapa Reddy
C. The Chirala-Perala – Duggirala Gopala
Krishnaiah
Choose the correct code:
(1) Only A (2) Only B
(3) B and C (4) All of the above
ANSWER: 3
EXPLANATION:
 The Kakinada Riot Case took place in July
1907.
 The Kotappakonda case revolves around
the sacrifice and patriotism of Gade
Chinnapa Reddy, a freedom fighter born in
1864 in Andhra Pradesh. Inspired by Bal
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 Gangadhar Tilak's anti-colonial address in
1907, Chinnapa Reddy led the Non-
Cooperation Movement in his village. On
Shivratri day in 1909, he brought a
decorated 60 feet Prabha to
Kotappakonda as part of a ritual, but the
British police, during an encounter, shot
the bullocks accompanying him and
arrested Chinnapa Reddy.
 The Chirala-Perala movement was a
Satyagraha led by Duggirala Gopala
Krishnaiah in the Guntur district of Andhra
Pradesh. The movement was a result of
the colonial government's decision to
merge the villages of Chirala and Perala
into a municipality.
19. Consider the following statements regarding
the Battle of St Thome
A. The Battle of St Thome was part of the first
Carnatic war.
B. The Battle of St Thome was held between
the English East India Company and
Nawab of Carnatic.
C. The Battle of St Thome was held on the
banks of the Adyar River.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(1) A and B (2) B and C
(3) A and C (4) All of the above
ANSWER: 3
EXPLANATION:
 In 1740 England and France participated in
the Austrian Succession War. The first
Carnatic war was the extension of the
Austrian Succession War. In that battle,
under the brilliant leadership of Dupleix,
The French forces retaliated against the
English and occupied Madras. Then the
English appealed to the Nawab of Carnatic
to save their settlement from the French.
The Nawab sent an army against the
French and later defeated the former at
St. Thome on the banks of Adyar River.
20. Consider the following statements regarding
the modern history of Andhra
A. The battle of Chandurthi was fought
between the forces of Raja of
Vijayanagaram and English East India
Company.
B. The battle of Chandurthi was held in 1759.
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C. The English East India Company was
expelled from the circars with the battle of
Chandurthi.
Which of the statements given above is
correct?
(1) Only B (2) Only A and C
(3) Only C (4) All the above
ANSWER: 1
EXPLANATION:
 The battle of Chandurthi was fought
between the combined forces of Raja Of
Vijayanagaram and English East India
Company against the French. The forces of
Raja and Col. Ford marched towards
Rajahmundry and fought battle against
the French at Chandurthi in 1759. In this
battle the French were defeated
summarily by the combined forces of Raja
and the company. The battle of
Chandurthi was a turning point in the
history of the Company for the French
were expelled from the circars.
21. The French had lost all their possessions in
India in which among the following Battle?
(1) Fourth Carnatic War
(2) Battle of St. Thome
(3) Battle of Wandiwash
(4) Battle of Chandurthi
ANSWER: 3
 In the carnatic the French and the English
were locked in a deadly contest on 22nd
January, 1760 at Wandiwash. The English
general Eyre Coote signally defeated the
French. The battle of Wandiwash washed
away the French from India. Within a very
short time, after this battle, the French
had lost all their possessions in India.
22. Consider the following statements regarding
the battle of Padmanabham
A. The battle of Padmanabham was held in
1794.
B. The battle of Padmanabham was fought
between the combined forces of Raja of
Vijayanagaram and British against the
forces of French.
C. In the battle of Padmanabham the Raja of
Vijayanagaram was defeated and killed.
Which of the statements given above
is/are correct?
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 (1) A and B (2) B and C
(3) A and C (4) All of the above
ANSWER: 3
EXPLANATION:
 The battle was between the forces of Raja
of Vizianagaram and English East India
Company at Padmanabham in 1794. In
this battle the Raja was defeated and
killed.
23. Consider the following statements regarding
the administrative rearrangement made by
the English East India Company in Andhra in
first half of 19th century
A. The coastal areas was divided into four
collectorates.
B. The Rayalaseema region (ceded districts)
was constituted into three districts.
Which of the statements given above are
correct?
(1) Only A (2) Only B
(3) Both A and B (4) Neither A nor B
ANSWER: 2
EXPLANATION:
 The company consolidated its position in
Andhra by the first half of the nineteenth
century. The company reorganized the
administration by dividing the entire
region into a number of districts and
appointed collectors over them. The
coastal areas were divided into five
Collectorate and they were, Ganjam,
Visakhapatnam, Godavari, Krishna, and
Nellore. The Rayalaseema region
otherwise called ceded districts was
constituted into a single collectorate.
Anantapur was made as its headquarters.
24. Consider the following statements regarding
the Ryotwari system
A. It was introduced in Rayalaseema region
as it is devoid of Zamindars.
B. The settlement under the Ryotwari
system was made permanent.
Which of the statements given above
is/are correct?
(1) Only A (2) Only B
(3) Both A and B (4) Neither A nor B
ANSWER: 1
EXPLANATION:
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 The Rayalaseema region was devoid of
Zamindars and hence the company
Introduced Ryotwari system in this region.
Reed and Munro were the prime authors
of this system. Under this system revenue
settlement was made directly with the
peasants. The settlement under the
Ryotwari system was not made
permanent.
25. Kandukuri Veeresalingam Pantulu
established which among the following
organizations to look after the widows and
orphans?
A. Seethamma Anada Saranalayam
B. Hitakarini Samajam
C. Vitantu Saranalayam
Select the answer using the codes given
below
(1) A, B and C (2) A and B
(3) B and C (4) A and C
ANSWER: 3
EXPLANATION:
 The activities of Veeresalingam Pantulu
especially in the emancipation of women
attracted the attention of several social
reformers in India. The government in
appreciation of his services conferred on
him the title Rao Bahadur in 1893. M.G.
Ranade acclaimed him as Ishwara Chandra
Vidyasagar of the south. He established
Vitantu Saranalayam and Hitakarini
Samajam to look after the widows and
orphans.
26. When we go into the archives of the Andhra
history in the early 19th century, we come
across the word 'Fituris' very frequently, it
refers to?
(1) Followers of the Poligars in the
Rayalaseema region.
(2) Mobile Caravan merchants who supplied
high quality cotton
(3) Tribal people who revolted against the
company.
(4) Tribal people who supported the East
India Company.
ANSWER: 3
EXPLANATION:
 On 2 August 1793, the fort of Vijayanagara
was occupied and the Zamindari was
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 divided into three collectorates and the
Raja was asked to leave for
Machilipatnam. The Raja decided to take
a courageous stand and marched to
Padmanabham, a sacred place between
Vizianagaram and Bheemunipatnam. The
company sent troops against him and at
the battle took place on 10 July 1794, the
Raja, Vijayarama Raju was defeated and
killed. In additional to the revolts of
Zamindars, there were a few ‘Fituris’ or
out breaks of the tribal people against the
company. The tribals of Gulugonda in
Visakhapatnam district revolted and
harassed the administration for 3 years.
27. Consider the following statements regarding
revolt in the Rayalaseema region
A. Poligar Narasimha Reddy of Kurnool
district revolted against the company in
1846.
B. Narasimha Reddy was defeated by Capt.
Thomas Munro at Moondlapadu.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(1) Only A (2) Only B
(3) Both A and B (4) Neither A nor B
ANSWER: 1
EXPLANATION:
 As late as 1846, Poligar Narasimha Reddy
of Kurnool district revolted against the
company. He attacked the treasury of
Koilkuntla and marched towards
Cumbam. He was defeated by Capt. Nolt
at Moondlapadu but he managed to
escape into the Nizam’s dominions. Six
weeks later, when he re-entered Kurnool
district, he was captured and hanged at
Koilkuntla.
28. Consider the following statements regarding
the revolts against company rule
A. The Wahabi movement became intense in
the state of Hyderabad in 1839.
B. The Wahabi movement was a pro-British
movement.
C. The Nizam Mubaraz-ud Doulah
completely suppressed the Wahabi
movement in Hyderabad state.
Which of the statements given above is
incorrect?
(1) Only A (2) Only C
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(3) B and C (4) All of the above
ANSWER: 1
EXPLANATION:
 In 1839 the Wahabis conspired to
overthrow the British rule. In that year
many Wahabi conspirators came from the
north to the city of Hyderabad and began
to preach jehad against die British. They
were encouraged and supported by
Mubaraz-ud Doulah, the brother of the
Nizam, Nasir-ud-Doulah. Before any mis¬
chief could be done, the Company acted
with vigour. It arrested Mubaraz and
confined him in the Golconda fort till his
death in 1854. The Nawab of Kuranol,
Ghulam Rasool Khan who was suspected
to be in league with the Wahabis was
arrested and sent to Tiruchirapalli as
prisoner. His Jagir was annexed and
administered as a ‘non-regulation
province.’ It was placed in-charge of a
commissioner and a military assistant. The
area was absorbed in the Kurnool district
in 1858
29. Consider the following provinces and districts
of the Nizam of Hyderabad in the early 19th
century
A. Province of Berar
B. Osmanabad district
C. Guntakal district
D. Raichur district
The East India Company during the reign of
Nasir-ud-Doulah forcefully occupied which of
the regions given above on the pretext of
Nizam pay the debt to the company?
(1) A, B and D (2) B, C and D
(3) A, C and D (4) All of the above
ANSWER: 1
EXPLANATION
 During the reign of the Nazir ud daula, the
company forcefully occupied the province
of Berar and the districts of Osmanabad
and Raichur on the plea that the Nizam did
not pay the debt to the company.
30. Who among the following tried to declare
Jehad against the British by hoisting the flag
of religion in the Nizam state of Hyderabad
during 1857 revolt?
(1) Chhida Khan
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(3) Moulvi Akbar
(4) Moulvi Firdaus Khurram
ANSWER: 3
EXPLANATION:
 It was during the 1857 revolt time two
religious divines by name Moulvi Ibrahim
and Moulvi Akbar incited insurrection
against the British. Due to the intervention
of Salar Jung the activities of Moulvi
Ibrahim were checked. Moulvi Akbar tried
to declare Jihad against the British by
hoisting the flag of religion when the
Muslim congregated to offer their prayers
at Mecca Masjid.
31. Consider the following statements regarding
the development of education in ‘Madras'
presidency under the crown rule
A. A Central Collegiate Institution was
established in Madras in 1841.
B. The church missionary society under the
leadership of Rev. Noble established a
school at Rajahmundry in 1843.
Which of the statements given above
is/are correct?
(1) Only A (2) Only B
(3) Both A and B (4) Neither A nor B
ANSWER: 3
EXPLANATION:
 When Munro became the Governor of
Madras, he proposed the establishment of
40 collectorate schools and 300
Tahasildari schools in the whole of the
Presidency. But in 1839, it was declared a
failure. A Central Collegiate Institution
was established in Madras in 1841. It has
on average 160 students. The church
missionary society under the leadership of
Rev. Noble established a school at
Machilipatnam in 1843, to impart
Western education.
32. Consider the following traditionalists of
Andhra during the third quarter of the 19th
century
A. Kokkonda Venkataratnam Pantulu
B. U. Ranganayakulu Naidu
C. Seeeramulu
D. Devendra Sastry
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Who among the above opposed the education
of women, western culture, and social
reforms?
