Who ruled Andhra Pradesh in history?
Who ruled Andhra Pradesh in history?
In the Puranas, the Andhra Ikshvakus are called Sriparvatiyas (rulers of Sriparvata) and Andhrabhrityas (servants of the Andhras). They were feudal lords of the Satavahanas, and bore the title of Mahatalavara. Although the Puranas cite seven kings ruling Andhra for 100 years, only four are confirmed in inscriptions.
What is the old name of AP?
It has the second longest coastline in India after Gujarat, of about 974 km (605 mi). Andhra State was the first state to be formed on a linguistic basis in India on 1 October 1953. On 1 November 1956, Andhra State was merged with the Telugu-speaking areas of the Hyderabad State to form Andhra Pradesh.
Who is AP King?
Jagan Mohan Reddy. Yeduguri Sandinti Jagan Mohan Reddy (born 21 December 1972), also known as Y. S. Jagan or mononymously Jagan, is an Indian politician serving as the 17th and current chief minister of Andhra Pradesh since 2019.
Which political party has Andhra Pradesh?
YSR Congress Party
| Yuvajana Shramika Rythu Congress Party Youth, Labour, and Farmer Congress Party | |
|---|---|
| Seats in Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly | 151 / 175 |
| Seats in Andhra Pradesh Legislative Council | 32 / 58 |
| Number of states and union territories in government | 1 / 31 |
| Election symbol |
Why was Andhra divided?
Social tensions arose due to influx of people from the Coastal Andhra region. Protests started with the hunger strike of a student from Khammam district for the implementation of safe-guards promised during the creation of Andhra Pradesh. The movement slowly manifested into a demand for a separate Telangana.
Who is next CM in AP?
The tenure of Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly is scheduled to be end on 18 June 2024. The previous assembly elections were held in April 2019. After the election, YSR Congress Party formed the state government, with Y. S. Jaganmohan Reddy becoming the Chief Minister.
Who is the powerful politician in AP?
Its leader Y.S. Jaganmohan Reddy became the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh on 30 May 2019. Jana Sena Party won only 1 seat with 6% vote share in the state.
Who was the first chief minister of AP?
Chief ministers of Andhra Pradesh
| No. | Name | Party |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Neelam Sanjiva Reddy | Indian National Congress |
| 2 | Damodaram Sanjivayya | |
| (1) | Neelam Sanjiva Reddy |
Who is the waste CM of Andhra Pradesh?
| N. Chandrababu Naidu | |
|---|---|
| Constituency | Chandragiri |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Nara Chandrababu Naidu 20 April 1950 Naravaripalle, Madras State, India (now in Andhra Pradesh, India) |
| Political party | Telugu Desam Party (1983-present) |