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TG Movement Day 1

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Category: TGPSC Group 2 Practice Questions - TG Movement

Consider the following statements about the 1919 Firmaan defining Mulki rules:

1) A person qualifies as a Mulki after 15 years of permanent residence in Hyderabad state
A Mulki woman who returns to the state after her non-Mulki husband's death or divorce retains her Mulki status
Talukdars were empowered to issue Mulki Certificates.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

1. 1 and 2 Only

2. 2 and 3 Only

3. 1 and 3 Only

4. 1,2 and 3

Explanation:

The 1919 Firmaan issued by Mir Osman Ali Khan set out specific conditions under which individuals could be recognized as Mulkis or natives of the Hyderabad state. According to the rules:
Statement 1 correctly outlines the residency requirement and the need for an affidavit, which is a crucial document for the confirmation of Mulki status.
Statement 2 addresses the complexities involved when a Mulki woman marries outside the state and then returns. It correctly notes the conditions under which she and her children can regain or obtain Mulki status.
Statement 3 highlights the role of Talukdars in the issuance of Mulki Certificates, adhering to the conditions specified in the Mulki rules, thus providing an administrative framework for the enforcement of these rules.
All statements are correct and reflect the provisions of the 1919 Firmaan concerning the definition and recognition of Mulki status.

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Category: TGPSC Group 2 Practice Questions - TG Movement

2) Arrange the following organizations in chronological order starting earliest to latest

Osmania Graduates Association
Hyderabad State Reforms Organization
Society of Union and Progress
Hyderabad Association

Choose the correct answer using the code given below

1. 4, 3, 2, 1

2. 2, 1, 3, 4

3. 3, 4, 2, 1

4. 1, 2, 3, 4

Osmania Graduates Association was formed in 1920. It was established by the alumni of Osmania University to address educational and social issues.
Hyderabad State Reforms were instituted in 1921, marking significant administrative and political changes in the Hyderabad state.
Society of Union and Progress was formed in 1926 as part of a broader movement influencing various parts of India, aiming at social and political reforms.
Hyderabad Association was established in 1930, focusing on the rights and representation of the people in the Hyderabad region.

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Category: TGPSC Group 2 Practice Questions - TG Movement

3) Match the present names of the districts with their ancient names:

List- 1 (Present Name)	List-2 (Ancient Name)
1. Karimnagar	A. Indur
2. Mahbubnagar	B. Rukkammapeta
3. Adilabad	C. Methukudurgam
4. Nizamabad	D. Edulapuram
5. Medak	E. Elagandula

1. 1-A, 2-B, 3-C, 4-D, 5-E

2. 1-E, 2-B, 3-D, 4-A, 5-C

3. 1-D, 2-E, 3-B, 4-C, 5-A

4. 1-B, 2-A, 3-E, 4-C, 5-D

Karimnagar was known as Elagandula in ancient times.
Mahbubnagar was known as Rukkammapeta.
Adilabad was known as Edulapuram.
Nizamabad was known as Indur.
Medak was known as Methukudurgam

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Category: TGPSC Group 2 Practice Questions - TG Movement

Match the following Jataras with their corresponding deities

List-I (Jatara)	List-II(Deity)
1. Mella Cheruvu Jatara	A. Shambu Lingeshwara Swamy
2. Kodandapuram Jatara	B. Venkateshwara Swamy
3. Kondagattu Jatara	C. Anjaneya Swamy
4. Nalla konda Jatara	D. Narasimha Swamy
5. Edupayala Jatara	E. Durga Bhavani

1. 1-B, 2-A, 3-D, 4-C, 5-E

2. 1-A, 2-C, 3-B, 4-E, 5-D

3. 1-C, 2-B, 3-A, 4-D, 5-E

4. 1-A, 2-B, 3-C, 4-D, 5-E

Mella Cheruvu Jatara is dedicated to A. Shambu Lingeshwara Swamy.
Kodandapuram Jatara is dedicated to B. Venkateshwara Swamy.
Kondagattu Jatara is dedicated to C. Anjaneya Swamy.
Nalla konda Jatara is dedicated to D. Narasimha Swamy.
Edupayala Jatara is dedicated to E. Durga Bhavani.

