Andhrapradesh Language GK&MCQ’S Questions & Answers

1. Who is known as the “Father of Telugu Language”?

A. Pothana
B. Nannaya Bhattaraka
C. Tikkana Somayaji
D. Annamacharya
Answer: B. Nannaya Bhattaraka

2 .Which dynasty ruled the Andhra region during the Satavahana period?

A. Chola Dynasty
B. Pallava Dynasty
C. Satavahana Dynasty
D. Kakatiya Dynasty
Answer: C. Satavahana Dynasty

3. The Amaravati school of art flourished during the rule of which dynasty?

A. Chalukya Dynasty
B. Satavahana Dynasty
C. Kakatiya Dynasty
D. Vijayanagara Dynasty
Answer: B. Satavahana Dynasty

4. Who was the founder of the Reddy dynasty in Andhra Pradesh?

A. Krishna Deva Raya
B. Prolaya Vema Reddy
C. Rudrama Devi
D. Alluri Sitarama Raju
Answer: B. Prolaya Vema Reddy

5. The Qutb Shahi dynasty, known for its architectural contributions, ruled which city in Andhra Pradesh?

A. Warangal
B. Vijayawada
C. Hyderabad
D. Kurnool
Answer: C. Hyderabad

6. Who was the founder of the Kakatiya dynasty in Andhra Pradesh?

A. Prataparudra II
B. Rudrama Devi
C. Ganapati Deva
D. Beta I
Answer: D. Beta I

7.The Kondavidu Fort, an important historical site, is associated with which dynasty?

A. Vijayanagara Dynasty
B. Kakatiya Dynasty
C. Chalukya Dynasty
D. Reddy Dynasty
Answer: D. Reddy Dynasty

8. Who among the following was a prominent freedom fighter from Andhra Pradesh known as the “Lion of Andhra”?

A. Tanguturi Prakasam
B. Potti Sreeramulu
C. Alluri Sitarama Raju
D. Konda Venkata Ranga Reddy
Answer: A. Tanguturi Prakasam

9. The Srikakulam region in Andhra Pradesh is associated with the movement led by:

A. Potti Sreeramulu
B. Alluri Sitarama Raju
C. Tanguturi Prakasam
D. Vemana
Answer: B. Alluri Sitarama Raju

10. Which river is often referred to as the “Dakshina Ganga” and has played a crucial role in the history of Andhra Pradesh?

A. Krishna River
B. Godavari River
C. Tungabhadra River
D. Penna River
Answer: B. Godavari River

Andhrapradesh Universitys List & Establishment Year

National Highways Authority of India in Andhrapradesh MCQ Questions with Answers

1. Which is the longest national highway passing through Andhra Pradesh?

A. NH-16
B. NH-44
C. NH-65
D. NH-40
Answer: A. NH-16

2. NH-16, passing through Andhra Pradesh, connects which two major cities?

A. Kolkata and Mumbai
B. Chennai and Visakhapatnam
C. Vijayawada and Hyderabad
D. Delhi and Chennai
Answer: B. Chennai and Visakhapatnam

3. The iconic Prakasam Barrage in Vijayawada is located on which national highway?

A. NH-44
B. NH-65
C. NH-16
D. NH-40
Answer: C. NH-16

4. NH-44, passing through Andhra Pradesh, is a major north-south highway. What are its terminal points?

A. Srinagar to Kanyakumari
B. Jammu to Kanyakumari
C. Varanasi to Kanyakumari
D. Jalandhar to Chennai
Answer: B. Jammu to Kanyakumari

5. Which of the following cities in Andhra Pradesh is NOT directly connected by a national highway?

A. Visakhapatnam
B. Guntur
C. Kakinada
D. Anantapur
Answer: D. Anantapur

6. NH-65 connects which two major cities in Andhra Pradesh?

A. Tirupati and Kurnool
B. Visakhapatnam and Vijayawada
C. Rajahmundry and Nellore
D. Chittoor and Ongole
Answer: A. Tirupati and Kurnool

7. The Golden Quadrilateral project, connecting major metropolitan cities, includes which national highway in Andhra Pradesh?

