Andhra Pradesh - Study Mode

[#521] Which of the following religion was patronized by the early Kakatiya kings?
Correct Answer

(C) Jainism

Explanation

Solution: Kakatiya chiefs followed Jainism, which was also patronized by the Rashtrakutas, thus strengthening the view that the two dynasties were connected.

[#522] Which of the following states does not share a boundary with Andhra Pradesh?
Correct Answer

(D) Madhya Pradesh

Explanation

Solution: Madhya Pradesh does not share a boundary with Andhra Pradesh. Madhya Pradesh shares its border with the states of Uttar Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra, Gujarat and Rajasthan.

[#523] Which of the following term was used for the group of people following profession during rule of Satavahanas?
Correct Answer

(A) Srenis

Explanation

Solution: The people of same profession grouped themselves into Srenis or guilds under the leadership of Sresthi. Domestic traders formed into unions called Nibhaya or Nikaya or Nigama. The meetings of these unions were known as Goshti.

[#524] Which of the following two places in Andhra were selected for the visit of Simon commission?
Correct Answer

(C) Guntur & Ongole

Explanation

Solution: Guntur & Ongole two places in Andhra Pradesh were selected for the visit of Simon commission. The Indian Statutory Commission also known as Simon Commission, was a group of seven Members of Parliament.

[#525] Which of the following was the capital of Ikshvakus
Correct Answer

(A) Vijayapuri

Explanation

Solution: The Ikshvaku dynasty ruled in the eastern Krishna River valley of India, from their capital at Vijayapuri during approximately 3 rd and 4 th centuries CE. The Ikshvakus are also known as the Andhra Ikshvakus.