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Category: TGPSC Group 2 Practice Questions - TG Movement

Match the following officials with their roles during Operation Polo.

List –I (Official)	List –II (Role)
1. Sir Roy Bucher	A. Hyderabad Army Commander-in-Chief
2. Baldev Singh	B. Indian Army Chief
3. General El Edroos	C. Hyderabad Prime Minister
4. Mir Laiq Ali	D. Indian Defence Minister
5. Deen Yar Jung	E. Hyderabad Police Commissioner

Choose the correct answer using the code given below

1. 1 - A, 2 - B, 3 - C, 4 - D, 5 - E

2. 1 - D, 2 - C, 3 - B, 4 - A, 5 - E

3. 1 - C, 2 - A, 3 - D, 4 - B, 5 – E

4. 1 - B, 2 - D, 3 - A, 4 - C, 5 - E

1 (Sir Roy Bucher) corresponds to B: Indian Army Chief.

2 (Baldev Singh) corresponds to D: Indian Defence Minister.

3 (General El Edroos) corresponds to A: Hyderabad Army Commander-in-Chief.

4 (Mir Laiq Ali) corresponds to C: Hyderabad Prime Minister.

5 (Deen Yar Jung) corresponds to E: Hyderabad Police Commissioner.

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Category: TGPSC Group 2 Practice Questions - TG Movement

6) Match the following ministers with the departments they were in charge of in the M.K. Vellodi government.

List -I (Minister)	List –II (Departments)
1. Burgula Ramakrishna Rao	A. Labour, Customs, Industries, and Housing
2. M. Seshadri	B. Education
3. V.B. Raju	C. Home, Communication, and Law
4. Mulchand Gandhi	D. Medical, Health, and Regional Institutions
5. Yar Jung Bahadur	E. Public Works

Choose the correct answer using the code given below

1. 1 - B, 2 - C, 3 - A, 4 - D, 5 - E

2. 1 - D, 2 - B, 3 - C, 4 - A, 5 - E

3. 1 - A, 2 - D, 3 - B, 4 - C, 5 - E

4. 1 - C, 2 - A, 3 - D, 4 - B, 5 - E

1 (Burgula Ramakrishna Rao) corresponds to B: Education,

2 (M. Seshadri) corresponds to C: Home, Communication, and Law.

3 (V.B. Raju) corresponds to A: Labour, Customs, Industries, and Housing.

4 (Mulchand Gandhi) corresponds to D: Medical, Health, and Regional Institutions.

5 (Yar Jung Bahadur) corresponds to E: Public Works.

Ministers and Their Portfolios in Vellodi's Government:

The cabinet formed by M.K. Vellodi on June 12, 1950, included:

Minister	Portfolio
Burgula Rama Krishna Rao	· Education and Excise
M. Seshadri	· Home, Information, Judiciary, Assembly Affairs, and Elections
C.V.S. Rao	· Finance and Commerce
Nawaz Jain Yar Jung Bahadur	· Public Works
V.B. Raju	· Labour, Customs, Buildings, and Industries
Vinayaka Rao Vidyalankar	· Agriculture, Veterinary, Cooperative, and Supply Departments
Phoolchand Gandhi	· Medical & Health and Local Institutions

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Category: TGPSC Group 2 Practice Questions - TG Movement

7) Arrange the following political parties by their strength in the 1952 General Elections in ascending order:

Congress
Progressive Democratic Party
Independent Party
Socialist Party
Peasants and Workers Party
Scheduled Cast and Federation Party

Choose the correct answer using the code given below

1. 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1

2. 6, 4, 5, 3, 2, 1

3. 6, 5, 4, 2, 3, 1

4. 6, 4, 5, 3, 1, 2

Political Parties and their strength in 1952 General Elections in Hyderabad state

Congress - 93 seats
Progressive Democratic Party - 42 seats
Independent Party - 14 seats
Socialist Party - 11 seats
Peasants and Workers Party - 10 seats
Scheduled Cast and Federation Party - 5 seats

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Category: TGPSC Group 2 Practice Questions - TG Movement

8) Match the following committees with their purposes.