A. NH-16
B. NH-44
C. NH-65
D. NH-40
Answer: B. NH-44

8. NH-40, passing through Andhra Pradesh, connects which two states?

A. Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka
B. Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu
C. Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra
D. Andhra Pradesh and Odisha
Answer: D. Andhra Pradesh and Odisha

9. The NHAI is responsible for the development, maintenance, and management of national highways. What does NHAI stand for?

A. National Highway Authority of India
B. National Highways and Infrastructure Agency
C. National Highways Authority of Infrastructure
D. National Highway and Transportation Authority
Answer: A. National Highway Authority of India

10. Which program of NHAI focuses on the development of greenfield expressways in India, aiming to reduce travel time between major cities?

A. Bharatmala Pariyojana
B. National Highways Development Project
C. Setu Bharatam
D. Char Dham Pariyojana
Answer: A. Bharatmala Pariyojana

Agriculture and Irrigation in Andhrapradesh MCQ Questions with Answers

1. Which river is the primary source of irrigation for agriculture in Andhra Pradesh?

A. Godavari River
B. Krishna River
C. Penna River
D. Tungabhadra River
Answer: A. Godavari River

2. The “Panta Sanjeevani” program in Andhra Pradesh is related to:

A. Crop Insurance
B. Organic Farming
C. Soil Health Management
D. Drought Mitigation
Answer: C. Soil Health Management

3. Which project in Andhra Pradesh aims to provide sustainable irrigation and increase agricultural productivity?

A. Neeru-Chettu
B. Polavaram Project
C. Rythu Bharosa
D. Jalayagnam
Answer: A. Neeru-Chettu

4. The “Zero Budget Natural Farming” (ZBNF) initiative in Andhra Pradesh encourages farmers to:

A. Use chemical fertilizers extensively
B. Adopt organic farming practices
C. Depend solely on rain-fed agriculture
D. Practice monoculture
Answer: B. Adopt organic farming practices

5. Which district in Andhra Pradesh is known for the successful implementation of community-managed tank irrigation systems?

A. Anantapur
B. East Godavari
C. Chittoor
D. Prakasam
Answer: B. East Godavari

6. The “Rythu Bharosa” scheme in Andhra Pradesh is aimed at providing financial assistance to:

A. Agricultural laborers
B. Landless farmers
C. Small and marginal farmers
D. Large landholding farmers
Answer: C. Small and marginal farmers

7. Which crop is a major contributor to the agricultural economy of Andhra Pradesh?

A. Rice
B. Wheat
C. Sugarcane
D. Cotton
Answer: A. Rice

8. The “Chandranna Bima” scheme in Andhra Pradesh is associated with providing insurance coverage to:

A. Cattle
B. Agricultural crops
C. Farmers
D. Farm Equipment
Answer: C. Farmers

9. Which of the following irrigation projects in Andhra Pradesh is known for its tunnel-based water supply system?

A. Jalayagnam
B. Pattiseema Lift Irrigation Project
C. Telugu Ganga Project
D. Pulichintala Project
Answer: B. Pattiseema Lift Irrigation Project

10. The “NADU-NEDU” initiative in Andhra Pradesh focuses on improving infrastructure in:

A. Urban areas
B. Rural schools
C. Agricultural markets
D. Irrigation canals
Answer: B. Rural schools

Pattiseema Lift Irrigation Project in andhrapradesh mcq questions with answers

1. Where is the Pattiseema Lift Irrigation Project located in Andhra Pradesh?

A. East Godavari District
B. Anantapur District
C. Krishna District
D. Guntur District
Answer: C. Krishna District

2. The Pattiseema Lift Irrigation Project diverts water from which river to the Krishna River?

A. Godavari River
B. Penna River
C. Tungabhadra River
D. Musi River
Answer: A. Godavari River

3. What is the main objective of the Pattiseema Lift Irrigation Project?

A. Flood Control
B. Drinking Water Supply
C. Irrigation Water Transfer
D. Hydroelectric Power Generation
Answer: C. Irrigation Water Transfer

