APPSC Group II 2022 previous year paper practice · PYQ-pattern set

APPSC Group II 2022 PYQ-pattern questions

Showing 10 of the 17 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 · Indian Economy

   Which of the following is NOT a component of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) structure in India?

   • A. Central GST (CGST)
   • B. State GST (SGST)
   • C. Integrated GST (IGST)
   • D. Municipal GST (MGST)
   Answer and solution

   Answer: D

   GST in India comprises CGST, SGST, and IGST. There is no separate Municipal GST component in the current structure.

2. Q2 · Indian Polity and Governance

   Consider the following statements regarding the Vice President of India: 1. The Vice President can be removed from office by impeachment for violation of the Constitution. 2. The Vice President's term is five years from the date he assumes office. 3. The Vice President acts as the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

   • A. 1 and 2 only
   • B. 2 and 3 only
   • C. 1 and 3 only
   • D. 1, 2 and 3
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Statement 1 is incorrect - VP can be removed by a resolution of Rajya Sabha passed by absolute majority and agreed to by Lok Sabha, not by impeachment. Statements 2 and 3 are correct.

3. Q3 · Political and Administrative System of AP

   The Gentlemen's Agreement of 1956 was primarily aimed at addressing concerns related to which region during the formation of Andhra Pradesh?

   • A. Rayalaseema
   • B. Coastal Andhra
   • C. Telangana
   • D. North Coastal Andhra
   Answer and solution

   Answer: C

   The Gentlemen's Agreement was signed to protect the interests of the Telangana region when it merged with Andhra State to form Andhra Pradesh in 1956, addressing concerns about employment, education, and development.

4. Q4 · Geography of Andhra Pradesh

   Which port in Andhra Pradesh is designated as one of the major ports of India?

   • A. Kakinada Port
   • B. Visakhapatnam Port
   • C. Machilipatnam Port
   • D. Gangavaram Port
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Visakhapatnam Port is one of the 13 major ports of India and is the largest port in Andhra Pradesh. It plays a crucial role in the state's maritime trade and serves as an important naval base.

5. Q5 · Mental Ability and Logical Reasoning

   In a certain code, if 'CLOUD' is written as 'DMPVE', then how will 'STREAM' be written in the same code?

   • A. TUSFBN
   • B. TUQFBN
   • C. TQSFBN
   • D. TUSFAM
   Answer and solution

   Answer: A

   Each letter in 'CLOUD' is shifted by +1 position to get 'DMPVE'. Applying the same pattern to 'STREAM', we shift each letter by +1 to get 'TUSFBN'.

6. Q6 · Indian Economy

   The concept of 'Marginal Standing Facility (MSF)' in the context of monetary policy refers to which of the following?

   • A. A facility for banks to borrow overnight from RBI against approved government securities
   • B. A scheme for providing subsidized loans to marginal farmers
   • C. A fund maintained for managing foreign exchange fluctuations
   • D. A provision for banks to deposit excess reserves with RBI
   Answer and solution

   Answer: A

   The Marginal Standing Facility (MSF) is a window for scheduled commercial banks to borrow overnight from the RBI in an emergency situation when inter-bank liquidity dries up, against their excess SLR securities.

7. Q7 · Geography of Andhra Pradesh

   Which wildlife sanctuary in Andhra Pradesh is known for the conservation of the Great Indian Bustard?

   • A. Nagarjunasagar-Srisailam Tiger Reserve
   • B. Rollapadu Wildlife Sanctuary
   • C. Papikonda Wildlife Sanctuary
   • D. Kolleru Bird Sanctuary
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Rollapadu Wildlife Sanctuary in Andhra Pradesh is specifically known for the conservation efforts of the critically endangered Great Indian Bustard.

8. Q8 · Ancient and Medieval History of AP

   The Salankayanas, who ruled parts of coastal Andhra Pradesh during the 4th-5th centuries CE, are known for which of the following contributions?

   • A. Introducing Sanskrit as the official language in place of Prakrit
   • B. Building the famous Undavalli Caves
   • C. Establishing the first Buddhist university in Andhra
   • D. Constructing extensive irrigation canals in the Krishna delta
   Answer and solution

   Answer: A

   During the Salankayanas period, Sanskrit language acquired prominence as the official language, replacing Prakrit in inscriptions and administration.

9. Q9 · Science and Technology

   Which of the following greenhouse gases has the highest Global Warming Potential (GWP) over a 100-year period?

   • A. Carbon dioxide (CO₂)
   • B. Methane (CH₄)
   • C. Nitrous oxide (N₂O)
   • D. Sulfur hexafluoride (SF₆)
   Answer and solution

   Answer: D

   Sulfur hexafluoride has the highest GWP among common greenhouse gases, approximately 23,500 times that of CO₂ over 100 years, though it is less abundant.

10. Q10 · Economy of Andhra Pradesh

    What is the primary objective of the Industrial Single Window Clearance Act enacted by Andhra Pradesh?

    • A. To increase tax revenue from industries
    • B. To simplify and expedite industrial clearances for new industries
    • C. To restrict foreign direct investment
    • D. To promote only small-scale industries
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    The Industrial Single Window Clearance Act made it compulsory for new industries to register with a single window to obtain clearances quickly and simplified procedures for getting industrial approvals.