APPSC Group-I Mains 2023, Paper II
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- 1Examine the survival and continuity of Harappan culture in the present times.10 marks · Ancient India - Pre-history, IVC, Vedic, Mauryas, Kushans, Satavahanas, Sangam, Guptas
- 2Examine the socio-religious life and administration of early India with respect to the writings of Chinese travellers such as Fa-Hien, Hiuen-Tsang and I-Tsang.10 marks · Ancient India - Pre-history, IVC, Vedic, Mauryas, Kushans, Satavahanas, Sangam, Guptas
- 3Examine the manner in which the Chola village administration had contributed to the growth of village autonomy as indicated by the Uttaramerur/Uttaramallur inscriptions.10 marks · Early Medieval & Medieval India - Pallavas to Cholas, Delhi Sultanate, Bhakti & Sufi, Kakatiya-Vijayanagara-Bahmani-Qutubshahi
- 4Explain Alauddin Khilji's market regulations and discuss their impact.10 marks · Early Medieval & Medieval India - Pallavas to Cholas, Delhi Sultanate, Bhakti & Sufi, Kakatiya-Vijayanagara-Bahmani-Qutubshahi
- 5Discuss the features of Mughal architecture and examine the influence of Hindu elements on Mughal architecture.10 marks · The Mughals, the Marathas & the Advent of Europeans
- 6The state that was created by Shivaji was not only egalitarian in conception but also a welfare state in nature.' Examine.10 marks · The Mughals, the Marathas & the Advent of Europeans
- 7Explain the land revenue systems that were introduced by the British. Assess the impact of these revenue systems on the Indian economy.10 marks · British Rule 1757-1856, the 1857 Revolt, Socio-Religious Reform & the Rise of Nationalism
- 8Assess the socio-religious reform movements in the Muslim community during the 19th century. Discuss the contributions made by Sayyid Ahmad Khan towards the upliftment of the Muslim community.10 marks · British Rule 1757-1856, the 1857 Revolt, Socio-Religious Reform & the Rise of Nationalism
- 9Explain the factors that led to the peasant movement in India and examine its impact on the national movement in India.10 marks · Indian Nationalism in Three Phases; Independence, Partition and After
- 10Has communalism indirectly helped the British to perpetuate their control over India ? Examine the indicative traits of the Communalists and assess their impact on India's modern history.10 marks · Indian Nationalism in Three Phases; Independence, Partition and After
- 11Discuss the socio-religious conditions during the Satavahana period with special reference to prominence bestowed on women.10 marks · Andhra - Ancient
- 12Explain the re-structuring of the socio-religious life of the Eastern Chalukyas with reference to the impact caused by immigrations, caste mobility and social awakening.10 marks · Andhra - Ancient
- 13Examine the socio-religious and cultural life of the Vijayanagara kingdom with respect to the writings of foreign travellers such as Nicolo Conti, Abdur Razzak, Duarte Barbosa and Domingo Paes.10 marks · Andhra - Medieval
- 14Examine the socio-cultural and religious conditions of the Reddi kingdoms with specific reference to the development of Telugu literature.10 marks · Andhra - Medieval
- 15Write a short note on the following East India Company officials and their contributions : (iii) Charles Phillip Brown10 marks · Andhra - Modern
- 16Write a short note on the following East India Company officials and their contributions : (i) Sir Thomas Munro10 marks · Andhra - Modern
- 17Write a short note on the following East India Company officials and their contributions : (ii) Sir Arthur Cotton10 marks · Andhra - Modern
- 18Write a short note on the following : (i) Gurujada Apparao's contribution to social reform through the medium of literature10 marks · Andhra - Modern
- 19Write a short note on the following : (ii) Gidugu Ramamurthy's pioneering efforts to strengthen the Vyavaharika Bhasha movement10 marks · Andhra - Modern
- 20The evolution of Telugu Dalit literature has led an ideological narrative against caste discrimination, and for a just and equal society with focus on self-respect and dignity. In this connection, examine the contributions made by the Dalit Poets.10 marks · Andhra - Nationalist Movement and Formation of the State
- 21Examine the role of Alluri Sitarama Raju as the leader of Rampa Rebellion.10 marks · Andhra - Nationalist Movement and Formation of the State
- 22Examine the principles envisaged under Schedule Eleven of the Andhra Pradesh Reorganization Act 2014, with reference to the functioning of the river management boards.10 marks · Andhra Pradesh - Bifurcation and its Impact
- 23Explain the inconsistencies of the Andhra Pradesh Reorganization Act 2014 that had adversely affected the residuary state of Andhra Pradesh with regards to apportionment of assets and liabilities.10 marks · Andhra Pradesh - Bifurcation and its Impact
- 24What are the climatic controls? How do they influence India's climate ?10 marks · Physical Features and Resources
- 25Describe the characteristic features of Black and Alluvial soils of Andhra Pradesh.10 marks · Physical Features and Resources
- 26Discuss the role of sea-ports in the economic development of Andhra Pradesh.10 marks · Economic Geography
- 27What are the objectives and key features of Sagarmala Project ? Why is it important ?10 marks · Economic Geography
- 28What are different types of rural settlements and factors affecting them ? Add a note on rural settlement patterns in India.10 marks · Social Geography
- 29Give a description of the 'demographic dividend' in the Indian context.10 marks · Social Geography
- 30Discuss the various forest conservation programmes in India.10 marks · Fauna and Floral Geography
- 31Discuss various in situ conservation strategies of biodiversity in Andhra Pradesh.10 marks · Fauna and Floral Geography
- 32Define 'Drought'. What are its different types ? Add a note on drought prone areas in India.10 marks · Environmental Geography
- 33What is meant by Environment Impact Assessment ? Evaluate it. Also give suggestions to make it effective.10 marks · Environmental Geography