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APPSC Group III 2023 previous year paper practice · PYQ-pattern set
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Q1 · Indian National Movement
The Quit India Movement was launched by Mahatma Gandhi in which year?
- A. 1940
- B. 1941
- C. 1942
- D. 1943
Answer and solution
Answer: C
The Quit India Movement was launched on August 8, 1942, at the Bombay session of the All India Congress Committee, demanding an end to British rule in India with the slogan 'Do or Die'.
Q2 · Indian Economy
Which of the following is NOT a component of India's fiscal deficit calculation?
- A. Total revenue expenditure
- B. Total capital expenditure
- C. Total revenue receipts
- D. Foreign exchange reserves
Answer and solution
Answer: D
Fiscal deficit is calculated as Total Expenditure (revenue + capital) minus Total Revenue Receipts (excluding borrowings). Foreign exchange reserves are part of external sector indicators, not fiscal deficit calculations.
Q3 · Sustainable Development
The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) adopted in 2015 aim to be achieved by which target year?
- A. 2025
- B. 2030
- C. 2040
- D. 2050
Answer and solution
Answer: B
The 17 Sustainable Development Goals were adopted by all UN Member States in 2015 as a universal call to action with a target year of 2030 to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure peace and prosperity.
Q4 · History of Andhra Pradesh
The Vijayanagara Empire, with its capital at Hampi, was founded in which century?
- A. 12th century
- B. 13th century
- C. 14th century
- D. 15th century
Answer and solution
Answer: C
The Vijayanagara Empire was founded in 1336 CE (14th century) by Harihara I and Bukka Raya I, and it controlled much of southern India including present-day Andhra Pradesh.
Q5 · Geography of Andhra Pradesh
Andhra Pradesh has the second longest coastline among Indian states. Approximately how long is this coastline?
- A. 874 km
- B. 974 km
- C. 1074 km
- D. 1174 km
Answer and solution
Answer: B
Andhra Pradesh has a coastline of around 974 km along the Bay of Bengal, making it the second longest coastline in India after Gujarat.
Q6 · AP Government Schemes
The Aadabidda Nidhi Scheme in Andhra Pradesh provides monthly financial assistance of how much amount to eligible women from economically weaker sections?
- A. ₹1,000
- B. ₹1,500
- C. ₹2,000
- D. ₹3,000
Answer and solution
Answer: B
The Aadabidda Nidhi Scheme provides monthly financial assistance of ₹1,500 to eligible women aged 18-59 years from economically weaker sections, transferred directly to their bank accounts.
Q7 · 73rd Constitutional Amendment
Which of the following is a mandatory provision under the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992?
- A. Establishment of a District Planning Committee in all states
- B. Constitution of State Election Commission for conducting Panchayat elections
- C. Allocation of 40% seats to women in all Panchayats
- D. Direct election of the Chairperson of the Gram Panchayat
Answer and solution
Answer: B
The 73rd Amendment mandates the creation of a State Election Commission to conduct and supervise elections to Panchayati Raj Institutions independently. The District Planning Committee relates to the 74th Amendment and women's reservation is 33%, not 40%.
Q8 · Roles of Panchayat Secretary
Which of the following is a primary responsibility of the Panchayat Secretary in Andhra Pradesh?
- A. Presiding over Gram Sabha meetings
- B. Maintaining official records and accounts of the Gram Panchayat
- C. Directly implementing all welfare schemes without consultation
- D. Conducting elections to the Panchayat
Answer and solution
Answer: B
The Panchayat Secretary is the administrative head responsible for maintaining official records, accounts, and correspondence of the Gram Panchayat, and acts as a bridge between elected representatives and government departments.
Q9 · Cooperatives and SHGs
Which flagship scheme of Andhra Pradesh provides 0% interest loans to women cooperative societies and Self-Help Groups?
- A. YSR Cheyutha Scheme
- B. Amma Vodi Scheme
- C. YSR Rythu Bharosa Scheme
- D. Jagananna Thodu Scheme
Answer and solution
Answer: A
YSR Cheyutha Scheme offers 0% interest loans to women cooperative societies from SC/ST/BC and Minority categories above 45 years old.
Q10 · Telugu Comprehension
క్రింది వాక్యంలో భావార్థం ఏమిటి? 'విద్య లేని వ్యక్తి నిర్జీవ శరీరం వంటిది.'
- A. విద్య లేకుండా ప్రాణం ఉండదు
- B. విద్య లేని వారు శవం వలె వ్యర్థులు
- C. విద్య పొందినవారికే జీవితం
- D. విద్య లేని వారు సమాజానికి భారం
Answer and solution
Answer: B
విద్య లేని వ్యక్తి నిర్జీవ శరీరం (శవం) వంటిది అనగా విద్య లేని వారు వ్యర్థులు అనే భావం.
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