List –I (Committee)	List –II ( Purpose)
1. S.K. Dhar Committee	A. Study attacks on Muslims and Communists
2. Pandit Sunderlal Committee	B. Investigate police firings at City College.
3. A.D. Gorwala Committee	C. Improve administration and economic conditions in Hyderabad.
4. Pingali Jagan Mohan Reddy Committee	D. Explore the formation of linguistic states.
5. Justice Kailasnath Wanchoo Committee	E. Report on issues in the newly formed Andhra State.

Choose the correct answer using the code given below

1. 1 - B, 2 - C, 3 - A, 4 - D, 5 - E

2. 1 - C, 2 - D, 3 - E, 4 - A, 5 - B

3. 1 - E, 2 - B, 3 - D, 4 - C, 5 – A

4. 1 - D, 2 - A, 3 - C, 4 - B, 5 - E

1 (S.K. Dhar Committee) corresponds to D: Explore the formation of linguistic states.

2 (Pandit Sunderlal Committee) corresponds to A: Study attacks on Muslims and Communists.

3 (A.D. Gorwala Committee) corresponds to C: Improve administration and economics in Hyderabad.

4 (Pingali Jagan Mohan Reddy Committee) corresponds to B: Investigate police firings at City College.

5 (Justice Kailasnath Wanchoo Committee) corresponds to E: Report on issues in the newly formed Andhra State.

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Category: APPSC CARE PRELIMS ENGLISH

9) Vinobha Bhave started the Shanti Yatra from Shivarampalli village on___

1. 8th April, 1951

2. 11th April, 1951

3. 15th April, 1951

4. 18th April, 1951

Vinobha Bhave started the Shanti Yatra from Shivarampalli village on 15th April, 1951, accompanied by Dr. Melcote, Marri Chenna Reddy, and others. This yatra aimed to spread peace and Sarvodaya ideals in Telangana.

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Category: TGPSC Group 2 Practice Questions - TG Movement

10) Arrange the following chairmen of the Telangana Regional Committee in chronological order of their tenure:

Achyutha Reddy
Hayagreeva Chary
Chokka Rao
Rajamallu

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

1. 1-3-4-2

2. 2-1-3-4

3. 3-2-1-4

4. 1-2-3-4

The Telangana Regional Committee was inspired by global practices of safeguarding regional interests during national integrations. The need for such a committee was recognized during the discussions leading to the merger of the Andhra and Hyderabad states.

Gentlemen’s Agreement and Its Promises:

The Gentlemen's Agreement of 1956 between leaders from the Andhra and Telangana regions promised specific protections for the Telangana people. This agreement proposed the establishment of a Telangana Standing Committee, later termed the Telangana Regional Committee, to oversee and advocate for the region's developmental needs.

Changes in Parliamentary Procedure:

Modification of Powers:

Although originally intended to have significant authority, the Telangana Regional Committee's powers were reduced when it was officially introduced in Parliament, changing its name from the proposed Telangana Regional Council to the Telangana Regional Committee.

Role and Significance:

A Voice for Telangana:

Often referred to as the "Telangana Prajala Vani" (People’s Voice of Telangana), the Telangana Regional Committee plays a crucial role in representing the interests and safeguarding the rights of the Telangana people. It stands as a pivotal institution provided during the integration to ensure the equitable development of this region within the newly formed state.
Achyutha Reddy chaired from 1960 to 1963.
Hayagreeva Chary served from 1964 to 1967.
Chokka Rao took over from 1967 to 1972.
Rajamallu led from 1972 to 1973.