4. The Pattiseema Lift Irrigation Project is designed to link which two major rivers in Andhra Pradesh?

A. Godavari and Krishna
B. Krishna and Penna
C. Godavari and Penna
D. Tungabhadra and Krishna
Answer: A. Godavari and Krishna

5. Which two districts are majorly benefited by the water transfer through the Pattiseema Lift Irrigation Project?

A. Krishna and Guntur
B. East Godavari and West Godavari
C. Anantapur and Chittoor
D. Visakhapatnam and Vizianagaram
Answer: A. Krishna and Guntur

6. The Pattiseema Lift Irrigation Project was inaugurated to address water scarcity during which season?

A. Summer
B. Monsoon
C. Winter
D. Post-Monsoon
Answer: A. Summer

7. What type of lift irrigation system is employed in the Pattiseema project to transfer water from the Godavari River to the Krishna River?

A. Centrifugal Pumping
B. Archimedean Screw Pumping
C. Reciprocating Pumping
D. Submersible Pumping
Answer: B. Archimedean Screw Pumping

8. The Pattiseema Lift Irrigation Project has been recognized for its swift implementation. How long did it take to complete the project?

A. 2 years
B. 3 years
C. 4 years
D. 5 years
Answer: A. 2 years

9. Which government agency is responsible for the execution and management of the Pattiseema Lift Irrigation Project?

A. National Highways Authority of India (NHAI)
B. Andhra Pradesh State Irrigation Department
C. Central Water Commission (CWC)
D. Pattiseema Lift Irrigation Corporation
Answer: B. Andhra Pradesh State Irrigation Department

10. A part from irrigation, what other benefit does the Pattiseema Lift Irrigation Project provide to the region?

A. Fishery Development
B. Groundwater Recharge
C. Navigation
D. Eco-tourism
Answer: B. Groundwater Recharge

Districts List In Andhrapradesh

Andhra Pradesh has 26 districts, as of today. Here’s a list of them with their respective headquarters:

No.	District	Headquarter
1.	Anantapur	Anantapur
2.	Chittoor	Tirupati
3.	East Godavari	Kakinada
4.	Guntur	Guntur
5.	Krishna	Machilipatnam
6.	Kurnool	Kurnool
7.	Prakasam	Ongole
8.	Srikakulam	Srikakulam
9.	Visakhapatnam	Visakhapatnam
10.	Vizianagaram	Vizianagaram
11.	West Godavari	Eluru
12.	Alluri Sitharama Raju	Paderu
13.	Anakapalli	Anakapalli
14.	Bapatla	Bapatla
15.	Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Konaseema	Amalapuram
16.	Eluru	Eluru
17.	Tirupati	Tirupati
18.	Nandyal	Nandyal
19.	NTR	Vijayawada
20.	Palnadu	Narasaraopeta
21.	Parvathipuram Manyam	Parvathipuram
22.	SPS Nellore	Nellore
23.	Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore	Sri Sathya Sai
24.	Puttaparthi	Puttaparthi
25	YSR	Kadapa
26	Annamayya	Rajampet

