11. The introduction of the Permanent Settlement in some parts of Andhra Pradesh transformed the role of traditional zamindars into:

Powerful landlords with revenue collection rights
Administrative officials under British supervision
Philanthropists focused on social welfare
Military leaders

Detailed SolutionThe introduction of the Permanent Settlement in some parts of Andhra Pradesh transformed the role of traditional zamindars into:

12. The smallest district in Andhra Pradesh by population is:

Vizianagaram
Srikakulam
West Godavari
East Godavari

Detailed SolutionThe smallest district in Andhra Pradesh by population is:

13. Carnatic music, a classical music tradition of South India, has flourished in Andhra Pradesh. Which of these is NOT a key element of Carnatic music?

Raga (melodic framework)
Tala (rhythmic cycle)
Kriti (composition)
Polyphonic textures (multiple melodies simultaneously)

Detailed SolutionCarnatic music, a classical music tradition of South India, has flourished in Andhra Pradesh. Which of these is NOT a key element of Carnatic music?

14. Development of off-grid and decentralized renewable energy solutions can help address:

Electrification of remote areas
Unreliable power supply
Power shortages during peak demand
All of the above

Detailed SolutionDevelopment of off-grid and decentralized renewable energy solutions can help address:

15. The state of Andhra was formed in 1953 primarily on the basis of:

Linguistic unity
Economic considerations
Administrative efficiency
Historical boundaries

Detailed SolutionThe state of Andhra was formed in 1953 primarily on the basis of:

16. Which city in Andhra Pradesh is known as a hub for the textile industry?

Tirupati
Guntur
Vijayawada
Rajahmundry

Detailed SolutionWhich city in Andhra Pradesh is known as a hub for the textile industry?

17. Ugadi marks the beginning of the Telugu New Year and is celebrated with:

Special dishes and festive decorations
Prayers and temple visits
Cultural performances
All of the above

Detailed SolutionUgadi marks the beginning of the Telugu New Year and is celebrated with:

18. Andhra Pradesh has deposits of:

Quartz
Feldspar
Graphite
All of the above

Detailed SolutionAndhra Pradesh has deposits of:

19. The “APIIC” in Andhra Pradesh primarily focuses on:

Providing industrial infrastructure
Attracting foreign investment
Skill development programs
Export promotion

Detailed SolutionThe “APIIC” in Andhra Pradesh primarily focuses on:

20. Rapid urbanization in Andhra Pradesh can lead to challenges such as:

Pressure on infrastructure
Housing shortages
Environmental degradation
All of the above

Detailed SolutionRapid urbanization in Andhra Pradesh can lead to challenges such as: