Know the festivals and pilgrim centres of Telangana
These practice questions focusing on Telangana will aid aspirants in preparing for the State government recruitment examinations.
1. Erstwhile Musi River is also called?
a) Manchinadi
b) Muchukunda
c) Musikumda
d) None of the above
Ans: b
Explanation: Also known as Moosa River or Muchukunda River or Musinuru, the Musi River is a tributary of the Krishna River in the Deccan plateau, and it flows through the Telangana State. Hyderabad stands on the banks of River Musi. Two dams — Himayat Sagar and Osman Sagar — built on the river used to be a major source of water for Hyderabad, especially during the reign of the Qutb Shahi dynasty. It was also called Nerva river during their time.
2. Ananthagiri Hills is in which district?
a) Vikarabad
b) Warangal
c) Medak
d) Rangareddy
Ans: a
Explanation: Located in Vikarabad district, Ananthagiri Hills is a tourist spot that houses Sri Anantha Padmanabha Swamy Temple. The water from these hills flows to Osman Sagar and Himayat Sagar lakes, which are major sources of water for Hyderabad and its surroundings. Considered one of the dense forests in Telangana, it is the birthplace of Musi River, which flows through Hyderabad.
3. What is the second largest festival in Telangana?
a) Komuravelli Mallanna Jatara
b) Kurumurthy Jatara
c) Peddagattu Jatara (Gollagattu)
d) None of the above
Ans: c
Explanation: Peddagattu Jatara is also known as Gollagattu Jatara or Lingamathula Jatara or Dhurajpally Jatara. Celebrated at Dhurajapally in Suryapet district, it is the second largest festival in Telangana. The festival is celebrated once in every two years to appease Lord Lingamanthula Swamy and Goddess Choudamma, the presiding deities of the temple.
4. What are the historical forts in Peddapally district?
a) Domakonda fort
b) Malangur fort
c) Ramagiri fort
d) None of the above
Ans: c
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