Andhra Pradesh GK MCQ

11. Which was the largest princely state within the present-day boundaries of Andhra Pradesh during British rule?

Hyderabad State
Vizianagaram
Bobbili
Gadwal

Detailed SolutionWhich was the largest princely state within the present-day boundaries of Andhra Pradesh during British rule?

12. Limestone, an important mineral for the cement industry, is found in significant deposits in which districts of Andhra Pradesh?

Kadapa and Kurnool
Guntur and Prakasam
Nellore and Chittoor
East Godavari and West Godavari

Detailed SolutionLimestone, an important mineral for the cement industry, is found in significant deposits in which districts of Andhra Pradesh?

13. Disease outbreaks are a threat to livestock health and productivity, particularly:

Foot-and-mouth disease
Avian Influenza (Bird Flu)
Brucellosis
All of the above

Detailed SolutionDisease outbreaks are a threat to livestock health and productivity, particularly:

14. Limited resources and capacity can hinder effective disaster management, particularly at the:

Local level
State level
National level
International level

Detailed SolutionLimited resources and capacity can hinder effective disaster management, particularly at the:

15. The introduction of the Doctrine of Lapse by the British, which led to the annexation of some princely states, caused anxieties among:

Rulers of remaining princely states in Andhra
Landowning classes and nobility
Religious leaders fearing interference
All of the above

Detailed SolutionThe introduction of the Doctrine of Lapse by the British, which led to the annexation of some princely states, caused anxieties among:

16. A major challenge to food security in Andhra Pradesh is:

Drought and rainfall variability
Low agricultural productivity
Poverty and inequality
All of the above

Detailed SolutionA major challenge to food security in Andhra Pradesh is:

17. The Rampa Rebellion (1922-24), led by Alluri Sitarama Raju, was primarily a revolt by:

Tribal communities against British forest restrictions
Industrial workers against factory owners
Landless peasants against zamindars
Urban intellectuals against colonial rule

Detailed SolutionThe Rampa Rebellion (1922-24), led by Alluri Sitarama Raju, was primarily a revolt by:

18. Mesolithic communities in Andhra Pradesh are known for their:

Microlithic tools
Rock art
Early signs of agriculture
A and B only

Detailed SolutionMesolithic communities in Andhra Pradesh are known for their:

19. The loyalties of the Nizam of Hyderabad, the largest princely state in the region, were crucial for the British in maintaining control over Andhra Pradesh. The Nizam:

Actively supported the British in suppressing the Revolt
Joined the rebellion and fought against the British
Remained neutral during the conflict
Secretly supported the rebels while maintaining outward loyalty

Detailed SolutionThe loyalties of the Nizam of Hyderabad, the largest princely state in the region, were crucial for the British in maintaining control over Andhra Pradesh. The Nizam:

20. Folk dances are often performed to celebrate:

Harvests
Religious events
Community gatherings
All of the above

Detailed SolutionFolk dances are often performed to celebrate:

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