(1) A and B (2) A and C
(3) C and D (4) A, C and D
ANSWER: 1
EXPLANATION:
 In the third quarter of the 19th century,
Andhra witnessed a bitter controversy
over the education of girls between the
traditionalists and reformists. The
traditionalists headed by Kokkonda
Venkataratnam Pantulu and U.
Ranganayakulu Naidu opposed the
education of women, western culture,
and social reforms.
33. Consider the following statements regarding
the crown rule
A. Gajula Lakshmi Narasimham Setty
published the problems of farmers in his
magazine called ‘Crescent’.
B. He was the founder of Madras Native
Association.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(1) Only A (2) Only B
(3) Both A and B (4) Neither A nor B
ANSWER: 3
EXPLANATION:
 In 1811 and 1823 two severe famines
occurred again. Crops failed due to the
1833 and 1839 famines in Guntur and the
whole of Andhra. The company
administration did nothing to prevent
their recurrence or to help the people and
did not even formulate a famine code. But
they never stopped to collect revenue
from the people. The problems of farmers
during this period were noted by Gajula
Lakshmi Narasimham Setty of Madras. He
published them in his magazine called
‘Crescent’. He sent petitions to the then-
Madras Government on the problems of
Andhra farmers.
 He was an Indian merchant and political
activist who founded the Madras Native
Association, one of the earliest Indian
political associations.
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34. Consider the following statements regarding
the crown rule in Andhra
A. Andhra had ten collectorates during
crown rule.
B. Bhadrachalam Taluka was added to the
Central Province in 1874 from the
Godavari district.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(1) Only A (2) Only B
(3) Both A and B (4) Neither A nor B
ANSWER: 1
EXPLANATION:
 Andhra under the crown rule experienced
certain administrative changes. Andhra
had eight collectorates, viz Ganjam,
Vishakhapatnam, Godavari, Nellore,
Krishna, and Bhadrachalam Taluka was
added to the Godavari district in 1874
from Central province. The saddest
feature of the administration was the
Europeanisation of higher civil services.
35. Consider the following centers
A. Berhampur
B. Eluru
C. Peddapuram
D. Dharmavaram
The main important silk weaving centers of
Andhra during the second half of the
nineteenth century?
(1) A, C and D (2) A and B
(3) A, B and D (4) All of the above
ANSWER: 1
EXPLANATION:
 Berhampur, Peddapuram, and
Dharmavaram were some of the
important silk-weaving centers of Andhra.
The silks were used as articles of luxury
and were in great demand among the rich.
The Portuguese distributed Indian silk
goods in Europe. The East India Company
exported certain varieties of silk cloth. But
by the middle of the 19th century, the
industry began to decline.
36. ‘Farishkhani' and 'Ashunkhani' were two
designs of _______ of Eluru in Andhra
Pradesh which became centre of attraction
during London Exhibition of 1851.
(1) Curtains (2) Blankets
(3) Bed Sheets (4) Carpets
ANSWER: 4
 At the London exhibition of 1851 the
carpets of Eluru had become the cynosure
of all eyes, No foreign or imported wool
was used in their manufacture; the wool
of indigenous sheep of Krishna and
Godavari districts was used. The two
popular designs were ‘Tarishkhani’ and
‘Ashunkhani’. The other important
varieties were ‘Bulbandi’, ‘Nabashkhany’
and ‘Gopalraokhany’.
37. The Telugu-speaking State of Andhra Pradesh
was formed in _________ on a linguistic
basis, following the recommendations of the
States’ Reorganisation Commission.
(1) 1948 (2) 1950
(3) 1953 (4) 1956
ANSWER: 3
EXPLANATION:
 Andhra Pradesh was formed on October 1,
1953, as the first state in India to be
created on a linguistic basis. The state
included the Telugu-speaking districts of
the former Madras state to the south. The
formation of Andhra Pradesh paved the
way for the creation of linguistic states
throughout India, beginning in 1956.
38. The agreement signed in 1956 between the
leaders of Telangana and Andhra before the
formation of the state of Andhra Pradesh was
referred to as ______.
(1) Gentleman’s Agreement.
(2) People’s Treaty
(3) Telugu State’s Treaty
(4) Bilateral Agreement
ANSWER: 1
EXPLANATION:
 On November 1, 1956, the leaders of
Telangana and Andhra signed a
gentlemen's agreement to merge Andhra
State with the Telugu-speaking areas of
Hyderabad State to form the new state of
Andhra Pradesh. Hyderabad was made
the capital of the new state.
39. In 1956, the Andhra Pradesh Legislature was
Unicameral with only a Legislative Assembly
consisting _______ Members.
(1) 310 (2) 301

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ANSWER: 2
EXPLANATION:
 In 1956, the Andhra Pradesh Legislature
was Unicameral with only a Legislative
Assembly consisting 301 Members. The
first meeting of the Andhra Pradesh
Legislative Assembly was held on 3rd
December, 1956.
40. Who established Andhra Jatheeya Vidya
Parishad on November 17, 1907 in
Machilipatnam?
(1) Dwaram Venkataswami Naidu
(2) Kopalle Hanumantha Rao Pantulu
(3) Kodi Rammurthy Naidu
(4) Gurajada Apparao
ANSWER: 2
EXPLANATION:
 Sri Kopalle Hanumantha Rao Garu was the
Founder of the prestigious educational
institution “ANDHRA JATHEEYA VIDYA
PARISHAD, formed on 17-11-1907.
41. In which district of Andhra Pradesh, tribals
and poor peasants staged a number of
“forest satyagrahas”, sometimes sending
their cattle into forests without paying
grazing fee in support of non-cooperation
movement against British rule?
(1) East Godavari (2) Guntur
(3) Krishna (4) Prakasham
ANSWER: 2
EXPLANATION:
 One of the important episodes in the non-
cooperation movement in Andhra was the
'Forest Satyagraha’ of Palnadu. Palnadu is
a backward region in the Guntur district.
The people of that area had a number of
grievances against local officials,
especially those belonging to the forest
department. The subordinate staff of the
forest department harassed the people in
a number of ways. The poor people were
not allowed to enter the forests for
grazing their cattle’ or collecting dry wood
for fuel, without paying bribes. Those who
refused to comply with the demands of
the officials were prosecuted for violating
the forest laws. In 1921 there was a severe
shortage of cattle fodder due to the
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failure of rains. Many poor people
represented to the government that they
be allowed to let their cattle into the
forests for grazing. As no reply was
received far their representation, the
people became restive. They became
receptive to the ideas of non-cooperation
as they felt that it was the only way to
ventilate their grievances.
 At Macherla, the important town of that
region, a social boycott of all government
officials was organised.
42. In which year, Government of India launched
‘Police Action’ code named ‘Operation Polo’
for the merger of Hyderabad state into Indian
Union?
(1) 1958 (2) 1968
(3) 1948 (4) 1978
ANSWER: 3
EXPLANATION:
 The Indian Armed Forces launched
Operation Polo on September 13, 1948 to
annex the princely state of Hyderabad into
the Indian Union. The operation was also
known as "Police Action".
43. Before 1956, which city served as Andhra
Pradesh's capital?
(1) Kurnool (2) Visakhapatnam
(3) Hyderabad (4) Vijayawada
ANSWER: 1
EXPLANATION:
 After Potti Sreeramulu's death, the
Telugu-speaking area of Andhra State was
carved out of Madras State on 30
November 1953, with Kurnool as its
capital city.
44. The Six Points Formula came into effect
under the Constitutional Amendment of:
(1) 33rd Amendment
(2) 35th Amendment
(3) 31st Amendment
(4) 32nd Amendment
ANSWER: 4
EXPLANATION:
The 32nd Amendment to the Indian
Constitution, passed in May 1974, gave
legal sanctity to the Six-Point Formula. The
Six-Point Formula was a political
settlement reached between the
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of Andhra Pradesh on September 21,
1973. The formula was presented by
Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee to
prevent future agitations.
45. The first Criminal Case in Andhra during the
Vandemataram movement was recorded at
the event of:
(1) Tenali Bomb Case
(2) Kakinada Riot Case
(3) Kotappakonda Riot
(4) Rajahmundry Students Agitation
ANSWER: 2
EXPLANATION:
 The first criminal case in Andhra Pradesh
during the Vandemataram movement was
the Kakinada riot case in 1907. The case
was minor, but the sentences given to the
Indians were heavy as a deterrent.
46. What was the main factor leading to Jai
Andhra Movement?
(1) Imposition of heavy taxes on Andhras
(2) Problems in the distribution of water
between Andhra and Telangana regions.
(3) Least importance given to Andhras in
administration
(4) Supreme Court's judgment on Mulki rules
ANSWER: 4
EXPLANATION:
 The Government of India realising the
intensity of the feelings of the people of
both Andhra and Telangana regions on the
issue of Mulki rules tried to arrive at a
compromise by continuing the Mulki rules
in the twin cities of Hyderabad and
Secunderabad until the end of 1977 and in
the rest of the Telangana region until the
end of 1980. Parliament passed a bill to
this effect on 23 December 1972. The
people of the Andhra region who wanted
the immediate abolition of the Mulki rules
were taken aback. They felt that their
dignity and honour could be safeguarded
only in a separate State of their own. In
order to achieve a separate Andhra State
they started an agitation popularly known
as the 'Jai Andhra Movement.’
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47. Machilipatnam and its neighbouring villages
were renowned for producing which among
the following in early 17th century?
A. Chintzes
B. Calicoes
C. Printed and painted textiles
Choose the correct code:
(1) A and B (2) A and C
(3) B and C (4) All of the above
ANSWER: 4
EXPLANATION:
 The English East India Company
established its first trading centre in
Andhra at Machilipatnam in 161L
Machilipatnam was a great sea port in the
kingdom of Golkonda. Its commercial
glory goes back to the time of the
Satavahanas. In the seventeenth century
it was not only a great port but also an
important marketplace for diamond and
other precious tones. Machilipatnam and
the neighbouring villages were famous
also for producing the finest quality of
textiles. Chintzes, calicoes, printed and
painted textiles were produced here in
abundance. Due to this commercial
significance, the English made
Machilipatnam as the headquarters of
their settlements on the Coromandel
coast.
48. Consider the following statements regarding
the revolt against the East India Company
A. In the Ganjam district, the company faced
resistance from the Zamindars of Ghunsur
and Parlakimedi.
B. The tribal Savara area of the Parlakimidi
zamindari experienced a rebellion under
the leadership of Alluri Sitarama Raju.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(1) Only A (2) Only B
(3) Both A and B (4) Neither A nor B
ANSWER: 1
EXPLANATION:
 In the Ganjam district, the company faced
resistance from the Zamindars of Ghunsur
and Parlakimedi. These two areas are now
in Orissa. The Biggest Zamindar of the
area, the Raja of Vizianagaram also
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 opposed the Company rule. Ananda
Gajapati Raju, who helped col. Frode in
expelling the French from circars, was
succeeded by his very young son,
Vijayarama Raju (1760-94). The tribal
savara area of the Parlakimidi zamindari
experienced a Rebellion under leadership
of one Dundasena, a feudal chieftain of
Gybah.
49. Which one of the following statement/s
is/are correct?
A. Uyyalawada Narasimha Reddy was born
in Kurnool district.
B. Tripuraneni Ramaswami is considered the
father of the Indian Peasant Movement
after Swami Sahajanand Saraswati.
Choose the correct code:
(1) Only A (2) Only B
(3) Both A and B (4) Neither A nor B
ANSWER: 1
EXPLANATION:
 Uyaalawada Narasimha Reddy was born
on 24 November 1806 in Rupanagudi,
Kurnool district of Andhra Pradesh. Reddy
was the governor of the military of
Rayalaseema. He commanded 66 villages
and an army of 2000 men.
 Gogineni Ranga Nayukulu, also known as
N. G. Ranga, is considered the father of
the Indian Peasant movement. He was a
farmer leader, parliamentarian, classical
liberal, and Indian freedom fighter who
was an exponent of peasant philosophy.
50. Which one of the following statements is/are
correct?
A. Andhra Vidya Peetha Gosthi was set up by
Duggirala Gopala Krishnaiah.
B. Weekly Telugu magazine ‘Krishna Patrika’
was founded in early 18th century.
Choose the correct code:
(1) Only A (2) Only B
(3) Both A and B (4) Neither A nor B
ANSWER: 1
EXPLANATION:
 The Andhra Vidya Peetha Gosthi is a
literary society established in 1918 by
Duggirala Gopalakrishnayya.
Gopalakrishnayya was a polyglot, orator,
and writer who was fluent in English,
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Hindi, Sanskrit, and Telugu. He was also
the first Telugu person to become the
secretary of the All India Congress
Committee.
 Krishna Patrika was founded in 1902 by
Konda Venkatappayya and Dasu Narayana
Rao. The first issue was published on
February 2, 1902.
51. Who praised Veeresalingam as the South
Indian Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar?
(1) M.G. Ranade
(2) N.G.Chandavarkar
(3) Vedam Venkataraya Sastry
(4) Mrs. Manning
ANSWER: 1
EXPLANATION:
 In 1898, MG Ranade, in a meeting,
acclaimed Veeresalingam as “Iswar
Chandra Vidyasagar of South”.
52. Who was the Chief Minister of Andhra
Pradesh during the separate Telangana
Movement of 1969?
(1) Neelam Sanjiva Reddy
(2) Kasu Brahmananda Reddy
(3) Anjaiah
(4) P.V. Narasimha Rao
ANSWER: 2
EXPLANATION:
 Brahmananda Reddy was the Chief
Minister of Andhra Pradesh between 1964
and 1971.
 Chief Minister Brahmananda Reddy
resigns to make room for a Telangana
Chief Minister. On 30-September-1971,
P.V. Narasimha Rao – who would later
become the Prime Minister of India – was
appointed the Chief Minister of Andhra
Pradesh. "The Telangana Praja Samithi
was dissolved and its members rejoined
the Congress."
53. On whose appeal Swamy Sitaram had given
up fast-unto-death?
(1) Vallabhbhai Patel
(2) Vinobha Bhave
(3) Gandhiji
(4) Ramananda Tirtha
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 On 15th August 1951 Gollapudi Sitaram
Sastry popularly known as Swami Sitaram
began his fast unto death for separate
Andhra Province.
 He played a significant role in promoting
the use of khadi clothes. He was a strong
advocate for the formation of the Andhra
state and made significant efforts towards
this cause. In August 1951, he decided to
embark on a hunger strike until his death,
but after the pursuation Nehru and
Vinobha Bhave, he ended his fast.
 As a disciple of Gandhiji, he followed in his
footsteps. In 1920, Mahatma Gandhiji
called upon Indians to take on the British
rule non-violently and he subsequently
left his profession as a lawyer to join the
Non-Cooperation Movement.his
proactive role in the movement led to his
imprisonment in the Rajahmundry and
Cuddalore jails for a year. He later
participated in the Individual Satyagraha
and Salt Satyagraha, resulting in his
imprisonment in Rayavelluru, Madras,
and Kannuru jails. Additionally, he
participated in the Civil Disobedience
Movement and was imprisoned in
Rajahmundry and Cuddalore jails for
another year. In 1942, he participated in
the Quit India Movement, which led to his
imprisonment
 He was a prolific literary scholar, having
written numerous books. He was also
responsible for establishing the weekly
magazine Andhra Harijan, where he wrote
about topics such as Gandhiji's teachings,
the Satyagraha movement, and
untouchability. Through this platform, he
raised awareness about these issues and
contributed significantly to their
understanding. He dedicated much of his
life to the betterment of the country.
54. Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014, for
bifurcation of Andhra Pradesh received the
President's assent on which day?
(1) 1st January 2014 (2) 1st March 2014
(3) 2nd June 2014 (4) 1st July 2014
ANSWER: 2
EXPLANATION:
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 Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014
for bifurcation of Andhra Pradesh
received the President's assent on 01
March 2014. The ''appointed day'' for the
new States' formation is 02 June 2014.
55. The Rampa Rebellion was fought by Alluri
Sitarama Raju against the oppressive Madras
Forest Act, which was passed by the British in
the year ________
(1) 1876 (2) 1878
(3) 1880 (4) 1882
ANSWER: 4
EXPLANATION:
 The Rampa Rebellion of 1922-1924 was a
tribal uprising against British rule in
Andhra Pradesh, India. The rebellion was
led by Alluri Sitarama Raju and was also
known as the Manyam Rebellion. The
rebellion was mainly against the Madras
Forest Act of 1882, which restricted the
movement of tribal communities in forest
land and prevented them from practicing
their traditional Podu agricultural system
56. What is the name of the newspaper started
by Tanguturi Prakasam?
(1) Andhra Geeta (2) Svarajya
(3) Kesari (4) Swechha Bharatham
ANSWER: 2
EXPLANATION:
 He gave up his lucrative law practice. He
also started and was the working editor of
a newspaper Swarajya (literally self-rule).
The paper was published simultaneously
in English, Telugu and Tamil.
57. Who among the following established a
journal called ‘Viveka Vardhini’ for
propagating his reforms in the social and
literary fields?
(1) Adivi Bapiraju
(2) Gurajada Appa Rao
(3) Kandukuri Veeresalingam
(4) Asavadi Prakasarao
ANSWER: 3
EXPLANATION:
 Kandukuri Veeresalingam Pantulu started
the newspaper Viveka Vardhani in 1885.
Pantulu was known for his social and
religious reform efforts, and he was also
an early supporter of women's
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Telugu, and Pantulu's first articles on
women's issues were published in 1876.
58. In which year was the Andhra Pradesh
Districts (Formation) Act passed?
(1) 1969 (2) 1971
(3) 1974 (4) 1972
ANSWER: 3
EXPLANATION:
 The Andhra Pradesh Districts (Formation)
Act, 1974 was enacted on February 15,
1974, and applies to the entire state of
Andhra Pradesh. The act allows for the
formation of districts and changes the
boundaries of existing districts, with the
goal of improving the administration and
development of the areas in question.
59. Which college incident in 1907 is known as
the beginning of student participation from
Andhra Pradesh in the freedom struggle of
India?
(1) Chittor College Incident
(2) Kurnool College incident
(3) Rajahmundry College incident
(4) Hyderabad College incident
ANSWER: 3
EXPLANATION:
 The Rajahmundry College Incident is an
act of defiance that took place in 1907
when Bipin Chandra Pal gave a talk at
Rajahmundry College. The principal, Mark
Hunter, objected to the speech, and then
expelled 139 students and imposed fines
on the remaining. About 50 students,
along with their parents, wrote letters of
apology. The college also expelled
Gadicherla Harisarvottam Rao, the
student leader, and barred him from
teaching in any government or aided
school. The government also prohibited
him from working in any government
office.
60. Which of the following well-known social
reformers wrote the history of Japan in
Telugu during the early 1900s?
(1) Desiraju Peda Bapayya
(2) Nyapati Subbarao
(3) Sriram Virabrahmam
(4) Adipudi Somanatha Rao
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ANSWER: 4
EXPLANATION:
 Adipudi Somanatha Rao, a well-known
social reformer of the day wrote the
history of Japan in Telugu and dedicated it
to Raja of Munagala, Sriram Virabrahmam
wrote a drama in Telugu called
Japanecyanm. The Raja of Munagala
named his sons as ‘Togo’ and ‘Nogi’ after
the Japanese Commanders of the navy
and army respectively.
61. Who among the following established the
"Vignana chandrika mandali" in Hyderabad
in 1905?
(1) Kandukuri Veeresalingam
(2) T Rangachari
(3) Kommarraju Venkata Lakshmana Rao
(4) Y G Parthasarathy
ANSWER: 3
EXPLANATION:
 Lakshmanarao Komarraju, King
Venkatarangarao Nayani, and Rangarao
Ravichettu established Vignana Chandrika
Mandali in 1905. The organization's goal
was to publish historical and scientific
texts in Telugu.
62. Who was the queen of Bobbili during the
Bobbili-Vizianagaram battle of 1757?
(1) Mallamma devi
(2) Rani Bhagmati
(3) Adi Laxmi Devamma
(4) Rani Akkadevi
ANSWER: 1
EXPLANATION:
 Mallamma Devi was the Queen of Bobbili
during the Bobbili-Vizianagaram battle of
1757. The battle took place on January 24,
1757, and was a significant event in the
princely state of Vizianagaram.
63. Which session of Andhra Mahasabha
demanded a separate Telugu university?
(1) Second (2) Third
(3) First (4) Fourth
ANSWER: 3
 The first session of the Andhra Mahasabha
in 1913 demanded a separate university
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language and literature.
64. In which year was the separate High Court of
Andhra Pradesh established after separation
from Telangana?
(1) 10th May 2010
(2) 1st January 2019
(3) 5th August 2011
(4) 7th September 2017
ANSWER: 2
EXPLANATION:
 The bifurcation and constitution of
separate High Courts for Telangana and
Andhra Pradesh came into effect from 1st
January, 2019.
65. As per the Andhra Pradesh Reorganization
(Amendment) Bill, 2015, the Legislative
Council of Andhra Pradesh is allowed for up
to how many members?
(1) 58 (2) 56
(3) 59 (4) 61
ANSWER: 1
EXPLANATION:
 The Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation
(Amendment) Bill, 2015 was introduced in
Lok Sabha by the Minister of Home Affairs,
Mr. Rajnath Singh, on March 2, 2015. The
Bill seeks to amend the Andhra Pradesh
Reorganisation Act, 2014.
 The Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act,
2014 provides for bifurcation of Andhra
Pradesh into the successor states of
Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. Among
other things, it addresses the
representation of the states in Parliament,
separate Legislative Assemblies and
Legislative Councils for both states, role of
the Governor, revenue distribution,
distribution of cash and credit balances,
management and development of water
resources, and creation of separate cadres
for administrative, police and forest
services.
 The Act provides that two Legislative
Councils shall be constituted, one for
Andhra Pradesh with up to 50 members,
and another for Telangana with up to 40
members. The Bill amends this provision
with regard to the Legislative Council of
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Andhra Pradesh to allow for up to 58
members.
66. Who was the social reformer mainly
responsible for the disappearance of
“Bhogam” caste from Andhra Society?
