Andhra Pradesh Geography MCQs Quiz Set 3

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Andhra Pradesh Geography - Multiple Choice Questions - SET 3

Useful for Andhra Pradesh State Level Group-1 & Group-2 Exams.

Questions Included from Andhra Pradesh State level Group-1 and group-2 Previous Papers

1Q) Which of the following waterfalls are correctly matched with respect to their districts?

(1) Leela Waterfalls - Parvathipuram Manyam district

(2) Katiki Waterfalls - Alluri Sitharama Raju district

(3) Ethipothala Falls - Palnadu district

(3) Kaigal Falls (Dumukuralla Falls) - Tirupati district

(A) Only 1 and 2

(B) Only 2 and 3

(C) Only 1, 2, and 3

(D) Only 1, 2, 3, and 4

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⇨ List of Important Waterfalls in Andhra Pradesh:

⇨ (1) Kailasakona falls - Tirupati district

⇨ (2) Talakona Falls - Tirupati district

⇨ (3) Ubbalamadugu Falls (TADA Falls) - Tirupati district

⇨ (4) Kaigal Falls (Dumukuralla Falls) - Chittoor district

⇨ (5) Penchalakona Falls - Nellore district

⇨ (6) Ethipothala Falls - Palnadu district

⇨ (7) Leela Waterfalls - Parvathipuram Manyam district

⇨ (8) Thonam Waterfalls - Parvathipuram Manyam district

⇨ (9) Salugu waterfalls - Alluri Sitharama Raju district

⇨ (10) Katiki Waterfalls - Alluri Sitharama Raju district

2Q) In which of the following regions of Andhra Pradesh, ICAR established the Indian Institute of Oil Palm Research?

(A) Anakapalli

(B) Kakinada

(C) Eluru

(D) Bapatla

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⇨ ICAR established the Indian Institute of Oil Palm Research in Pedavegi Eluru District, Andhra Pradesh, India.

⇨ The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) is an autonomous body responsible for co-ordinating agricultural education and research in India.

3Q) Which of the following cities in Andhra Pradesh is known as the cultural capital of Andhra Pradesh?

(A) Rajamahendravaram

(B) Amaravati

(C) Kakinada

(D) Tirupati

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⇨ Rajamahendravaram is a city in the East Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh and is known as the "Cultural Capital of Andhra Pradesh".

4Q) Yenugula Mallamma Konda is a series of hills located in which of the following district of Andhra Pradesh?

(A) Nandyal District

(B) Sri Sathya Sai District

(C) Annamayya District

(D) Tirupati District

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⇨ Horsley Hills or Horsleykonda or Yenugulla Mallamma Konda is a series of hills located in the Annamayya district of Andhra Pradesh.

5Q) Which district in Andhra Pradesh is known for the famous Ahobilam Temple?

(A) Vizianagaram

(B) Anantapur

(C) Nandyal

(D) Kurnool

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⇨ Nandyal district is known for the famous Ahobilam Temple, a significant pilgrimage site for Vaishnavites.

6Q) Correctly match the beaches below with their districts.

(1) Mypadu Beach; (2) Ramayapatnam Beach; (3) Suryalanka Beach; (4) Mangamaripeta

(a) Krishna district; (b) Nellore district; (c) Visakhapatnam; (d) Prakasam district; (e) Bapatla district

(A) (1) - (d); (2) - (c); (3) - (e); (4) - (b)

(B) (1) - (c); (2) - (e); (3) - (d); (4) - (a)

(C) (1) - (b); (2) - (d); (3) - (e); (4) - (c)

(D) (1) - (d); (2) - (c); (3) - (b); (4) - (a)

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⇨ (1) Mypadu Beach - (b) Nellore district

⇨ (2) Ramayapatnam Beach - (d) Prakasam district

⇨ (3) Suryalanka Beach - (e) Bapatla district

⇨ (4) Mangamaripeta - (c) Visakhapatnam

7Q) Which of the following district in Andhra Pradesh is known as the "Manchester of Andhra Pradesh"?

(A) Visakhapatnam

(B) Krishna

(C) Nellore

(D) Chittoor

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⇨ "Visakhapatnam is known as the 'Manchester of Andhra Pradesh'" is a comparison between Visakhapatnam and Manchester, a city in England known for its textile industry during the Industrial Revolution.

⇨ Visakhapatnam, also known as Vizag, is a major port city located in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. It is recognized as a significant industrial center in the state and plays a crucial role in the region's economy.

⇨ Visakhapatnam houses several industries, including steel, petrochemicals, shipbuilding, textiles, and pharmaceuticals. The city is home to the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, which is the largest state-owned steel producer in India. Additionally, it has a significant presence in textile and garment manufacturing units, contributing to the local economy.

⇨ Visakhapatnam's industrial activities are diverse and contribute to the economic growth of the region, because of that it is primarily known as the "Manchester of Andhra Pradesh" in common parlance or widely recognized as such.

⇨ It's important to note that while certain districts in Andhra Pradesh may have a significant presence of industries, particularly in sectors like textiles, it does not necessarily warrant the comparison to Manchester, which has a rich historical background and global recognition for its textile industry during the Industrial Revolution.

8Q) Which district in Andhra Pradesh is known for the famous Sankaram Buddhist Site?

(A) Vizianagaram

(B) Visakhapatnam

(C) Anakapalli

(D) Srikakulam

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⇨ Anakapalli district is known for the famous Sankaram Buddhist Site, an ancient Buddhist complex with rock-cut caves and sculptures.

⇨ Bojjannakonda and Lingalakonda are two Buddhism rock-cut caves on adjacent hillocks, situated near a village called Sankaram, Anakapalle district.

⇨ The sites are believed to date between the 4th and 9th Century A.D.

9Q) Which river flows through the Gandikota Gorge in Andhra Pradesh?

(A) Godavari

(B) Krishna

(C) Penna

(D) Tungabhadra

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⇨ The Penna River flows through the famous Gandikota Gorge in Andhra Pradesh. Gandikota is often referred to as the "Grand Canyon of India" and attracts many visitors due to its stunning natural beauty.

⇨ The fort was the center of power for various dynasties, such as the Kalyani Chalukyas, Pemmasani Nayakas, and the Golconda Sultanate.

⇨ A sand fort was constructed by Kaka Raja, the Vassals of Kalyani Chalukya rulers.

10Q) Kocheruvu Limestone Mine is located in which of the following district of Andhra Pradesh?

(1) Prakasam District

(2) YSR District Kadapa District

(3) Bapatla District

(4) Nandyala District

(A) Prakasam District

(B) YSR District Kadapa District

(C) Bapatla District

(D) Nandyala District

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⇨ Kocheruvu Limestone Mine is located in the Nandyala District of Andhra Pradesh.

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