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TG Movement Day 1

1 / 10

Category: TGPSC Group 2 Practice Questions - TG Movement

Consider the following statements about the 1919 Firmaan defining Mulki rules:

1) A person qualifies as a Mulki after 15 years of permanent residence in Hyderabad state
A Mulki woman who returns to the state after her non-Mulki husband's death or divorce retains her Mulki status
Talukdars were empowered to issue Mulki Certificates.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

1. 1 and 2 Only

2. 2 and 3 Only

3. 1 and 3 Only

4. 1,2 and 3

Explanation:

The 1919 Firmaan issued by Mir Osman Ali Khan set out specific conditions under which individuals could be recognized as Mulkis or natives of the Hyderabad state. According to the rules:
Statement 1 correctly outlines the residency requirement and the need for an affidavit, which is a crucial document for the confirmation of Mulki status.
Statement 2 addresses the complexities involved when a Mulki woman marries outside the state and then returns. It correctly notes the conditions under which she and her children can regain or obtain Mulki status.
Statement 3 highlights the role of Talukdars in the issuance of Mulki Certificates, adhering to the conditions specified in the Mulki rules, thus providing an administrative framework for the enforcement of these rules.
All statements are correct and reflect the provisions of the 1919 Firmaan concerning the definition and recognition of Mulki status.

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Category: TGPSC Group 2 Practice Questions - TG Movement

2) Arrange the following organizations in chronological order starting earliest to latest

Osmania Graduates Association
Hyderabad State Reforms Organization
Society of Union and Progress
Hyderabad Association

Choose the correct answer using the code given below

1. 4, 3, 2, 1

2. 2, 1, 3, 4

3. 3, 4, 2, 1

4. 1, 2, 3, 4

Osmania Graduates Association was formed in 1920. It was established by the alumni of Osmania University to address educational and social issues.
Hyderabad State Reforms were instituted in 1921, marking significant administrative and political changes in the Hyderabad state.
Society of Union and Progress was formed in 1926 as part of a broader movement influencing various parts of India, aiming at social and political reforms.
Hyderabad Association was established in 1930, focusing on the rights and representation of the people in the Hyderabad region.

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Category: TGPSC Group 2 Practice Questions - TG Movement

3) Match the present names of the districts with their ancient names:

List- 1 (Present Name)	List-2 (Ancient Name)
1. Karimnagar	A. Indur
2. Mahbubnagar	B. Rukkammapeta
3. Adilabad	C. Methukudurgam
4. Nizamabad	D. Edulapuram
5. Medak	E. Elagandula

1. 1-A, 2-B, 3-C, 4-D, 5-E

2. 1-E, 2-B, 3-D, 4-A, 5-C

3. 1-D, 2-E, 3-B, 4-C, 5-A

4. 1-B, 2-A, 3-E, 4-C, 5-D

Karimnagar was known as Elagandula in ancient times.
Mahbubnagar was known as Rukkammapeta.
Adilabad was known as Edulapuram.
Nizamabad was known as Indur.
Medak was known as Methukudurgam

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Category: TGPSC Group 2 Practice Questions - TG Movement

Match the following Jataras with their corresponding deities

List-I (Jatara)	List-II(Deity)
1. Mella Cheruvu Jatara	A. Shambu Lingeshwara Swamy
2. Kodandapuram Jatara	B. Venkateshwara Swamy
3. Kondagattu Jatara	C. Anjaneya Swamy
4. Nalla konda Jatara	D. Narasimha Swamy
5. Edupayala Jatara	E. Durga Bhavani

1. 1-B, 2-A, 3-D, 4-C, 5-E

2. 1-A, 2-C, 3-B, 4-E, 5-D

3. 1-C, 2-B, 3-A, 4-D, 5-E

4. 1-A, 2-B, 3-C, 4-D, 5-E

Mella Cheruvu Jatara is dedicated to A. Shambu Lingeshwara Swamy.
Kodandapuram Jatara is dedicated to B. Venkateshwara Swamy.
Kondagattu Jatara is dedicated to C. Anjaneya Swamy.
Nalla konda Jatara is dedicated to D. Narasimha Swamy.
Edupayala Jatara is dedicated to E. Durga Bhavani.