(1) Gurajada Apparao
(2) Unnava Lakshminarayana
(3) Raghupati Venkataratnam Naidu
(4) Veeresalingam
ANSWER: 3
EXPLANATION:
 Raghupathi Venkataratnam Naidu was the
social reformer mainly responsible for the
disappearance of the “Bhogam” caste
from Andhra society.
67. Who among the following served as the first
speaker of Andhra state which is formed in
the year 1953?
(1) Nallapati Venkatramaiah
(2) B.V. Subba Reddy
(3) K.V Vema Reddy
(4) Divi Kondaiah Chowdary
ANSWER: 1
EXPLANATION:
 Ayyadevara Kaleswara Rao was the first
Speaker of the Andhra Pradesh Legislative
Assembly, serving from 1956–1962.
Nallapati Venkatramaiah was the first
Speaker from 1953–1955, and R.
Lakshminarasimham Dora was the second
Speaker from 1955–1956.
68. The first Andhra conference (with regards to
the Andhra movement) was held on May
26th, 1913 under the presidentship of BN
Sharma at _________.
(1) Tadepalligudem (2) Visakhapatnam
(3) Kakinada (4) Bapatla
ANSWER: 4
EXPLANATION:
 The first Andhra conference was held on
May 26, 1913 at the Edward VII
Coronation Memorial Town in Bapatla,
under the presidentship of B. N. Sarma.
The conference honored the grandson of
Sarma, who fought for a separate Andhra
state.
69. In 1964, Neelam Sanjiva Reddy joined Lal
Bahadur Shastri's goverment as the Union
Minister for which portfolio?
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 (1) Steel and Mines ANSWER: 4
(2) Home affairs EXPLANATION:
(3) Finance  In the early 1920s, Madras Presidency
(4) Human resources development Chief Minister Panagal Raja said that the
ANSWER: 1 Cooum River should be the boundary
EXPLANATION: between the Andhra and Tamil regions.
 On 9 June 1964, Dr. Reddy joined Lal 73. In which year was the Krishna District
Bahadur Shastri's Government as the Association formed to fight against the
Minister of Steel and Mines. British rule on many social issues?
70. Former Chief Minister of Andhra state (1) 1892 (2) 1898
Tanguturi Prakasham became the Municipal (3) 1865 (4) 1845
Chairman of which town when he was just 31 ANSWER: 1
years? EXPLANATION:
(1) Vijawayada (2) Guntur  The Krishna District Association was
(3) Rajahmundry (4) Visakhapatnam formed in Machilipatnam in 1892, just
ANSWER: 3 before the turn of the 20th century. The
EXPLANATION: purpose of the organization was to
contribute to the development of political
 Tanguturi Prakasam became the
dynamism in the entire region. Konda
Municipal Chairman of
Venkatappayya and others came up with
Rajamahendravaram in 1904 at the age of
the idea of establishing Krishna Patrika.
31. He was a freedom fighter and the first
chief minister of Andhra state. Prakasam 74. As per the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation
was funded for his education by Zamindar Act, 2014, Hyderabad, in the existing State of
Kanchumarthi Ramachandra Rao, who Andhra Pradesh, shall be the common capital
was supported by Raja Vogeti of the State of Telangana and the State of
Ramakrishnayya, a wealthy landlord and Andhra Pradesh up to maximum of ______
municipal councillor. (1) 10 years (2) 5 years
71. Bhogaraju Pattabhi Sitaramayya who took (3) 15 years (4) 7 years
part in the Home rule movement was ANSWER: 1
appointed as the Governor of ___________ EXPLANATION:
from 1952 to 1957  According to the Andhra Pradesh
(1) Maharashtra (2) Madhya Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014, Hyderabad will
(3) Kerala (4) Karnataka be the common capital of the states of
ANSWER: 2 Telangana and Andhra Pradesh for a
EXPLANATION: maximum of 10 years. After this period,
Hyderabad will be the capital of Telangana
 Bhogaraju Pattabhi Sitaramayya was the
only.
first governor of Madhya Pradesh from
1956–1957. He was also an independence
activist and political leader in Andhra
Pradesh. 75. According to which Section of the
72. Which Chief Minister of the Madras Reorganisation Act should Krishna River
Presidency in the early 1920s suggested that Management Board have its headquarters in
Cooum River should be kept as a boundary, Andhra Pradesh?
giving the northern portion to the Andhras (1) Section 95 (2) Section 85
and the southern portion to the Tamils? (3) Section 80 (4) Section 60
(1) Munuswamy Naidu ANSWER: 2
(2) C R ajagopalachari EXPLANATION:
(3) Ramaswamy Reddiar  The Krishna River Management Board
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Government. The Central Government
constituted the KRMB under the powers
conferred by section 85 (part IX) of the
Andhra Pradesh Re-Organization Act,
2014.
76. Which of the following events is associated
with the Congress working committee
meeting in Vijayawada in 1921
(1) Allan. Octavian. Hume was present during
the meeting.
(2) A resolution demanding complete
independence from the British
government was passed.
(3) Talks between MK Gandhi and Lord Irwin
led to signing of the Gandhi-Irwin Pact.
(4) MK Gandhi’s leadership of the freedom
movement was accepted.
ANSWER: 4
EXPLANATION:
 The 1921 Congress working committee
meeting in Vijayawada is associated with
the acceptance of Gandhi's leadership of
the freedom movement. The Congress
Working Committee (CWC) is the
executive committee of the Indian
National Congress. It was formed at the
1920 Nagpur session of the INC, led by C.
Vijayaraghavachariar.
77. In which of the following Andhra towns, the
youth in February 1907 founded an
association called Bala Bharathi Samiti for
promoting the Swadeshi Movement?
(1) Visakhapatnam (2) Vijayanagaram
(3) Rajahmundry (4) Kakinada
ANSWER: 3
EXPLANATION:
 The people of East Godavari district in
Andhra Pradesh demonstrated a strong
spirit of Swadeshi during the Bengal
partition agitation. The major centres of
the Swadeshi movement in the East
Godavari were Rajahmundry, Kakinada,
Ramachandrapuram, and Amalapuram,
and the most prominent leaders included
NalamPullaiah and Alapati Bhaskara
Ramaiah, N. Subba Rao, S. Lakshmanna,
and Bhimasankara Rao. In 1907, “Bala
Bharati Samiti” was formed with
GantiLakshmanna as president to
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propagate the ideals of Swadeshi
agitation, Swaraj, and the education of the
masses.
 Bipin Chandra Pal traveled across the
district and visited Kakinada on April 17th
and Rajahmundry on April 19th, 1907,
where he conducted lectures and
preached Swaraj, Swadeshi, the boycott of
foreign goods, and national education. He
also inaugurated Godavari Swadeshi
stores in Rajahmundry. Numerous
Swadeshi institutions, namely Indian
Stores, National Warehouse, National
Emporium, Swadeshi Dye Stores etc.,
came up during this period, and a national
school was opened in Rajahmundry in
January 1908.
78. In which year, the railway line between
Puttur and Renigunta in Andhra was
commissioned?
(1) 1859 (2) 1861
(3) 1862 (4) 1865
ANSWER: 3
EXPLANATION:
 In Andhra railway construction began only
in 1862 and the line between Puttur and
Renigunta was commissioned in
September 1862. Other lines were
constructed during 1864-69 connecting
Gooty with Renigunta.
79. What was ‘moturpha’ in 1861 petition of the
Madras Native Association?
(1) It was a tax on education
(2) It was a tax on trade and occupation
(3) It was a tax on tourism
(4) It was a tax on construction of houses
ANSWER: 2
EXPLANATION:
 The petition next pointed out the other
grievance of the people arising out of the
imposition of a vexatious impost called
moturpha or tax upon trade and
occupations. It was imposed even on 'the
most trifling articles of trade.’ In addition
to moturpha there were other imposts to
raise what was called extra revenue. Poor
people were forced to pay taxes for
getting certain privileges like cutting
jungle wood, gracing cattle in forests, and
even for collecting cow¬ dung or cutting
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the poor" were forced to pay taxes. The
petition wanted the abolition of moturpha
and other vexatious imposts
80. In which year, was the ‘zila bandi’ system
introduced by Salarjung?
(1) 1865 (2) 1867
(3) 1874 (4) 1881
ANSWER: 1
EXPLANATION:
 In 11867 Salarjung re-organised the
revenue administration by introducing
what was known as the zilabandi system.
Under this system the State was divided in
17 districts which were grouped into five
divisions. The departments of public
works, judiciary, education, police etc.,
were organised on modern lines. He has
also instituted the system of paying the
officials salary in cash in the place of
grants of land. In order to increase the
revenue of the State which was mainly
land tax, he created a Land Revenue
Survey and Settlement Department in
1875.
81. Which of the following educational
institutions was established by Salarjung for
the children of the nobles in 1873?
(1) City High School
(2) Chanderghat High School
(3) Madrasa-e-Aizza
(4) Madrasa-e-Aliya
ANSWER: 4
EXPLANATION:
 In order to get trained personnel to run
the administration of the State, Salarjung
introduced a number of reforms in the
field of education.
 When Salarjung became co-regent in
1869, he established many schools for
teaching English and imparting Western
education. The City High School and the
Chanderghat High School were
established in 1870 and 1872 respectively.
The School of Engineering was established
in 1870 to produce the required technical
staff to man the public works department.
In 1873 Madrasa-e-Aliya was established
for the children of the nobles. For the
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members of the royal family Madrasa-e-
Aizza was opened in 1878.
82. Which of the following agreements ensured
irrigation facility for the rapid development
of the agricultural and economic interests of
Rayalaseema and Nellore, especially in
respect of the utilisation of the waters of
Tungabhadra, Krishna and Pennar, giving for
ten years exclusive attention in respect of
major projects beneficial to these areas?
(1) ‘Sri Anna’ Agreement
(2) ‘Sri Jal’ Agreement
(3) ‘Sri Bagh’ Agreement
(4) ‘Sri Nidhi’ Agreement
ANSWER: 3
 On 16 November 1937, the leaders of
Circars and Rayalaseema including Konda
Venkatappaiah, Desiraju Hanumanth Rao,
K. Koti Reddi, H. Sitarama Reddy, Kallur
Subba Rao and G. Harisarrothama Rao
met at ‘Sri Ragh’ the Madras residence of
K. Nageswara Rao of Andhra Patrika and
signed an agreement known popularly as
the ‘Sri Bagh’ Agreement:
Irrigation :
 That to ensure the rapid development of
Agricultural and Economic interests of
Rayalaseema and Nellore to the level of
those in the Coastal districts, schemes of
irrigation should, for a period of ten years
or such longer period as condition may
necessitate, be given preferential claim,
especially in respect of the utilization of
the waters of Tungabhadra, Krishna and
Parmar, giving for ten years exclusive
attention in respect of major projects
beneficial to these areas.
 That whenever the question of sharing
waters arises, the needs of the before said
areas be first met, and this policy be
implemented as from today in the
administration of the province.
83. Which of the following Telugu journals
complained in October 1875 that the ryots
were better off under the East India
Company’s administration than under the
British Crown?
