Question

What is the capital of Andhra Pradesh?

• A. Hyderabad
• B. Vijayawada
• C. Amaravati
• D. Visakhapatnam

Hint:

Remember: After the 2014 state bifurcation, Amaravati was proposed and developed as the new capital of Andhra Pradesh, replacing Hyderabad.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Andhra Pradesh, after the bifurcation of Telangana state in 2014, needed a new capital city. Initially, Hyderabad served as the joint capital for both states for up to 10 years. However, Andhra Pradesh decided to develop a new capital, Amaravati, located on the banks of the Krishna River. Amaravati is planned as a modern, green, and sustainable city to serve as the political and administrative center of the state.

Other options:
• Hyderabad: Capital of Telangana now, and formerly joint capital of both Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.
• Vijayawada: A major city in Andhra Pradesh but not the capital.
• Visakhapatnam: The largest city and port in Andhra Pradesh but not the capital.