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Modern History of Andhra Pradesh Beginning of colonial era In 1753, a decree of Asif ad-Dawlah Mir Ali Salabat Jang, Subedar of Deccan conceded to General Bussy the paragons of Chicacole, Ellore, Rajahmundry etc. with an annual revenue Rs.200,000 for the maintenance of the French troops in the Subah in recognition of the help of … Read more Complete History of andhrapradesh (focussing on Vedic age to Gupta Period) 3
Medieval History of Andhra Pradesh Kakatiyas The 12th and the 13th centuries saw the emergence of the Kakatiya dynasty. They were at first the feudatories of the Western Chalukyas of Kalyani, ruling over a small territory near Warangal. A ruler of this dynasty, Prola II (1110–1158) extended his sway to the south and declared his … Read more Complete History of andhrapradesh (focussing on Vedic age to Gupta Period) 2
Early History of Andhra Pradesh The Satavahanas There are several references about an Andhra kingdom and a people called Andhras in the Sanskrit epics Mahabharata and Ramayana, Puranas, and Buddhist Jataka Tales. Rukmini from the Mahabharata hailed from Vidarbha, the Kingdom stretching through the Deccan Plateau, around the Vindhya ranges which includes the present day … Read more Complete History of andhrapradesh (focussing on Vedic age to Gupta Period) 1
Andhra Pradesh- Ashafjahi Dynasty Asaf Jahi Dynasty and seven generations of the family ruled the Deccan for 224 years upto 1948. During this period several buildings of archaeological and public importance were built. Notable among them are: Purani Haveli, Chow Mahalla Palace, Osmania University, Jubilee Hall, Assembly Building, Asifia Library, Osmania Hospital, High Court, and … Read more Asafjahi Dynasty
ANDHRA PRADESH Andhra Pradesh to provide financial aid to newly-married couples belonging to Backward Classes The Andhra Pradesh Cabinet has approved a new scheme providing financial aid for the newly-married couplesbelonging to the Backward Classes. Only the classes that have a white ration card or which are below poverty line are eligible. The bride must … Read more 14.10.17 Andha Pradesh (APPSC) Daily Current Affairs
ANDHRA PRADESH Andhra Pradesh to provide financial aid to newly-married couples belonging to Backward Classes The Andhra Pradesh Cabinet has approved a new scheme providing financial aid for the newly-married couplesbelonging to the Backward Classes. Only the classes that have a white ration card or which are below poverty line are eligible. The bride must … Read more 12.10.17 Andha Pradesh (APPSC) Daily Current Affairs
Art Forms of Andhra Pradesh The art refers to the theory and physical expression of creativity found in human societies and cultures from Ancient Time in India. Major constituents of the arts include Literature – including poetry, novels and short stories, and epic poetry; Performing arts – among them music, dance, and theatre; and Visual … Read more Art Forms of Andhra Pradesh
Fairs and Festivals of Andhra Pradesh Today festivals are considered to contribute significantly to the cultural and economic development of the Andhra Pradesh. The festivals have major impact on the development of cultural tourism to the host communities. The festival organisers are now using the historical and cultural themes to develop the annual events to … Read more Fairs and Festivals of Andhra Pradesh
Feudatory States in Andhra Pradesh In Andra Pradesh Feudatory states emerged in medieval period, with many numbers of ruler and dynasties fighting with each other for rule and territorial expansion. The main reason for Feudatory state is to occupy the throne and extend their territories in vast regions of Andra Preadesh and nearby areas. There … Read more Feudatory States in Andhra Pradesh
Folk Songs of Andhra Pradesh According to A. Anuradha, Coordinator, Dept. of Music, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) – “India Folk music is one of the ancient forms of the cultural heritage of India. ‘Every part of India has its own culture and traditions, developed according to the taste of the people of that … Read more Folk Songs of Andhra Pradesh