(1) Lokaranjani
(2) Vishishthadvaita Prakasika
(3) Andhramata
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ANSWER: 1
EXPLANATION:
 The general condition of the ryots was
miserable under Crown's administration
due to high incidence of taxation and
defective tenancy laws. More than a third
of the cultivated area was under the
zamindari tenure. Rents payable by the
ryots was not fixed and they were liable to
be evicted by the zamindars at any time.
 Before 1884, there was no legislation
protecting the tenants of the zamindars.
In the Ryotwari area the condition of the
tenants was in no way better. In the
Ryotwari area the condition of the tenants
was in no way better. Even though the
survey and settlement work was
completed before 1885, no attempt was
made to levy tax on land by taking into
consideration the fertility of the soil,
expenses of production and the course of
prices. The taxes on the ryots were so
heavy that Lokaranjani, a Telugu Journal,
complained in October, 1875 that the
ryots were better off under the
Company's administration than under the
Crown.
84. Which Newspaper strongly supported the
Home Rule Movement in Andhra
(1) Andhra matha (2) Bharata matha
(3) Teja (4) Desha Matha
ANSWER: 1
EXPLANATION:
 The arrest of Besant and her colleagues
infuriated the public India. Meetings were
held all over the country condemning the
actions of the Government. The Home
Rule agitation was intensified especially in
the Krishna and Chittoor districts.
 The Telugu press especially Desabhimani
and Desamatha protested strongly against
the internment. In the city of Madres a
new body called ‘The indignant group of
the Home Rule League’ was formed.
85. Consider the following
A. T.M Nair
B. Alamelu Mangai Thayarammal
C. Natesa Mudaliar
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The founders of the Justice party are?
(1) A and C (2) B and C
(3) A and B (4) All of the above
ANSWER: 4
EXPLANATION:
 The Justice Party, officially the South
Indian Liberal Federation, was a political
party in the Madras Presidency of British
India. It was established on 20 November
1916 in Victoria Public Hall in Madras by
Dr C. Natesa Mudaliar and co-founded by
T. M. Nair, P. Theagaraya Chetty and
Alamelu Mangai Thayarammal as a result
of a series of non-Brahmin conferences
and meetings in the presidency.
86. During which of the following years, did the
most severe famine, commonly known as the
Ganjam famine, occur?
(1) 1860 – 1861 (2) 1865 – 1866
(3) 1891 – 1892 (4) 1899 – 1900
ANSWER: 2
EXPLANATION:
 Andhra suffered from severe famines in
the nineteenth century. The most severe
famine commonly known as the Ganjam
famine occurred during the years 1865-
66. In the early decades of the 19th
century Ganjam district experienced
famines during the years 1799- 1801 and
1836-39. These famines were partly due
to the political disturbances in the district.
87. Consider the following pairs:
School/College Year of establishment
A. Hindu College
at Visakhapatnam 1878
B. Khallikota College 1879
Which of the pairs given above is/are correct?
(1) Only A (2) Only B
(3) Both A and B (4) Neither A nor B
ANSWER: 3
EXPLANATION:
 In 1873 the Government of Madras
started a second grade college at
Rajahmundry, It was made a Degree
College in 1877. In 1878 the Hindu College
(the present Mrs A.V.N. College) was
established at Visakhapatnam. In 1879 the
Khallikota College was established at
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edcation in Andhra especially in the
coastal districts created a new class of
elite imbued with liberalism of the West.
They felt suffocated in the orthodox set-
up of Hindu society of the time.
88. Consider the following terms during crown
rule in Andhra
A. Maktedar – Serf
B. Pattedar – Big landlords
Which of the terms given above is/are
accurately described?
(1) Only A (2) Only B
(3) Both A and B (4) Neither A nor B
ANSWER: 2
EXPLANATION:
 The big landlords known as Maktedars
and Pattedars subjected their tenants to
serfdom and slavery known as baghela
and vetti chakiri (Begari).
89. In 1920 who among the following moved a
resolution in the Central Legislative Assembly
in favour of the amalgamation of the Ganjam
into province of Orissa?
(1) Sachidananda Sinha
(2) H. C. Mookerjee
(3) V. T. Krishnamachari
(4) Dr Rajendra Prasad
ANSWER: 1
EXPLANATION:
 In 1920, Sacchidananda Sinha moved a
resolution in the Central Legislative
Assembly in favour of the amalgamation
of the Oriya tracts including Ganjam into
Orissa. The Government of India promised
an enquiry and the resolution was not
pressed.
90. Consider the following statements with
regard to Vandemataram movement in
Andhra region:
A. An industrial association was formed in
Madras to propagate the ideal of
swadeshi and for the sale of swadeshi
articles.
B. Protest meetings were held in different
towns against the arrest of Surendranath
Banerjee.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
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(1) Only A (2) Only B
(3) Both A and B (4) Neither A nor B
ANSWER: 3
EXPLANATION:
 During the years 1906-11 Andhra politics
were shaped by the Vandemataram
movement and its ideals. In 1906, in
Madras, an Industrial Association was
started by the leading citizens to
propagate the ideal of swadeshi and for
the sale of Swadeshi articles. A Swadeshi
League was also started. It deputed
Nyapathi Subbarao and K. Venkataramana
Rao, an advocate and a journalist to tour
Andhra to popularise Swadeshi. In Kurnool
subscriptions were collected to send a
student to Japan for learning glass making.
The arrest of Surendranath Banerjee in
1906 while attending a conference at
Barisal in Bengal created quite a stir in the
country. In several Andhra towns like
Rajahmundry, Kakinada, Vijayanagaram
and Gooty protest meetings were held. It
was in that meeting that made the slogan
‘Vandemataram—Manade Rajyam, and
the song ‘Vandemataram’ popular in
Andhra.
91. Bipin Chandrapal’s tour in Andhra in 1907
was organised by who among the following
leaders?
(1) Ganti Lakshmanna
(2) Tanguturi Sriramulu
(3) Chilakaluri Veerabhadra Rao
(4) Mutnuri Krishna Rao
ANSWER: 4
EXPLANATION:
 The Vandemataram Movement received
great impetus in Andhra when Bipin
Chandra Pal toured Coastal Andhra in
April 1907. The tour was organised by
Mutnuri Krishna Rao, the Editor of Krishna
patrika of Machilipatnam. Pal first visited
Vijayanagaram and Visakhapatnam. But
he did not make any impact on the people
of these towns. He next visited Kakinada
on 17th and delivered two lectures, the
first on Vedanta and the second on
Swaraj.
92. Consider the following statements:
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of the communist movement in Andhra.
B. In Rayalaseema, Vidwan Visam and
Tarimala Nagi Reddi popularised socialist
ideas.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(1) Only A (2) Only B
(3) Both A and B (4) Neither A nor B
ANSWER: 3
EXPLANATION:
 From 1935 onwards three leftist parties
became prominent in Andhra, They were
the Communist Party, Congress Socialist
Party and the Radical Humanist Party of
M.N. Roy. P. Sundarayya was the earliest
organiser of the communist movement in
Andhra.
 The literary journals like Udayini edited by
Kompella Janardhana Rao and Prathibha
edited by Siva Sankara Sastri created a
new school of Telugu poetry and
challenged the traditionalists. In
Rayalaseema, Vidwan Visam and Tarimala
Nagi Reddi popularised socialist ideas
through the publications of Navya
Sahityamala of Anantapur.
93. Who of the following was the first Secretary
of the Andhra unit of the Socialist party?
(1) N.G. Ranga
(2) K. Linga Raju
(3) M. Annapurnayya
(4) Alluri Sathyanarayana Raju
ANSWER: 3
EXPLANATION:
 The Socialist Party established its Andhra
unit at Vijayawada in June 1934 with Prof.
Ranga as President and Maddurj
Annapurnayya as Secretary. Other
prominent members were Allun
Satyanarayana Raju, K. Linga raju, P.
Sundaraiah and C. Rajeswara Rao. The last
two members later joined the Communist
Party.
94. P. Anandacharyulu was the first Andhra who
became the President of the Indian National
Congress. In which year did he become
President of the Congress?
(1) 1889 (2) 1890
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(3) 1891 (4) 1892
ANSWER: 3
EXPLANATION:
 When the Indian National Congress was
formed in J885 at Bombay, a number of
delegates from Berhampur,
Machilipatnam, Cuddapah, Bellary and
Anantapur attended it. The prominent
among them being P. Rangaiah Naidu, P.
Anandacharyulu and N. Subbarao Pantulu.
Twenty one delegates from Andhra
attended the Calcutta session of the
Congress in 1886. P, Anandacharyulu
presided over the Nagpur Session of the
Congress in 1891.
95. The author of “Mahaprasthanam” was
(1) Arudra
(2) Srirangam Sreenivasa Rao
(3) Gopichand
(4) Devulapalli Krishna Sastry
ANSWER: 2
EXPLANATION:
 As early as 1934 Maxim Gorky’s Mother
was translated into Telugu by K. Lingaraju.
About the same time Srirangam Srinivasa
Rao (Sri Sri) published his poetical work
Maha Prastanam, which created a
tremendous impact on the minds of the
youth. The book helped the spread of
Marxist ideas.
96. Which of the following was the headquarters
of the Andhra University when it was
started?
(1) Visakhapatnam
(2) Vijawayada (Bezawada)
(3) Guntur
(4) Madras
ANSWER: 2
EXPLANATION:
 Andhra University began its career with a
great controversy over the location of the
headquarters and did great damage to the
already strained relations between Circars
and Rayalaseema. The Andhra University
Act mentioned Vijayawada as the
headquarters of the administrative offices
of the university. It was proposed to make
Rajahmundry the centre of the teaching
departments.
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97. The first Kisan School was started by Acharya
N.G. Ranga at
(1) Guntur (2) Bapatla
(3) Nidubrolu (4) Tenali
ANSWER: 3
EXPLANATION:
 The first Andhra Farmers' School was
opened in 1934 at his native village
Nidubrolu.
98. Consider the following statements:
A. The Home Rule movement of Besant
became very popular in Madras city.
B. To popularise the Home Rule movement
in the Telugu districts a separate branch of
the League was formed with Gadicherla
Harisarvothama Rao as Secretary.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(1) Only A (2) Only B
(3) Both A and B (4) Neither A nor B
ANSWER: 3
EXPLANATION:
 The Home Rule movement of Besant
became very popular in Madras city and to
some extent in Andhra also. To popularise
the movement in the Telugu districts a
separate branch of the League was
formed with Gadicherla Harisarvothama
Rao as Secretary. The branches of the
League were established in many
important towns like Guntur, Vijayawada,
Machilipatnam and Kakinada.
 Many prominent Andhra leaders like
Konda Venkatappayya, Pattabhi
Sitaramayya, K. Nageswara Rao, K.V.
Reddi Naidu joined the League.
Harisarvothama Rao issued many
pamphlets like the “Ideal of Home Rule’
explaining the various aspects of the
movement.
99. Who among the following is the only person
from Andhra who joined the Gadhar party?
(1) Darsi Chenchaiah
(2) Kompella Janardhana Rao
(3) Siva Sankara Sastri
(4) None of the above
ANSWER: 1
EXPLANATION:
 Chenchaiah studied agriculture at the
University of California at Berkeley. There,
he met Indian revolutionary Lala
Haradayal at the California University in
1912. Along with Jitendranath Lahari, he
founded the Gaddar Party.
