APPSC Group II 2023 previous year paper practice · PYQ-pattern set

APPSC Group II 2023 PYQ-pattern questions

Showing 10 of the 18 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 · Geography of India

   The Tropical Evergreen Forests in India are primarily found in which of the following regions?

   • A. Western Ghats and parts of North-Eastern India
   • B. Indo-Gangetic Plains and Deccan Plateau
   • C. Thar Desert and Kutch region
   • D. Central Highlands and Vindhya Range
   Answer and solution

   Answer: A

   Tropical Evergreen Forests require heavy rainfall (over 200 cm annually) and are found in the Western Ghats and North-Eastern India where such conditions exist.

2. Q2 · Ancient and Medieval History of AP

   Which dynasty is credited with constructing the famous rock-cut cave temples at Undavalli in Andhra Pradesh?

   • A. Satavahanas
   • B. Vishnukundins
   • C. Ikshvakus
   • D. Pallavas
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   The Undavalli caves were carved during the Vishnukundin period (5th-6th century CE) and showcase architectural excellence of that era.

3. Q3 · Geography of Andhra Pradesh

   Which of the following rivers does NOT flow through Andhra Pradesh?

   • A. Krishna
   • B. Godavari
   • C. Pennar
   • D. Cauvery
   Answer and solution

   Answer: D

   The Cauvery river flows through Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, not through Andhra Pradesh. Rivers like Krishna, Godavari, and Pennar are major rivers that flow through Andhra Pradesh.

4. Q4 · Arts, Culture and Heritage of AP

   Which of the following is a traditional dance form of Andhra Pradesh?

   • A. Kathakali
   • B. Kuchipudi
   • C. Bharatanatyam
   • D. Odissi
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Kuchipudi is a classical dance form that originated in the village of Kuchipudi in Andhra Pradesh. It is one of the eight major Indian classical dances recognized by the Sangeet Natak Akademi.

5. Q5 · Indian Economy

   The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) in India is primarily responsible for determining which of the following?

   • A. The fiscal deficit target
   • B. The repo rate and other key policy rates
   • C. The foreign exchange reserves
   • D. The annual budget allocation
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) is responsible for fixing the benchmark policy interest rate, including the repo rate, to maintain price stability while keeping in mind the objective of growth.

6. Q6 · Economy of Andhra Pradesh

   Which sector contributes the highest share to the Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) of Andhra Pradesh as per recent estimates?

   • A. Primary Sector (Agriculture)
   • B. Secondary Sector (Industry)
   • C. Tertiary Sector (Services)
   • D. Quaternary Sector (IT Services)
   Answer and solution

   Answer: C

   The Tertiary Sector (Services) contributes the highest share to Andhra Pradesh's GSDP, followed by secondary and primary sectors.

7. Q7 · Social Issues and Welfare in AP

   Which community constitutes the largest Scheduled Caste population in Andhra Pradesh?

   • A. Malas
   • B. Madigas
   • C. Adi Andhras
   • D. Rellis
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Madigas constitute the largest Scheduled Caste population in Andhra Pradesh, followed by Malas and other SC communities.

8. Q8 · Current Affairs

   Which space mission successfully demonstrated India's capability to intercept and destroy satellites in Low Earth Orbit in 2019?

   • A. Mission Gaganyaan
   • B. Mission Shakti
   • C. Chandrayaan-2
   • D. Aditya L1
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Mission Shakti was India's anti-satellite missile test conducted in March 2019, making India the fourth nation with demonstrated ASAT capability.

9. Q9 · Mental Ability and Logical Reasoning

   If all roses are flowers and some flowers are red, which of the following conclusions is definitely true?

   • A. All roses are red
   • B. Some roses are red
   • C. Some flowers are not roses
   • D. No conclusion follows necessarily
   Answer and solution

   Answer: D

   From the given statements, we cannot definitively conclude any of the options. Roses could all be red, some red, or none red, based on the information provided.

10. Q10 · Social Issues and Welfare in AP

    The Scheduled Caste Sub Plan (SCSP) was incepted in Andhra Pradesh on which date?

    • A. 26th January 2012
    • B. 15th August 2013
    • C. 24th January 2013
    • D. 2nd October 2014
    Answer and solution

    Answer: C

    The Scheduled Caste Sub Plan (SCSP) was incepted on 24th January 2013 to bridge the gaps in development indicators by implementing schemes that provide direct, quantifiable benefits to SCs and their habitats.