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🌊 Andhra Pradesh History & GK
1The capital of Andhra Pradesh is:
Answer: C — Amaravati
Amaravati is the designated capital of Andhra Pradesh, though the state currently has Visakhapatnam as the executive capital and Kurnool as the judicial capital under a three-capital arrangement (later contested). Andhra Pradesh was bifurcated on 2 June 2014 into Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, with Hyderabad as the shared capital for 10 years.
Amaravati is the designated capital of Andhra Pradesh, though the state currently has Visakhapatnam as the executive capital and Kurnool as the judicial capital under a three-capital arrangement (later contested). Andhra Pradesh was bifurcated on 2 June 2014 into Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, with Hyderabad as the shared capital for 10 years.
2The Tirumala Venkateswara Temple (Tirupati) is the world's richest temple by:
Answer: B — Annual donations from devotees
The Tirumala Venkateswara Temple in Tirupati is the world's richest and most visited religious place, receiving annual donations of several thousand crore rupees. About 50,000-100,000 pilgrims visit daily. The temple is managed by the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD). Lord Venkateswara (Balaji) is a form of Vishnu.
The Tirumala Venkateswara Temple in Tirupati is the world's richest and most visited religious place, receiving annual donations of several thousand crore rupees. About 50,000-100,000 pilgrims visit daily. The temple is managed by the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD). Lord Venkateswara (Balaji) is a form of Vishnu.
3The Satavahana dynasty ruled from which capital in AP?
Answer: B — Amaravati (ancient Dharanikota)
The Satavahana dynasty (2nd century BCE - 3rd century CE) had their capital at Amaravati (ancient Dharanikota/Dhanyakataka) on the banks of the Krishna River. The Amaravati Stupa, a famous Buddhist monument, was built during this period. The Satavahanas were great patrons of Buddhism and built several Buddhist monuments.
The Satavahana dynasty (2nd century BCE - 3rd century CE) had their capital at Amaravati (ancient Dharanikota/Dhanyakataka) on the banks of the Krishna River. The Amaravati Stupa, a famous Buddhist monument, was built during this period. The Satavahanas were great patrons of Buddhism and built several Buddhist monuments.
4Telugu is the official language of Andhra Pradesh. It was the first state formed on a linguistic basis in:
Answer: B — 1953
Andhra State, the first state formed on a linguistic basis in India, was created on 1 October 1953 by separating Telugu-speaking areas from Madras State. It was formed following the hunger strike and death of Potti Sriramulu in 1952. In 1956, it merged with Hyderabad state to form Andhra Pradesh.
Andhra State, the first state formed on a linguistic basis in India, was created on 1 October 1953 by separating Telugu-speaking areas from Madras State. It was formed following the hunger strike and death of Potti Sriramulu in 1952. In 1956, it merged with Hyderabad state to form Andhra Pradesh.
5Visakhapatnam (Vizag) in AP is known for:
Answer: B — India's major port and submarine base
Visakhapatnam (Vizag) is one of India's major ports and hosts the Eastern Naval Command — India's only naval command with a submarine base. It is the largest city in AP and a major industrial hub with steel plants, refineries and shipbuilding facilities. Vizag is also known as the City of Destiny and the Jewel of the East Coast.
Visakhapatnam (Vizag) is one of India's major ports and hosts the Eastern Naval Command — India's only naval command with a submarine base. It is the largest city in AP and a major industrial hub with steel plants, refineries and shipbuilding facilities. Vizag is also known as the City of Destiny and the Jewel of the East Coast.
6The Kondapalli Toys from Andhra Pradesh are made from:
Answer: B — Soft white wood (Tella Poniki)
Kondapalli Toys from Kondapalli village near Vijayawada are traditional wooden toys made from soft white wood called Tella Poniki (Wrightia tinctoria). The toys depict village life, mythology and nature scenes. Kondapalli toys have a GI tag and are UNESCO-recognised traditional craft. They are an important part of AP's craft heritage.
Kondapalli Toys from Kondapalli village near Vijayawada are traditional wooden toys made from soft white wood called Tella Poniki (Wrightia tinctoria). The toys depict village life, mythology and nature scenes. Kondapalli toys have a GI tag and are UNESCO-recognised traditional craft. They are an important part of AP's craft heritage.
7The Nagarjuna Sagar Dam, one of India's largest dams, is built on which river?
Answer: B — Krishna
Nagarjuna Sagar Dam on the Krishna River (on the AP-Telangana border) is one of the world's largest masonry dams and the largest in India. Built between 1955-1967, it is named after the ancient Buddhist philosopher Nagarjuna. The reservoir submerged the ancient Buddhist site of Nagarjunakonda (now an island).
Nagarjuna Sagar Dam on the Krishna River (on the AP-Telangana border) is one of the world's largest masonry dams and the largest in India. Built between 1955-1967, it is named after the ancient Buddhist philosopher Nagarjuna. The reservoir submerged the ancient Buddhist site of Nagarjunakonda (now an island).
8Kuchipudi is a classical dance form originating from:
Answer: B — Kuchipudi village near Krishna district
Kuchipudi classical dance originated in Kuchipudi village in Krishna district of Andhra Pradesh. It was traditionally performed by male Brahmin artists but is now performed by both genders. Known for its graceful footwork and expressive abhinaya (facial expressions), it gained recognition as a classical dance in 1958.
Kuchipudi classical dance originated in Kuchipudi village in Krishna district of Andhra Pradesh. It was traditionally performed by male Brahmin artists but is now performed by both genders. Known for its graceful footwork and expressive abhinaya (facial expressions), it gained recognition as a classical dance in 1958.
9The Araku Valley in Andhra Pradesh is famous for:
Answer: B — Tribal coffee cultivation and scenic valley
Araku Valley in Visakhapatnam district, known as the Ooty of Andhra Pradesh, is a scenic hill resort at 900-1100 metres. It is famous for tribal coffee cultivation by the Adivasi (tribal) communities — Araku coffee is internationally acclaimed and has a GI tag. The valley has waterfalls, caves and the Padmapuram Garden.
Araku Valley in Visakhapatnam district, known as the Ooty of Andhra Pradesh, is a scenic hill resort at 900-1100 metres. It is famous for tribal coffee cultivation by the Adivasi (tribal) communities — Araku coffee is internationally acclaimed and has a GI tag. The valley has waterfalls, caves and the Padmapuram Garden.
10Potti Sriramulu was a freedom fighter who fasted unto death for:
Answer: A — Andhra statehood
Potti Sriramulu (1901-1952) fasted unto death for 58 days demanding the creation of a separate Andhra State for Telugu-speaking people. His death on 15 December 1952 led to widespread protests across the region. The government was forced to create Andhra State on 1 October 1953. He is called Amarajeevi (Immortal Soul) in Telugu.
Potti Sriramulu (1901-1952) fasted unto death for 58 days demanding the creation of a separate Andhra State for Telugu-speaking people. His death on 15 December 1952 led to widespread protests across the region. The government was forced to create Andhra State on 1 October 1953. He is called Amarajeevi (Immortal Soul) in Telugu.
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