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[#156] In which year Telangana merged with Andhra Pradesh after Independence of India?
Correct Answer

(D) 1 st November, 1956

Explanation

Solution: 1956 map of Southern India showing Hyderabad state in yellowish green. After the States reorganisation in 1956, regions west of the red and blue lines merged with Bombay and Mysore States respectively and the remaining part (Telangana) was merged with Andhra Pradesh.

[#157] In which year Telangana Rashtra Samiti (TRS) was launched?
Correct Answer

(B) 2001

Explanation

Solution: Telangana Rashtra Samiti is an Indian regional political party which is predominantly active in the state of Telangana. It was founded on 27 th April, 2001 by K. Chandrashekar Rao, with a single-point agenda of creating a separate Telangana state with Hyderabad as its capital.

[#158] In which year Telangana Regional committee was abolished?
Correct Answer

(D) 1974

Explanation

Solution: The Telangana Regional Committee was abolished in 1974 after the acceptance of the Six-Point formula. The Gentlemen's agreement of Andhra Pradesh was signed between Telangana and Andhra leaders before the formation of the state of Andhra Pradesh of India on 20 th Feb, 1956.

[#159] In which year the Charminar was built
Correct Answer

(D) 1591

Explanation

Solution: The monument was built in 1591 by Muḥammad Quli Quṭb Shah, the fifth king of the Quṭb Shahi dynasty, reportedly as the first building in Hyderabad, his new capital. Over the years, it has become a signature monument to and an iconic symbol of the city's heritage.

[#160] Who is the founder of Vijayanagara kingdom?
Correct Answer

(D) Both A and B

Explanation

Solution: Harihara and Bukka founded Vijayanagara Kingdom and had been administrators in the Kakatiya kingdom which was defeated by the Delhi Sultanate.