5 / 10

Category: TGPSC Group 2 Practice Questions - TG Movement

Match the following officials with their roles during Operation Polo.

List –I (Official)	List –II (Role)
1. Sir Roy Bucher	A. Hyderabad Army Commander-in-Chief
2. Baldev Singh	B. Indian Army Chief
3. General El Edroos	C. Hyderabad Prime Minister
4. Mir Laiq Ali	D. Indian Defence Minister
5. Deen Yar Jung	E. Hyderabad Police Commissioner

Choose the correct answer using the code given below

1. 1 - A, 2 - B, 3 - C, 4 - D, 5 - E

2. 1 - D, 2 - C, 3 - B, 4 - A, 5 - E

3. 1 - C, 2 - A, 3 - D, 4 - B, 5 – E

4. 1 - B, 2 - D, 3 - A, 4 - C, 5 - E

1 (Sir Roy Bucher) corresponds to B: Indian Army Chief.

2 (Baldev Singh) corresponds to D: Indian Defence Minister.

3 (General El Edroos) corresponds to A: Hyderabad Army Commander-in-Chief.

4 (Mir Laiq Ali) corresponds to C: Hyderabad Prime Minister.

5 (Deen Yar Jung) corresponds to E: Hyderabad Police Commissioner.

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Category: TGPSC Group 2 Practice Questions - TG Movement

6) Match the following ministers with the departments they were in charge of in the M.K. Vellodi government.

List -I (Minister)	List –II (Departments)
1. Burgula Ramakrishna Rao	A. Labour, Customs, Industries, and Housing
2. M. Seshadri	B. Education
3. V.B. Raju	C. Home, Communication, and Law
4. Mulchand Gandhi	D. Medical, Health, and Regional Institutions
5. Yar Jung Bahadur	E. Public Works

Choose the correct answer using the code given below

1. 1 - B, 2 - C, 3 - A, 4 - D, 5 - E

2. 1 - D, 2 - B, 3 - C, 4 - A, 5 - E

3. 1 - A, 2 - D, 3 - B, 4 - C, 5 - E

4. 1 - C, 2 - A, 3 - D, 4 - B, 5 - E

1 (Burgula Ramakrishna Rao) corresponds to B: Education,

2 (M. Seshadri) corresponds to C: Home, Communication, and Law.

3 (V.B. Raju) corresponds to A: Labour, Customs, Industries, and Housing.

4 (Mulchand Gandhi) corresponds to D: Medical, Health, and Regional Institutions.

5 (Yar Jung Bahadur) corresponds to E: Public Works.

Ministers and Their Portfolios in Vellodi's Government:

The cabinet formed by M.K. Vellodi on June 12, 1950, included:

Minister	Portfolio
Burgula Rama Krishna Rao	· Education and Excise
M. Seshadri	· Home, Information, Judiciary, Assembly Affairs, and Elections
C.V.S. Rao	· Finance and Commerce
Nawaz Jain Yar Jung Bahadur	· Public Works
V.B. Raju	· Labour, Customs, Buildings, and Industries
Vinayaka Rao Vidyalankar	· Agriculture, Veterinary, Cooperative, and Supply Departments
Phoolchand Gandhi	· Medical & Health and Local Institutions

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Category: TGPSC Group 2 Practice Questions - TG Movement

7) Arrange the following political parties by their strength in the 1952 General Elections in ascending order:

Congress
Progressive Democratic Party
Independent Party
Socialist Party
Peasants and Workers Party
Scheduled Cast and Federation Party

