If the ratio of boys to girls in a class is 5:3, and there are 40 boys, how many girls are there?

The correct answer is B: 24. If boys:girls = 5:3 and boys = 40, then 5x = 40, x = 8. Girls = 3x = 3(8) = 24.

Which Tamil Nadu district has the largest area?

The correct answer is B: Tirunelveli. Tirunelveli (formerly Tinnevelly) is the largest district by area in Tamil Nadu.

Which ancient Tamil sangam is credited with the compilation of Sangam literature?

The correct answer is C: Third Sangam at Madurai. The Third Sangam at Madurai is historically documented as the sangam that compiled most of the surviving Sangam literature including the Ettutogai and Padipppattu.

Which ancient Tamil literary work is an epic narrative about a merchant's wife and her journey?

The correct answer is C: Silappatikaram. Silappatikaram, composed by Ilango Adigal, is an epic poem narrating the story of Kannagi and her husband Kovalan's tragic journey and is a cornerstone of Tamil literature.

Which ancient Tamil poet is credited with composing the 'Silappatikaram', one of the Five Great Epics of Tamil literature?

The correct answer is A: Ilango Adigal. Ilango Adigal, a Jain monk, authored 'Silappatikaram' (The Tale of an Anklet), a monumental work of classical Tamil literature focusing on ethics, justice, and devotion.

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All General Studies I 100 General Studies II 100 General Studies III 100 Current Affairs 100 Hindi/Language 100 Reasoning & Aptitude 100

Q.11 Medium Current Affairs

In 2024, which Tamil Nadu district was identified for the first 'Smart City Mission Phase 3' development?

A Coimbatore

B Chennai

C Tiruppur

D Madurai

Correct Answer: A. Coimbatore

EXPLANATION

Coimbatore, known as the 'Manchester of South India,' was prioritized for advanced smart city infrastructure development in 2024.

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Q.12 Medium Current Affairs

Which ancient Tamil literature text is also known as 'Akananuru'?

A Silappatikaram

B A collection of 400 poems from Sangam literature

C Purananuru

D Madurai Kandam

Correct Answer: B. A collection of 400 poems from Sangam literature

EXPLANATION

Akananuru refers to 400 ancient Tamil poems from the Sangam Age, preserved in Sangam literature collections.

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Q.13 Medium Current Affairs

What percentage of India's textile exports comes from Tamil Nadu?

A 15%

B 25%

C 35%

D 45%

Correct Answer: C. 35%

EXPLANATION

Tamil Nadu is responsible for approximately 35% of India's textile exports, making it the leading textile exporting state.

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Q.14 Medium Current Affairs

What is the primary objective of the 'Tamil Nadu Green Hydrogen Mission' launched in 2024?

A Promote cotton production

B Develop renewable energy infrastructure and reduce carbon emissions

C Increase sugarcane cultivation

D Expand mineral mining operations

Correct Answer: B. Develop renewable energy infrastructure and reduce carbon emissions

EXPLANATION

The Tamil Nadu Green Hydrogen Mission focuses on sustainable energy production and environmental protection as part of climate action initiatives.

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Q.15 Medium Current Affairs

In 2024, which major port in Tamil Nadu achieved the highest cargo handling capacity?

A Kamarajar Port, Ennore

B Chennai Port

C Thoothukudi Port

D Krishnapatnam Port

Correct Answer: B. Chennai Port

EXPLANATION

Chennai Port continues to be the busiest and highest cargo handling port in Tamil Nadu with significant infrastructure upgrades.

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Q.16 Medium Current Affairs

Which Tamil Nadu university was granted 'Deemed-to-be-University' status in 2024?

A SRM Institute of Science and Technology

B VIT University

C Anna University

D Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences

Correct Answer: A. SRM Institute of Science and Technology

EXPLANATION

SRM Institute maintained its prestigious deemed university status with continued academic recognition in 2024.

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Q.17 Medium Current Affairs

In 2024, which Tamil Nadu chief minister announced the 'Dravidar Peravai 2.0' scheme for social welfare?

A M.K. Stalin

B Edappadi K. Palaniswami

C J. Jayalalithaa

D O. Panneerselvam

Correct Answer: A. M.K. Stalin

EXPLANATION

M.K. Stalin, the current Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu (DMK), announced various welfare schemes in 2024 continuation of the DMK's social welfare agenda.

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Q.18 Medium Current Affairs

In 2024, which port in Tamil Nadu recorded the highest cargo traffic?

A Chennai Port

B Ennore Port

C Tuticorin Port

D Paradip Port

Correct Answer: A. Chennai Port

EXPLANATION

Chennai Port remains the busiest and largest port in Tamil Nadu, handling the majority of cargo traffic in the state.

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Q.19 Medium Current Affairs

What is the primary focus of the Tamil Nadu e-Governance initiative launched in 2024?

A Cashless transactions only

B Digital service delivery to citizens

C AI-based traffic management

D Social media regulation

Correct Answer: B. Digital service delivery to citizens

EXPLANATION

The e-Governance initiative focuses on delivering government services digitally to citizens, improving transparency and efficiency.

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Q.20 Medium Current Affairs

In 2024, which Tamil Nadu industry faced significant challenges due to global supply chain disruptions?

A Automobile sector

B Leather and footwear industry

C Both A and B

D Gem and jewelry sector

Correct Answer: C. Both A and B

EXPLANATION

Both automobile and leather industries in Tamil Nadu experienced supply chain challenges in 2024, affecting production and exports.

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