 On his way home from America,
Chenchaiah was arrested and imprisoned
in India for a term of four and a half years
by the British government as a traitor.
100. Consider the following pairs:
Book Author
A. Hindu Desha Attili
Daridryam Suryanarayana
B. Bharata Matru Mutnuri
Satakam Venkata
Subbarayudu
Which of the pairs given above is/are correct?
(1) Only A (2) Only B
(3) Both A and B (4) Neither A nor B
ANSWER: 3
EXPLANATION:
 Vandemataram movement paved the way
for the development of Telugu literature.
Several books in Telugu were written
during this period for the propagation of
Swadeshi movement. The ‘Hindu Desha
Daridryam’ (Poverty of India) by Attili
Suryanarayana and Bharata Matru
Satakam' (Hundred verses in Praise of
Mother) by Mutnuri Venkata
Subbarayudu and Mangipudi Venkata
Sarma were the most outstanding works.
101. Consider the following statements:
A. Mrs. Annie Besant and Konda
Venkatappayya opposed the decision of
Gandhiji to boycott the Montagu-
Chelmsford Reforms.
B. Non-Cooperation resolution was passed
at Nagpur session of congress in 1920
chaired by C. Vijayaraghavachari.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(1) Only A (2) Only B
(3) Both A and B (4) Neither A nor B
ANSWER: 3
EXPLANATION:
The decision of Gandhiji to start non-
cooperation movement against the

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 Rowlatt Act, Punjab wrongs, Khilafat issue
and the Reform Act of 1919 created
differences in the ranks of Congress men.
Mrs. Annie Besant and Konda
Venkatappayya opposed the decision of
Gandhiji to boycott the Montagu-
Chelmsford reforms. However in
December 1920, the annual session of the
Congress was held at Nagpur under the
Presidentship of C.Vijayaraghavachari. It
was in the Nagpur session the Non-
Cooperation resolution was passed.
102. Consider the following pairs
A. Konda Venkatappayya – Desabhakta
B. K. Nageswara Rao – Desoddharaka
C. Tanguturi Prakasam Pantulu – Andhra
Kesari
Which of the pairs given above is/are correct?
(1) A and B (2) B and C
(3) C only (4) All of the above
ANSWER: 4
EXPLANATION:
Desabhakta Konda Venkatappayya,
Desoddharaka K. Nageswara Rao, Andhra
Ratna Duggirala Gopala Krishnaiah and
Andhra Kesari Tanguturi Prakasam
Pantulu.
103. Who became the Chief Minister of Madras
Presidency in 1920?
(1) K.V. Reddi Naidu
(2) Raja of Panagal
(3) P. Ramarayaningar
(4) A. Subbarayalu Reddiar
ANSWER: 4
EXPLANATION:
Justice party won the election with no
significant opposition and A. Subbarayalu
Reddiar became the first Prime Minister of
the presidency. The other ministers were
P. Ramarayaningar, the Raja of Panugal
and K.V. Reddi Naidu.
104. Consider the following statements with
regard to Kurnool Circular:
A. It was a circular on the Quit India
movement issued by the Congress
Committee of Kurnool district in present-
day Andhra Pradesh.
B. It was issued on 30th June 1942
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Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(1) Only A (2) Only B
(3) Both A and B (4) Neither A nor B
ANSWER: 1
EXPLANATION:
The Kurnool circular was a circular on the Quit
India movement issued by the Congress
Committee of Kurnool district in present-
day Andhra Pradesh. The circular was
meant to provide detailed guidelines to
the Taluk Congress Committees and other
local organizations for the ensuing
movement.
The Kurnool circular was issued on 30th July
1942. It stated that Gandhi would launch
the Quit India movement at any moment,
and the people should be prepared for it.
However, immediately after the launch of
the movement, Gandhi and other
important leaders were arrested. In such a
situation of lack of leadership, the circular
guided the activists of the Kurnool district
in the movement. The circular contained a
six-stage non-violent program. The first
stage involved the infringement of all
prohibitory orders, and the second stage
was complete abstinence from
government institutions. The third stage
consisted of initiating a strike of railway
and factory workers. In the fourth stage,
the activists picketed foreign goods and
toddy shops. The fifth and sixth stages
consisted of ten kinds of activities, which
involved cutting telegraph lines, non-
payment of taxes, and hoisting Congress
flags on government buildings.
105. Consider the following statements with
regard to Rampa Rebellion (1922-24)
A. It was confined to the agency areas of East
Godavari and Visakhapatnam districts.
B. The first police station attacked by Alluri
Sitarama Raju under the rebellion was
Krishnadevupeta.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(1) Only A (2) Only B
(3) Both A and B (4) Neither A nor B
ANSWER: 1
EXPLANATION:
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 The rebellion popularly known as the Rampa
Rebellion was not launched under the
auspices of the Congress. Nevertheless,
this rebellion which lasted for about two
years and five months i.e, from January
1922 to May 1924 and was confined to the
agency areas of East Godavari and
Visakhapatnam districts gave more
trouble to tire government than the non-
cooperation movement.
Raju's main problem was to get adequate
supply of arms and ammunition. That is
why he began to attack the police stations
starting with that of Chintapalli on 22
August 1922. Raju got two faithful
lieutenants — ‘the Gam brothers’. Gam
Mallu Dora and Gam Gantam Dora. He
extended his activities to the
neighbouring areas and attacked the
police stations at Krishnadevupeta, Raja
Vomnangi, etc.
106. Duggirala Gopala Krishnaiah raised a
voluntary Corpse known as:
(1) Ramadandu (2) Santisena
(3) Girisena (4) Sivasena
ANSWER: 1
EXPLANATION:
Chirala under Gopalakrishnayya's leadership
started no-tax campaign and refused to
pay the municipal taxes levied on them, in
March 1921 twelve of these who refused
to pay the taxes were arrested. They
included an elderly woman. She was,
perhaps, the first woman political prisoner
in India. Gopalakrishnayya organised a
volunteer corps called ‘Ramadandu’ to
serve the needs of the community.
107. The States Reorganisation Commission (SRC)
constituted by the Central Government of
India in December 1953, consider the
following members
A. Justice Fazal Ali
B. K. M. Panikkar
C. K. M. Saifuddin
D. H. N. Kunzru
E. K. M. Dwivedi
The States Reorganization Commission
comprising?
(1) A, B, C and D (2) A, B and D
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(3) A, C and D (4) All the above
ANSWER: B
EXPLANATION:
The States Reorganization Commission (SRC)
constituted by the Central Government of
India in December 1953 to recommend
the reorganization of state boundaries. In
September 1955, after two years of study,
the Commission, comprising Justice Fazal
Ali, K. M. Panikkar and H. N. Kunzru,
submitted its report.
108. Who among the following won Andhra
Provincial Congress Committee elections in
1948?
(1) N.G Ranga (2) Sanjeeva Reddy
(3) Kala Venkata Rao (4) Timma Reddi
ANSWER: 1
EXPLANATION:
In June 1948 Andhra Provincial Congress
Committee elections took place. N.G.
Ranga and Sanjiva Reddy contested for
the presidentship, Prakasam’s group
supported Ranga while Kala Venkata Rao’s
group supported Sanjiva Reddy. Ranga
was able to win the election by a narrow
margin.
109. Which among the following are requests
made by the Madras Native Association in a
petition submitted to Madras government in
1859:
A. To provide ‘grants-in-aid’ to mission
schools.
B. To prohibit government officials in taking
part in the activities of missionaries.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(1) Only A (2) Only B
(3) Both A and B (4) Neither A nor B
ANSWER: 2
EXPLANATION:
After the advent of the Crown’s
administration, the Association submitted
their petitions to the Madras Government
in 1859 and 1861 pointing out the lapses
on the part of the administration anti
requested redressal of the grievances of
the people.
In its petition of 1859, the Madras Native
Association pointed out the abuses in
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 system of ‘Grants-in-aid’ to the mission B. He was a member of First Senate of
schools. The petition requested the Andhra University.
abolition of the Grants-io-aid system. It Which of the statements given above is/are
requested that the government instead of correct?
giving grants to the mission schools should (1) Only A (2) Only B
establish government provincial schools, (3) Both A and B (4) Neither A nor B
so that the people could afford a better
ANSWER: 3
education. Another demand made in the
EXPLANATION:
petition was that the government officials
should not take part in the activities of the Jayanti Ramayya Panthulu - Elected member
missionaries. of Indian Legislative Assembly, Founder of
Andhra Sahitya Parishad, Member of First
110. Which among the following places is the
Senate of Andhra University, Telugu
earliest settlement of French in India?
Lexicographer, Telugu Poet, Linguist,
(1) Chandranagore (2) Mahe
Indian epigraphist
(3) Pondicherry (4) Machilipatnam
113. Who among the following established first
ANSWER: 4 Christian Mission at Madras?
EXPLANATION: (1) R. Caldwell (2) A.D Campbell
By the middle of the 17th century, the English (3) Benjamin Schultze (4) None of the above
Company gained upper hand in the trade
ANSWER: 3
of India and eliminated the competition
EXPLANATION:
from the Dutch. Just at that time France,
also appeared on the scene with their own Benjamin Schultze (1689-1760) was a
Company ‘La Compagnie Des Indes’ and Christian missionary of the Danish-Halle
established trading Settlements at Mission in South India who established
Machilipatnam (1669), Pondicherry the first Christian mission in Madras.
(1673) and Chandranagore (1690). The 114. Which among the following are the works of
settlements at Mahe, Karaikal and Yanam Jashuva?
were established at a later date. A. Gabbilam
111. Consider the following statements with B. Firadausi
regard to Rajasekhara Charitram: C. Kandiseekudu
A. It is the first novel in Telugu. Choose the correct code:
B. It was written by Raghupati (1) A and C (2) A and B
Venkataratnam Naidu. (3) B and C (4) All of the above
Which of the statements given above is/are ANSWER: 4
correct? EXPLANATION:
(1) Only A (2) Only B Protests against untouchability, Dalit rights,
(3) Both A and B (4) Neither A nor B and segregation have been common
ANSWER: 1 themes in all of Jashuva's works. Some of
EXPLANATION: the more notable entries into his literary
Kandukuri Veeresalingam wrote the first novel canon include Gabbilam (A Bat), Firadausi
in Telugu Rajasekhara Charitram. He was (A Rebel) and Kandiseekudu (A Refugee).
the first to render drama into Telugu. The 115. Consider the following statements with
first Telugu books on natural sciences and regard to Kallur Subba Rao:
history were written by him. He was the A. He was elected to the Madras Legislative
first to write in prose for women. Assembly from the Penukonda
112. Consider the following statements with Constituency in 1937.
regard to Jayanti Ramayya Pantulu: B. In 1921, he was arrested for taking part in
A. He was the founder of Andhra Sahitya the Non-Cooperation Movement.
Parishad. Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
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 (1) Only A (2) Only B
(3) Both A and B (4) Neither A nor B
ANSWER: 3
EXPLANATION:
Kallur Subba Rao was born in Kallur village in
present-day Andhra Pradesh. While his
formal education stopped at the
matriculation level, he continued to learn
and taught himself English, Sanskrit,
Kannada, and Telugu.