Choose the correct answer using the code given below

1. 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1

2. 6, 4, 5, 3, 2, 1

3. 6, 5, 4, 2, 3, 1

4. 6, 4, 5, 3, 1, 2

Political Parties and their strength in 1952 General Elections in Hyderabad state

Congress - 93 seats
Progressive Democratic Party - 42 seats
Independent Party - 14 seats
Socialist Party - 11 seats
Peasants and Workers Party - 10 seats
Scheduled Cast and Federation Party - 5 seats

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Category: TGPSC Group 2 Practice Questions - TG Movement

8) Match the following committees with their purposes.

List –I (Committee)	List –II ( Purpose)
1. S.K. Dhar Committee	A. Study attacks on Muslims and Communists
2. Pandit Sunderlal Committee	B. Investigate police firings at City College.
3. A.D. Gorwala Committee	C. Improve administration and economic conditions in Hyderabad.
4. Pingali Jagan Mohan Reddy Committee	D. Explore the formation of linguistic states.
5. Justice Kailasnath Wanchoo Committee	E. Report on issues in the newly formed Andhra State.

Choose the correct answer using the code given below

1. 1 - B, 2 - C, 3 - A, 4 - D, 5 - E

2. 1 - C, 2 - D, 3 - E, 4 - A, 5 - B

3. 1 - E, 2 - B, 3 - D, 4 - C, 5 – A

4. 1 - D, 2 - A, 3 - C, 4 - B, 5 - E

1 (S.K. Dhar Committee) corresponds to D: Explore the formation of linguistic states.

2 (Pandit Sunderlal Committee) corresponds to A: Study attacks on Muslims and Communists.

3 (A.D. Gorwala Committee) corresponds to C: Improve administration and economics in Hyderabad.

4 (Pingali Jagan Mohan Reddy Committee) corresponds to B: Investigate police firings at City College.

5 (Justice Kailasnath Wanchoo Committee) corresponds to E: Report on issues in the newly formed Andhra State.

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Category: APPSC CARE PRELIMS ENGLISH

9) Vinobha Bhave started the Shanti Yatra from Shivarampalli village on___

1. 8th April, 1951

2. 11th April, 1951

3. 15th April, 1951

4. 18th April, 1951

10 / 10

Category: TGPSC Group 2 Practice Questions - TG Movement

10) Arrange the following chairmen of the Telangana Regional Committee in chronological order of their tenure:

Achyutha Reddy
Hayagreeva Chary
Chokka Rao
Rajamallu

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

1. 1-3-4-2

2. 2-1-3-4

3. 3-2-1-4

4. 1-2-3-4

The Telangana Regional Committee was inspired by global practices of safeguarding regional interests during national integrations. The need for such a committee was recognized during the discussions leading to the merger of the Andhra and Hyderabad states.

Gentlemen’s Agreement and Its Promises:

The Gentlemen's Agreement of 1956 between leaders from the Andhra and Telangana regions promised specific protections for the Telangana people. This agreement proposed the establishment of a Telangana Standing Committee, later termed the Telangana Regional Committee, to oversee and advocate for the region's developmental needs.

Changes in Parliamentary Procedure:

Modification of Powers:

Although originally intended to have significant authority, the Telangana Regional Committee's powers were reduced when it was officially introduced in Parliament, changing its name from the proposed Telangana Regional Council to the Telangana Regional Committee.

Role and Significance:

A Voice for Telangana:

Often referred to as the "Telangana Prajala Vani" (People’s Voice of Telangana), the Telangana Regional Committee plays a crucial role in representing the interests and safeguarding the rights of the Telangana people. It stands as a pivotal institution provided during the integration to ensure the equitable development of this region within the newly formed state.
Achyutha Reddy chaired from 1960 to 1963.
Hayagreeva Chary served from 1964 to 1967.
Chokka Rao took over from 1967 to 1972.
Rajamallu led from 1972 to 1973.

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