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AP AMVI 2023 PYQ-pattern questions

Showing 10 of the 24 PYQ-pattern questions in this set — freshly worded in that year's pattern, not the original questions. Answers and solutions open under each question.

1. Q1 · Medieval India

   Which medieval ruler introduced the system of 'Dagh' (branding of horses) and 'Chehra' (descriptive roll of soldiers) to prevent fraud in the army?

   • A. Balban
   • B. Alauddin Khilji
   • C. Muhammad bin Tughlaq
   • D. Firoz Shah Tughlaq
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Alauddin Khilji introduced the military reforms of Dagh (branding horses) and Chehra (maintaining descriptive rolls) to eliminate corruption and ensure that soldiers maintained genuine horses and didn't present the same horses multiple times.

2. Q2 · Geography of Andhra Pradesh

   The Kondapalli Reserve Forest in Andhra Pradesh is primarily known for which type of vegetation?

   • A. Mangrove forests
   • B. Dry deciduous forests
   • C. Tropical evergreen forests
   • D. Alpine forests
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Kondapalli Reserve Forest, located in Krishna district, is characterized by dry deciduous forests typical of the Eastern Ghats region, supporting diverse wildlife including leopards and various bird species.

3. Q3 · State Government

   In which of the following circumstances can a State Governor reserve a bill passed by the State Legislature for consideration by the President?

   • A. Only when the bill is related to taxation
   • B. When the bill may be repugnant to central legislation or the Constitution
   • C. Only when the State Cabinet recommends reservation
   • D. When the bill relates to administrative matters
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   The Governor can reserve a bill for Presidential assent when it appears that the bill may be repugnant to the Constitution or to any central law, enabling constitutional scrutiny.

4. Q4 · Chemistry Basics

   Which of the following is NOT a greenhouse gas?

   • A. Carbon dioxide
   • B. Methane
   • C. Nitrogen
   • D. Nitrous oxide
   Answer and solution

   Answer: C

   Nitrogen (N₂) is an inert gas that makes up 78% of the atmosphere but does not contribute to the greenhouse effect, unlike CO₂, CH₄, and N₂O.

5. Q5 · AP Current Affairs

   The 'Jagananna Vidya Kanuka' scheme in Andhra Pradesh provides which of the following benefits to students?

   • A. Free laptops to intermediate students
   • B. School kits including notebooks, uniforms, and shoes
   • C. Scholarships for higher education
   • D. Free coaching for competitive exams
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Jagananna Vidya Kanuka provides school kits containing essential items like notebooks, textbooks, school bags, uniforms, belts, and shoes to government school students.

6. Q6 · Numerical Ability

   A bus travels from City A to City B at an average speed of 60 km/h and returns at an average speed of 40 km/h. What is the average speed for the entire journey?

   • A. 48 km/h
   • B. 50 km/h
   • C. 52 km/h
   • D. 55 km/h
   Answer and solution

   Answer: A

   Average speed = (2 × 60 × 40) / (60 + 40) = 4800 / 100 = 48 km/h. This uses the harmonic mean formula for equal distances.

7. Q7 · IC Engine Classification

   Which type of IC engine uses a spark plug for ignition?

   • A. Diesel engine
   • B. Compression ignition engine
   • C. Petrol engine
   • D. CI engine
   Answer and solution

   Answer: C

   Petrol engines (also called spark ignition or SI engines) use spark plugs to ignite the air-fuel mixture, unlike diesel engines which use compression ignition.

8. Q8 · Modern India & Freedom Struggle

   Which session of the Indian National Congress witnessed the famous split between the Moderates and the Extremists?

   • A. Lahore Session, 1909
   • B. Surat Session, 1907
   • C. Calcutta Session, 1906
   • D. Nagpur Session, 1920
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   The Surat Session of 1907 witnessed a major split in the Indian National Congress between the Moderates led by Gopal Krishna Gokhale and the Extremists led by Bal Gangadhar Tilak.

9. Q9 · World Geography Basics

   Which ocean is the deepest in the world?

   • A. Atlantic Ocean
   • B. Indian Ocean
   • C. Pacific Ocean
   • D. Arctic Ocean
   Answer and solution

   Answer: C

   The Pacific Ocean is the deepest ocean in the world, with the Mariana Trench containing the deepest known point (Challenger Deep) at approximately 11,034 meters below sea level.

10. Q10 · State Government

    In a State where the Governor has declared President's Rule under Article 356, which authority exercises the powers of the State Legislature?

    • A. The State High Court
    • B. The Governor on behalf of the President
    • C. The Parliament of India
    • D. A special legislative assembly nominated by the President
    Answer and solution

    Answer: C

    During President's Rule under Article 356, the Parliament assumes the powers of the State Legislature and can make laws for the state.