In 1921, he was arrested for taking part in the
Non-Cooperation Movement. He spent a
total of seven and a half years in prison for
his participation in the Salt Satyagraha,
Civil Disobedience Movement, and Quit
India movement. Between 1921 to 1945,
he spent so much time in prison that
Rajagopalchari named him the ‘Prison
Graduate.’ Subba Rao was elected to the
Madras Legislative Assembly from the
Penukonda Constituency in 1937.
116. Which among the following are the works of
Adivi Bapiraju?
A. Himabindu
B. Tholakari
C. Gona Ganna Reddy
Choose the correct code:
(1) A and C (2) A and B
(3) B and C (4) All of the above
ANSWER: 4
EXPLANATION:
He actively participated in the Non-
Cooperation Movement in 1921 despite
being arrested, and tragically losing his
first child during that time. However, he
did not give up his struggle for
independence. The following year, he
took part in Satyagraha and was once
again arrested, serving a year of rigorous
imprisonment in Cuddalore Jail. While in
prison, Bapiraju wrote a novel named
Himabindu that was set against the
backdrop of the Satavahanas, and he also
depicted his life in prison in a novel called
Tholakari where he played a remarkable
role.
In 1946, he painted the cover page of the
famous Bharati Weekly, which depicted
the goddess of education, Saraswati Devi,
holding a veena in one hand and the Vedas
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in both hands while painting a picture of
Mother India with the other hand. This
painting showcased his artistic talent and
his aspirations for independence, and he
was praised for his skills and referred to as
Andhra Viswavakavi (Ravindra). During
this period, he also wrote novels such as
Cyclone, Gona Ganna Reddy, and Konangi.
117. “Bapu Blesses” was a book written by
(1) N.G. Ranga
(2) Vennelakanti Raghavayya
(3) Kalaka Suri
(4) Oruganti Venkatasubbayya
ANSWER: 1
EXPLANATION:
Ranga joined the freedom movement inspired
by Gandhi's clarion call in 1930. He led the
ryot agitation in 1933. He wrote a book,
Bapu Blesses, about his discussions with
Gandhi. In the course of the Indian
freedom struggle, he led the historic Ryot
Agitation of Andhra in 1933.
118. Consider the following statements with
regard to Telugu Zanana:
A. It was edited by Rayasam Venkata Sivudu.
B. The magazine included important subjects
like women’s education, emancipation,
and empowerment.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(1) Only A (2) Only B
(3) Both A and B (4) Neither A nor B
ANSWER: 3
EXPLANATION:
Telugu Zanana, a Telugu women’s journal was
one such great magazine that was
published during this time from the
current district of East Godavari in the
state of Andhra Pradesh.
Telugu Zanana was edited by Rayasam
Venkata Sivudu who belonged to
Rajamundry, during the period of 1883-
1907. It was intended for leisure reading
by women. The magazine included
important subjects like women’s
education, emancipation, and
empowerment. They focused on
integrating the woman question along
with the larger freedom struggle and
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 involving women in the same. The 1919
issue of the journal highlighted the issue
of the Swadeshi movement and National
Education. They were written by Rapaka
Kaustubham.
119. The demand for the formation of a Andhra
Provincial Congress circle was accepted in
which session of Indian National Congress?
(1) Madras session, 1927
(2) Calcutta session, 1917
(3) Allahabad session, 1910
(4) Bombay session, 1915
ANSWERL 2
EXPLANATION:
The year 1917 closed with annual session of
the Congress at Calcutta with Annie
Besant as President. It was in this session
the Andhra demand for a separate
Congress circle was conceded.
120. Who was the first Chief Minister of Andhra
Pradesh after its formation in 1956?
(1) Neelam Sanjiva Reddy
(2) Tanguturi Prakasam
(3) Kasu Brahmanananda Reddy
(4) None of the above
ANSWER: 1
EXPLANATION:
In 1956, Neelam Sanjeeva Reddy from the INC
became the first chief minister of Andhra
Pradesh post the reorganization of Indian
states.
121. Consider the following statements with
regard to 1857 Revolt:
A. British was supported by Nizam Afzal-ud-
Doulah.
B. Nizam was restored the districts of
Dharashiv and Raichur after the revolt.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(1) Only A (2) Only B
(3) Both A and B (4) Neither A nor B
ANSWER: 3
EXPLANATION:
While Salarjung was busy with his financial
reforms, the political condition in the
State became critical due to the outbreak
of the mutiny in North India in May 1857.
To complicate matters further, the Nizam,
Nasir-ud-Doulah died on 16 May 1857, i.e.
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within a week of the outbreak of the
Mutiny at Meerut. The new Nizam Afzal-
ud-Doulah allowed Salarjung to continue
in his post. Salarjung convinced the new
Nizam that it would be in his interest to
support the British.
After the suppression of the 1857 revolt, the
British Government rewarded the loyalty
of the Nizam by restoring to him in 1860,
the districts of Dharashiv and Raichur.
122. By 1856, how many collectorates were there
in Andhra?
(1) 6 (2) 7
(3) 8 (4) 9
ANSWER: 3
EXPLANATION:
By 1856 Andhra had eight collectorates. They
were; (I) Ganjam, (2) Visakhapatnam, (3)
Godavari, (4) Krishna (Machilipatnam), (5)
Nellore, (6) Bellary, (7) Cuddapah, and (8)
Kurnool.
The northernmost collectorate was that of
Ganjam. It consisted of the present
Ganjam district of Orissa and Srikakulam
district of Andhra Pradesh.
123. What was the important part in coastal
Andhra where the ship building activity
flourished during 18th century ?
(1) Madras (2) Masula
(3) Koringa (4) Narsapur
ANSWER: 3
EXPLANATION:
The Circar region produced rice in abundance.
Its forests produced a fine variety of teak
which was used in ship building. The ship
building industry at Corinka was able to
withstand the several competitions from
outside. Fishing industry was also highly
developed. The inland commerce and
maritime exports of the Cir¬ cars region
was to the tune of 75 lakhs a year.
124. Who was the negotiator between British
resident of East India Company at
Machilipatnam and Nizam Ali Khan of
Hyderabad for the lease of the Northern
Circars to the company?
(1) Jafar Ali
(2) Col. Ford
(3) Francis
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 (4) Kandregula Jogipantulu
ANSWER: 4
EXPLANATION:
Jogipantulu was a well known dubashce of the
northern circars. He had great influence in
Hyderabad and was held in high esteem by
Rukn-ud-daula, the Dewan of the Nizam.
Jogipantulu reached Hyderabad and
opened up negotiations with the Nizam.
But the Nizam did not give serious thought
to the proposals as he was preoccupied
with the disturbances and insurrection in
some parts of his dominions. Jogipantulu
persevered in his attempts. When the
Nizam and the Dewan went to
Rajahmundry, he followed them. At that
time there was a mutiny in Nizam’s troops
at Gollapudi demanding the payment of
the arrears of their salary. Jogipantulu
utilised that opportunity to negotiate the
lease of the five northern Circars to the
company for a sum of rupees 1 5 lakhs. He
also persuaded the Nizam to lease Guntur
Circar also even though it was under the
control of Basalat Jang, the brother of the
Nizam.
125. Consider the following statements:
A. The districts of Bellary and Chittoor which
were included in the Carnatic came under
the British rule in 1802.
B. The districts of Nellore, Anantapur,
Cuddapah and Kurnool were ceded by the
Nizam to the British in 1800.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(1) Only A (2) Only B
(3) Both A and B (4) Neither A nor B
ANSWER: 4
EXPLANATION:
The districts of Nellore and Chittoor which
were included in the Carnatic came under
the British rule in 1802 when Lord
Wellesley annexed the Carnatic to the
British Empire. The districts of Bellary,
Anantapur, Cuddapah and Kurnool were
ceded by the Nizam to the British in 1800
when he entered into ‘subsidiary alliance’
with them. With the acquisition of ceded
districts, the entire Andhra region of
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Andhra Pradesh came under the British
control.
126. Consider the following statements:
A. In 1811, Nellore district suffered from a
severe famine.
B. In 1833, Guntur suffered from one of the
severe famines.
C. In 1839 crops failed in entire Andhra area.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(1) A and C (2) B and C
(3) A and B (4) A, B and C
ANSWER: 4
EXPLANATION:
From 1805 to 1807 the entire Andhra region
was in the grip of a severe famine which
resulted in depopulation of some villages.
In 1811, Nellore district suffered from a
severe famine. The famine of 1823
affected a large area, In 1833 Guntur
suffered from one of the severe famines.
In 1839 crops failed in entire Andhra area.
The Government did very little to alleviate
the sufferings of the people. It also did not
take any steps to pre¬ vent the frequent
recurrence of famines. It did not
formulate, even a famine code
127. Telugu Desam Party was formed in the year
(1) 1982 (2) 1984
(3) 1986 (4) 1990
ANSWER: 1
EXPLANTION:
TDP) is an Indian regional political party with
great influence in the states of Andhra
Pradesh and Telangana. It was founded by
the former chief minister of Andhra
Pradesh N. T. Rama Rao (N.T.R.) on 29
March 1982 and has focused on
supporting Telugu speakers.
128. The proscribed drama “Viplava –
Parivartanamu”, appeared and banned
during Non-Cooperation movement was
written by:
(1) Ponaka Kanakanima
(2) Gollapudi Sitarama Sastri
(3) Tripuraneni Rama Swamy
(4) Kodali Anjaneyulu
ANSWER: 4
EXPLANATION:
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 Kodali Anjaneyulu wrote a political drama
entitled Viplava Parivartanam ’ which was
proscribed from being enacted by the
Government.
129. Who among the following started Sitanagar
Ashram during Non-Cooperation movement.
(1) Bomma Seshu Reddy
(2) Ramasubbaiah
(3) Vennelelakanti Ragliavaiah
(4) Brahma Joshyula Subramaniam
ANSWER: 4
EXPLANATION:
In Nellore, young Congress workers like
Vennelakanti Ragliavaiah, Bomma Seshu
Reddy, Komandur Parthasarathy Iyengar,
Ramasubbaiah, etc., did a tremendous
work for the propagation of Swadeshi
under the guidance of leaders like
Oruganti Venkata Subbaiah, Gadepalli
Padmanabhaiah, Vissa Rajagopal Rao, etc.
In the Godavari district Brahma Joshyula
Subramaniam who started the Sitanagar
Ashram carried on the propagation of
‘Khaddar with great zeal.
130. When did Potti Sreeramulu become a
martyr?
(1) December 15, 1952
(2) December 11, 1952
(3) December 10, 1952
(4) December 13, 1952
ANSWER: 1
EXPLANATION:
Despite strikes and demonstrations by the
Andhra people, the government made no
clear statement regarding the formation
of the new state, and Sreeramulu died
during the night of 15 December 1952.