No.	Names	Tenure
1.	M. Osman Ali Khan	1 October 1953 – 13 November 1956
2.	B. Ramakrishna Rao	14 November 1956 – 12 May 1962
3.	Patanjali Seshagiri Rao	13 May 1962 – 11 September 1964
4.	Sanjiva Reddy	12 September 1964 – 25 September 1967
5.	Chenna Reddy	26 September 1967 – 15 March 1977
6.	K. B. Narayan Rao	16 March 1977 – 28 June 1978
7.	S. S. Barnala	29 June 1978 – 13 February 1980
8.	Ramkrishna Rao	14 February 1980 – 19 October 1983
9.	K. C. Reddy	20 October 1983 – 25 November 1984
10.	Mohammed Usman	26 November 1984 – 12 February 1988
11.	E. S. L. Narasimhan	13 February 1988 – 24 June 1990
12.	Krishan Mohan Seth	25 June 1990 – 7 December 1993
13.	Chintamani Panigrahi	8 December 1993 – 14 May 1996
14.	Rameshwar Thakur	15 May 1996 – 17 May 2002
15.	C. Rama Jois	18 May 2002 – 22 November 2004
16.	S. M. Krishna	23 November 2004 – 26 January 2009
17.	N. D. Tiwari	27 January 2009 – 19 December 2010
18.	E. S. L. Narasimhan	20 December 2010 – 21 June 2014
19.	Kamla Beniwal	22 June 2014 – 8 September 2017
20.	E. S. L. Narasimhan	9 September 2017 – 23 January 2020
21.	Biswabhushan Harichandan	24 January 2020 – 12 February 2023
22.	S. Abdul Nazeer	13 February 2023 – Present

Andhrapradesh Chief Minister list and tenure

No.	Name	Party	Tenure
1	T. Prakasam	Indian National Congress	14 October 1953 – 15 November 1956
2	B. Ramakrishna Rao	Indian National Congress	16 November 1956 – 5 January 1960
3	K. Brahmananda Reddy	Indian National Congress	6 January 1960 – 13 March 1967
4	K. V. Raghunatha Reddy	Indian National Congress	14 March 1967 – 26 September 1967
5	Kasu Brahmananda Reddy	Indian National Congress	27 September 1967 – 25 January 1971
6	P. V. Narasimha Rao	Indian National Congress	26 January 1971 – 10 March 1978
7	J. Vengala Rao	Indian National Congress	11 March 1978 – 15 September 1983
8	N. T. Rama Rao	Telugu Desam Party	2 October 1983 – 16 December 1984
9	N. T. Rama Rao	Telugu Desam Party	16 March 1985 – 21 December 1989
10	N. T. Rama Rao	Telugu Desam Party	2 December 1992 – 13 May 1996
11	N. Chandrababu Naidu	Telugu Desam Party	1 June 1996 – 28 May 2004
12	Y. S. Rajasekhara Reddy	Indian National Congress	29 May 2004 – 28 May 2009
13	N. Chandrababu Naidu	Telugu Desam Party	31 May 2014 – 28 May 2019
14	Y. S. Jaganmohan Reddy	YSR Congress Party	30 May 2019 – Incumbent

Andhrapradesh Politics GK MCQ Questions And Answers

1. Who is the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh as of 2023?
   a) N. Chandrababu Naidu
   b) Y. S. Jagan Mohan Reddy
   c) Nara Lokesh
   d) K. Rosaiah

Answer: b) Y. S. Jagan Mohan Reddy

2. What is the capital city of Andhra Pradesh?
a) Hyderabad
b) Amaravati
c) Visakhapatnam
d) Vijayawada

Answer: b) Amaravati

3. Which political party is currently in power in Andhra Pradesh?
a) Telugu Desam Party (TDP)
b) Indian National Congress (INC)
c) Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party (YSRCP)
d) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)

Answer: c) Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party (YSRCP)

4. Who was the first Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh?
a) N. Chandrababu Naidu
b) Tanguturi Prakasam
c) Y. S. Rajasekhara Reddy
d) K. Rosaiah

Answer: b) Tanguturi Prakasam

5. Which river is the longest in Andhra Pradesh?
a) Godavari
b) Krishna
c) Tungabhadra
d) Penna

Answer: a) Godavari

6. What is the official language of Andhra Pradesh?
a) Telugu
b) Kannada
c) Tamil
d) Malayalam

Answer: a) Telugu

7. In which year was Andhra Pradesh bifurcated to form Telangana as a separate state?
a) 2012
b) 2013
c) 2014
d) 2015

Answer: c) 2014

8. Who was the founder of the Telugu Desam Party (TDP), a prominent political party in Andhra Pradesh?
a) Y. S. Jagan Mohan Reddy
b) N. Chandrababu Naidu
c) Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao (NTR)
d) K. Chandrashekar Rao (KCR)

