APPSC Group 1 Mains 2017-History and Indian Constitution

A Critical Examination of the Objectives and Results of Tripuraneni Ramaswamy Chowdary’s Movement Introduction: Tripuraneni Ramaswamy Chowdary (1889-1960) was a prominent figure in the Andhra Pradesh freedom struggle, known for his staunch advocacy of social justice and Telugu cultural pride. His movement, though not as widely documented as some others, played a significant role in … Read more

The Formation of Andhra Pradesh in 1956: A Historical Analysis Introduction: The formation of Andhra Pradesh in 1956 marks a significant event in the history of India’s state reorganization. Driven by linguistic nationalism and a long-standing demand for a separate Telugu-speaking state, its creation involved a complex interplay of political factors, social movements, and governmental … Read more

Evaluating the Seriousness of Andhra Pradesh’s Reorganization Problems: A Post-Reorganization Financial Perspective Introduction: The reorganization of Andhra Pradesh in 2014, leading to the creation of Telangana, presented significant challenges, particularly concerning the state’s finances. The division was not accompanied by a clear and equitable distribution of assets and liabilities, leaving Andhra Pradesh (AP) in a … Read more

Problems Encountered in the Bifurcation of Assets of Institutions under Schedule IX and X of the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014 Introduction: The Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014, bifurcated the state of Andhra Pradesh into Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. This process involved a complex division of assets and liabilities, including those of institutions listed in … Read more

Assessing the Role of Western Education and Christian Missionaries in Andhra’s Socio-Cultural Awakening Introduction: The socio-cultural awakening in Andhra Pradesh, a state in southern India, during the 19th and early 20th centuries was a complex process influenced by various factors. While indigenous reform movements played a crucial role, the introduction of Western education and the … Read more

The Characteristics of Vijayanagara Architecture Introduction: The Vijayanagara Empire (1336-1646 CE), one of the largest and most powerful empires in South India, left behind a remarkable architectural legacy. Its buildings, characterized by a unique blend of indigenous Dravidian styles with influences from Persian, Islamic, and even European aesthetics, reflect the empire’s power, prosperity, and sophisticated … Read more

The Brahma Samaj’s Influence on Andhra’s Social Reformers Introduction: The Brahma Samaj, founded in 1828 by Raja Ram Mohan Roy in Calcutta, was a significant socio-religious reform movement in 19th-century India. It advocated for monotheism, the rejection of idolatry, caste discrimination, and other social evils prevalent in Hindu society. Its influence extended far beyond Bengal, … Read more

The Rise, Reign, and Legacy of the Satavahanas: A Dynasty’s Contribution to Religion and Literature Introduction: The Satavahanas were a powerful dynasty that ruled parts of the Indian subcontinent from the 2nd century BCE to the 3rd century CE. Their reign marked a significant period in Indian history, witnessing the flourishing of trade, art, and … Read more

The Political Significance of the Vengi Chalukyas and their Cultural Impact on the Andhras Introduction: The Vengi Chalukyas, a dynasty ruling in the Andhra region of South India from the 7th to the 12th centuries CE, hold significant historical importance. Their reign witnessed a period of relative political stability and remarkable cultural flourishing in the … Read more

A Critical Analysis of Telugu Language and Literature (1000-1500 AD) Introduction: The period between 1000 AD and 1500 AD witnessed significant growth and evolution in Telugu language and literature, transitioning from its nascent stages to a rich and diverse literary tradition. While precise data on linguistic spread is difficult to ascertain for this period, archaeological … Read more