131. ‘Prajamitra’ was written by
(1) A. Gopalakrishna Murthy
(2) Koganti Radhakrishna Murthy
(3) M.V. Sastry
(4) T. Gopichand
ANSWER: 4
EXPLANATION:
Gopichand popularised Marxist ideas by bis
writings in Prajamitra. Later in his life,
Gopichand gave up many of his Marxist
ideas. He, however, carved a niche for
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himself in Telugu literature with his
famous novel Chivaraku Migiledi
132. Krishikar Lok Party was formed by
(1) N.G. Ranga (2) Gopala Reddi
(3) Sanjiva Reddy (4) Kala Venkata Rao
ANSWER: 1
EXPLANATION:
Krishikar Lok Party, a political party in the
Hyderabad State, India, existing April–
June 1951. KLP was formed when Acharya
N. G. Ranga broke away from the
Hyderabad State Praja Party. KLP
contested the 1951 Lok Sabha elections,
winning one seat.
133. Consider the following statements:
A. in November 1949, A. Kaleswara Rao
formed the Visalandhra Mahasabha at
Vijayawada.
B. In 1949, C. Rajagopalachariar, the
Governor General of India favoured the
formation of a separate Andhra state
exclusively for Telugu speaking people.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(1) Only A (2) Only B
(3) Both A and B (4) Neither A nor B
ANSWER: 1
EXPLANATION:
After the police action, the demand for
Visalandhra gained ground in the Cirear
districts, in November 1949, A. Kaleswara
Rao formed the Visalandhra Mahasabha
at Vijayawada. Slowly the demand for
Visalandhra gained acceptance even in
Telangana. Towards the end of 1949, C.
Rajagopalachariar, the Governor-General
of India visited Hyderabad and favoured
the continuance of the State as a multi-
lingual unit.
134. Consider the following statements regarding
the states reorganization
A. The JVP committee was established to
study the recommendations of the Dhar
Commission.
B. The JVP committee stated that the time
was clearly suitable for formation of new
provinces.
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 Which of the statements given above is/are
incorrect?
(1) Only A (2) Only B
(3) Both A and B (4) Neither A nor B
ANSWER: 2
EXPLANATION:
Soon after the Dhar Committee report was
published, the Congress, at its Jaipur
session, set up the "JVP committee" to
study the recommendations of the Dhar
Commission. The committee consisted of
Jawaharlal Nehru and Vallabhbhai Patel,
in addition to the Congress president
Pattabhi Sitaramayya. In its report dated 1
April 1949, the Committee stated that the
time was not suitable for formation of
new provinces, but also stated that the
"public sentiment is insistent and
overwhelming, we, as democrats, have to
submit to it, but subject to certain
limitations in regard to the good of India
as a whole.
135. Consider the following periodicals or
newspapers
A. Navasakti B. Vishalandra
C. Na swechha D. Swatantra Bharat
The Communists launched which of the
newspapers or periodicals during the
Vishalandra movement given above?
(1) A and D (2) A, B and D
(3) A, B and C (4) All the above
ANSWER: 1
EXPLANATION:
• The Communist publications started as
Navasakti periodical on 15 December
1937 from Rajamahendri.
• This got closed down during World War II.
Later, it was published as Swatantra
Bharat - a secret magazine.
• In 1942 still, later, it was published as a
weekly with the name Prajasakti vara
patrika.
136. Who among the following leaders wrote a
book called ‘Visalandhralo Prajarajyam’ on
Vishalandhra?
(1) Ayyadevara Kaleswara Rao
(2) Puchalapalli Sundaraiah
(3) Gouthu Latchanna
(4) Tanguturi prakasam pantulu
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EXPLANATION:
The Communist leader Puchalapalli
Sundaraiah wrote a book called
‘Visalandhralo Prajarajyam’.
137. Consider the following famous persons
A. Ayyanki Venkata Ramanayya
B. Gadicherla Hari Sarvottama Rao
C. Kalaprapurna Paturi Naga Bhushanam
The library movement in the Andhra state
was the brainchild of?
(1) Only A (2) A and B
(3) B and C (4) All the above
ANSWER: 4
EXPLANATION:
Growing up in Andhra Pradesh, during the pre-
Internet era, one of my memories was the
network of libraries in the state, both
public and private. Even a very small town
would have a library with a reading room,
most with a decent collection of books.
The network of libraries all across
erstwhile Andhra Pradesh was due to the
library movement that was the brainchild
of 3 great men- Ayyanki Venkata
Ramanayya, Gadicherla Hari Sarvottama
Rao, Kalaprapurna Paturi
Nagabhushanam.
138. Who was the Principal Collector of
Rayalaseema that tamed the Poligars of that
region?
(1) Thomas Munro (2) Woodworth
(3) Charles Metcalf (4) Sandhurst
ANSWER: 1
EXPLANATION:
The Poligars, holders of pollam or estate
(zamindars, feudal chiefs) of Rayalseema
area fought against the British in 1800.
Their main functions were to collect taxes,
maintain the law and order and maintain
troops for the king. There were 80 Poligars
in the locality. They refused to accept the
authority of the British and pay cess to the
Company. Thomas Munroe, the Principal
Collector of the region ordered the
Poligars to lay down arms and follow the
order of the Company. A nationalist
Poilgar Narasimha Reddy attacked
Company treasury at Koilakuntla and
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 marched towards Cumbam. After a grim 142. Who among the following were the non-
battle with Captain Holt Narasimha Reddy telugu members in the partition committee
escaped to Nizam territory. He was formed by Madras government?
apprehended after six weeks and was A. Gopala Reddi
hanged in full view of the people at B. Bhaktavatsalam
Koilakuntla. After 18 months, Munroe C. T.T. Krishnamachari
finally managed to bring the revolting
Choose the correct code:
Poligars under control.
(1) A and C (2) A and B
139. The first meeting of Andhra Jana Sangham
(3) B and C (4) All of the above
was held under the Presidentship of
ANSWER: 3
(1) B. Ramakrishna Rao
EXPLANATION:
(2) M. Hanumantha Rao
In the Partition committee formed by Madras
(3) K.V. Ranga Reddu
government, Andhra was represented by:
(4) A. Veerabhadra Rao
• Prakasam
ANSWER: 2
• Gopala Reddi
EXPLANATION:
• Kala Venkata Rao
The Andhra Jana Sangham was a mass
• Sanjiva Reddy
movement founded in 1921 to raise the
self-esteem of Telugu speakers in Non-Telugu areas were represented by
Hyderabad. The organization's name was • Bhaktavatsalam
changed to Andhra Mahasabha in 1930. • T.T Krishnamachari
The Andhra Jana Sangham was founded by • Madhava Menon
Madapati Hanumanta Rao and others. The 143. Who was the first Vice-Chancellor of the
first political conference was held in Andhra University?
Kakinada in 1923, with M. Hanumantha (1) K.V. Reddi Naidu (2) B.N Sharma
Rao as president. (3) B. Satyamurthi (4) C.R Reddy
140. Who among the following was the first ANSWER: 4
president of Andhra congress circle? EXPLANATION:
(1) Nyayapati Subba rao Sir C.R. Reddy was the first Vice-Chancellor of
(2) Dr. Pattabhi Seetharamaiah Andhra University, serving from April 26,
(3) Kala Venkata Rao 1926 to July 31, 1930.
(4) Konda Venkatappaya 144. Andhra Mahila Sabha was formed in the
ANSWER: 1 year?
EXPLANATION: (1) 1935 (2) 1928
Konda Venkatappaiah as General secreatry (3) 1938 (4) 1926
Nyapathi Subba Rao as President ANSWER: 3
141. Who was the first Governor of Andhra EXPLANATION:
Pradesh Andhra Mahila Sabha was the brainchild of
(1) Bhimsen Sachar (2) Thanu Pillai Durgabai Deshmukh who established it to
(3) C.M Trivedi (4) None of the above provide education and specialised courses
ANSWER: 3 to women. The idea of this Sabha
EXPLANATION: germinated in her mind years before it
was officially established. It grew out of
Chandulal Madhavlal Trivedi is the first
Balika Hindi Pathasala in the Kakinada
governor of Andhra Pradesh
district where Durgabai used to study and
Other governors in the chronological order
teach Hindi as a young girl. Durgabai
Shri Bhimsen Sachar- Gen. S.M. Shrinagesh- realising the need for an independent
Shri Pattom A. Thanu Pillai women’s body founded the Andhra
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145. Who among the following participated in the agreed to pay tax. Later he was shot by the
Salt Satyagraha in Nellore district in 1930? British.
A. Bezawada Gopal Reddy 147. Tenali Bomb Case took place in the year
B. Ponoka Kanakamma (1) 1909 (2) 1912
C. Bomma Seshu Reddy (3) 1915 (4) 1917
D. Oruganti Mahalakshmamma ANSWER: 1
Choose the correct code: EXPLANATION:
(1) A, B and C (2) A, C and D The Tenali Bomb Case is mentioned in the
(3) B, C and D (4) All of the above National Movement in Modern Andhra.
ANSWER: 4 The case is also mentioned in a 1909
EXPLANATION: judgment that convicted Chukkapalli
Ramayya of murdering Chennugadu with
Oruganti Venkata Subbaiah was appointed as
a bomb on March 27, 1909.
the key manager of the Salt Satyagraha
Movement in the Nellore district which 148. Rabindranath Tagore translated Vande
was started by Mahatma Gandhi in the Mataram from Bengali to English at
year 1930. The Satyagraha volunteers of (1) Madanapalle (2) Visakhapatnam
Nellore assembled on 22 March 1930 and (3) Rajahmundry (4) Vijayawada
planned to start the movement from ANSWER: 1
Pallepadu on 1 April 1930. Bezawada EXPLANATION:
Gopal Reddy, Vemuru Lakshmaiah, Leburu Rabindranath Tagore translated Vande
Subbarami Reddy, Oruganti Mataram (Jana Gana Mana) from Bengali
Mahalakshmamma, Ponoka Kanakamma, to English as "Morning Song of India"
Bomma Seshu Reddy, Bathina during his stay at Theosophical College in
Ramakrishna Reddy, Duvvuru Balarami Madanapalle, Andhra Pradesh in 1919.
Reddy, and others actively participated in 149. The first widow remarriage in Andhra was
the movement. The movement was celebrated in the year
initially started in Mypadu village, Nellore
(1) 1881 (2) 1885
district.
(3) 1887 (4) 1889
146. Who among the following was killed in
ANSWER: 1
Palnadu during non-cooperation movement?
EXPLANATION:
(1) Kanneganti Hanumanthu
Veeresalingam started a Remarriage
(2) Korukonda Mallayya
Association and sent his students all over
(3) Vedantam Raghavachari
Andhra Pradesh to find young single men
(4) Kannuganti Ramappa willing to marry widows. He arranged the
ANSWER: 1 first widow remarriage on 11 December
EXPLANATION: 1881.
It was against the draconian Pullari tax, that 150. Madras University was established in the
Hanumanthu led the revolt as part of year
Gandhiji’s Non Cooperation Movement. (1) 1855 (2) 1846
Leading a group of youth, Hanumanthu, (3) 1857 (4) 1854
led the revolt against the British in
ANSWER: 3
Palnadu.
EXPLANATION:
Some of the British officials came to
The University of Madras, organised on the
Minchalapadu village, the epicenter of the
model of London University, was
revolt, and warned Hanumanthu of severe
incorporated on 5 September 1857 by an
consequences if the Pullari Tax was not
Act of the Legislative Council of India.
paid. With Gandhiji suspending the Non
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