Answer: c) Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao (NTR)

9. Which district in Andhra Pradesh is known as the “Rice Bowl of India”?
a) Guntur
b) Krishna
c) West Godavari
d) East Godavari

Answer: d) East Godavari

10. Who is the Governor of Andhra Pradesh as of 2023?
a) Biswabhusan Harichandan
b) Tamilisai Soundararajan
c) E. S. L. Narasimhan
d) Haribabu Kambhampati

Answer: a) Biswabhusan Harichandan

Andhrapradesh Best Tourist Visit Places GK MCQ Questions And Answers

1. Which city in Andhra Pradesh is renowned for the Sri Venkateswara Temple, a major pilgrimage site?
   a) Visakhapatnam
   b) Vijayawada
   c) Tirupati
   d) Amaravati

Answer: c) Tirupati

2. Araku Valley in Andhra Pradesh is famous for:
a) Historical monuments
b) Lush green landscapes and coffee plantations
c) Wildlife sanctuary
d) Ancient caves

Answer: b) Lush green landscapes and coffee plantations

3. What is the historical significance of Lepakshi in Andhra Pradesh?
a) Ancient port city
b) Capital city of a dynasty
c) Site of a famous battle
d) Known for the Veerabhadra Temple and intricate architecture

Answer: d) Known for the Veerabhadra Temple and intricate architecture

4. Which coastal city in Andhra Pradesh is known for its INS Kursura Submarine Museum and Kailasagiri Hill Park?
a) Nellore
b) Visakhapatnam
c) Kakinada
d) Vijayawada

Answer: b) Visakhapatnam

5. The town of Srisailam is famous for:
a) Beautiful beaches
b) A wildlife sanctuary
c) A Jyotirlinga temple and the Nallamala Forest
d) Archaeological excavations

Answer: c) A Jyotirlinga temple and the Nallamala Forest

6. Which lake in Andhra Pradesh is known for birdwatching and is one of the largest brackish water lagoons in India?
a) Pulicat Lake
b) Kolleru Lake
c) Nagarjuna Sagar Lake
d) Hussain Sagar Lake

Answer: a) Pulicat Lake

7. The largest and longest cave system in India, Belum Caves, is located near which city in Andhra Pradesh?
a) Kurnool
b) Guntur
c) Kadapa
d) Anantapur

Answer: a) Kurnool

8. Which valley along the Godavari River in Andhra Pradesh is known for its breathtaking views, boat rides, and tranquil environment?
a) Papi Kondalu
b) Araku Valley
c) Horsley Hills
d) Lambasingi Valley

Answer: a) Papi Kondalu

9. Which hill station in Andhra Pradesh is often referred to as the “Ooty of Andhra” and is known for its cool climate and lush greenery?
a) Araku Valley
b) Horsley Hills
c) Lambasingi
d) Nallamala Hills

Answer: b) Horsley Hills

10 The town of Kakinada in Andhra Pradesh is known for its:
a) Uppada Beach
b) Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary
c) Both a and b
d) None of the above

Answer: c) Both a and b

1. In which city is the Sri Venkateswara Temple located?
   a) Amaravati
   b) Vijayawada
   c) Tirupati
   d) Visakhapatnam

Answer: c) Tirupati

2. What is the deity worshiped at the Sri Venkateswara Temple?
a) Lord Shiva
b) Lord Vishnu (Venkateswara)
c) Goddess Lakshmi
d) Lord Ganesha

Answer: b) Lord Vishnu (Venkateswara)

3. What is the popular name of the Sri Venkateswara Temple due to its location on a hill?
a) Tirumala Temple
b) Balaji Temple
c) Seven Hills Temple
d) Govindaraja Temple

Answer: c) Seven Hills Temple

4. The temple is situated on which range of hills in Andhra Pradesh?
a) Nallamala Hills
b) Eastern Ghats
c) Western Ghats
d) Seshachalam Hills

Answer: d) Seshachalam Hills

5. What is the name of the sacred waterfall near the Sri Venkateswara Temple?
a) Akasa Ganga
b) Tumburu Teertham
c) Papavinasanam
d) Kapila Teertham

Answer: d) Kapila Teertham

6. The deity Lord Venkateswara is also known by another name. What is it?
a) Govinda
b) Anjaneya
c) Narayana
d) Vishvarupa

Answer: a) Govinda

7. What is the name of the hill on which the Sri Venkateswara Temple is situated?
a) Anjanadri
b) Vrishabhadri
c) Seshadri
d) Narayanadri

Answer: c) Seshadri

8. The annual Brahmotsavam festival at the Sri Venkateswara Temple lasts for how many days?
a) 5 days
b) 7 days
c) 9 days
d) 11 days

Answer: c) 9 days

9. Which of the following is the main entrance to the temple and is also known as the “Mahadwaram”?
a) Bangaru Vakili
b) Dwajasthambham
c) Vaikuntha Dwaram
d) Ananda Nilayam

Answer: c) Vaikuntha Dwaram

10 What is the significance of the “Laddu” offered as prasadam at the Sri Venkateswara Temple?
a) It symbolizes purity
b) It is a symbol of knowledge
c) It represents divine blessings
d) All of the above

Answer: d) All of the above

Andhra Pradesh Re-organisation Act, 2014 GK MCQ Questions And Answers

1. When was the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014 enacted?
   a) 2010
   b) 2012
   c) 2013
   d) 2014

Answer: d) 2014

2. What was the main objective of the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014?
a) Formation of Telangana as a separate state
b) Merger of Andhra Pradesh with Karnataka
c) Creation of a union territory in the region
d) Division of Andhra Pradesh into two states – Andhra Pradesh and Telangana

Answer: d) Division of Andhra Pradesh into two states – Andhra Pradesh and Telangana

3. Which city was declared as the common capital for both Andhra Pradesh and Telangana for a transitional period?
a) Amaravati
b) Vijayawada
c) Hyderabad
d) Visakhapatnam

Answer: c) Hyderabad

4. The Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014, mandates the establishment of a new capital for Andhra Pradesh. What is the name of the new capital?
a) Amaravati
b) Visakhapatnam
c) Kurnool
d) Tirupati

Answer: a) Amaravati

5. According to the Act, which river was specified as the boundary between the two states, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana?
a) Godavari
b) Krishna
c) Tungabhadra
d) Penna

Answer: b) Krishna

6. Which committee was appointed to look into issues related to the division of assets and liabilities between Andhra Pradesh and Telangana?
a) Jandhyala Committee
b) Venkateshwar Committee
c) Srikrishna Committee
d) Reddy Committee

Answer: c) Srikrishna Committee

7. As per the Act, what is the status of Hyderabad after the bifurcation?
a) Capital of Andhra Pradesh
b) Capital of Telangana
c) Union Territory
d) Common capital for both Andhra Pradesh and Telangana for a transitional period

Answer: d) Common capital for both Andhra Pradesh and Telangana for a transitional period

8. Which of the following institutions was mentioned in the Act to be located in Andhra Pradesh?
a) Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)
b) Indian Institute of Management (IIM)
c) National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT)
d) All of the above

Answer: d) All of the above

9. What was the name given to the committee appointed to oversee the division of the employees between the two states?
a) Thakur Committee
b) Justice Dharmadhikari Committee
c) GoM Committee
d) Kamalnath Committee

Answer: b) Justice Dharmadhikari Committee

10. Which of the following states does not share a border with Andhra Pradesh?
a) Karnataka
b) Telangana
c) Odisha
d) Tamil Nadu

Answer: c) Odisha