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Q.41 Medium Current Affairs
Which port in Tamil Nadu handles the maximum cargo in India?
A Chennai Port
B Ennore Port
C Thoothukudi Port
D Kamarajar Port
Correct Answer:  A. Chennai Port
EXPLANATION

Chennai Port is one of the oldest ports in India and handles the largest cargo volume among Tamil Nadu's ports.

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Q.42 Medium Current Affairs
Tamil Nadu accounts for what percentage of India's total automobile manufacturing?
A 12%
B 18%
C 25%
D 32%
Correct Answer:  C. 25%
EXPLANATION

Tamil Nadu is a major automotive hub, accounting for approximately 25% of India's automobile manufacturing sector.

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Q.43 Medium Current Affairs
Which temple in Tamil Nadu is the tallest gopuram in the world?
A Meenakshi Temple, Madurai
B Brihadeeswarar Temple, Thanjavur
C Arunachaleswara Temple, Arunachalam
D Srirangam Temple
Correct Answer:  A. Meenakshi Temple, Madurai
EXPLANATION

The Meenakshi Temple in Madurai has the tallest gopuram (tower) in the world at 52 meters, built during the Nayak period.

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Q.44 Medium Current Affairs
Which ancient Tamil kingdom was known for its maritime trade and Sangam literature?
A Chola
B Pandya
C Chera
D Pallavas
Correct Answer:  B. Pandya
EXPLANATION

The Pandya Kingdom was renowned for its maritime trade, pearls, and was deeply associated with the Sangam period.

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Q.45 Medium Current Affairs
Which Tamil Nadu district has the largest area?
A Villupuram
B Tirunelveli
C Madurai
D Erode
Correct Answer:  B. Tirunelveli
EXPLANATION

Tirunelveli (formerly Tinnevelly) is the largest district by area in Tamil Nadu.

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Q.46 Medium Current Affairs
In which year did Tamil Nadu become the first state to introduce the 'Dravidian Model' of governance?
A 1947
B 1956
C 1965
D 1972
Correct Answer:  C. 1965
EXPLANATION

Tamil Nadu adopted the Dravidian Model under C.N. Annadurai in 1965, focusing on social justice and indigenous Tamil culture.

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Q.47 Medium Current Affairs
Which river is the longest in Tamil Nadu?
A Kaveri
B Cooum
C Adyar
D Palar
Correct Answer:  A. Kaveri
EXPLANATION

The Kaveri River is the longest river in Tamil Nadu, spanning approximately 765 km, and is known as the 'Ganga of the South'.

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Q.48 Medium Current Affairs
Which is the fastest-growing Information Technology (IT) hub in Tamil Nadu after Chennai?
A Coimbatore
B Tiruppur
C Madurai
D Kancheepuram
Correct Answer:  A. Coimbatore
EXPLANATION

Coimbatore has emerged as a secondary IT hub in Tamil Nadu, with growing investment in software and IT services industries.

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Q.49 Medium Current Affairs
What was the primary purpose of constructing the Grand Anicut (Kallanai) dam?
A Hydroelectric power generation
B Flood control and irrigation
C Navigation
D Drinking water supply
Correct Answer:  B. Flood control and irrigation
EXPLANATION

The Grand Anicut, built by the Cholas across the Kaveri river, was designed for irrigation and flood control, demonstrating ancient Tamil engineering.

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Q.50 Medium Current Affairs
The Periyar National Park, known for its tiger reserve, is primarily located in which state but borders Tamil Nadu?
A Karnataka
B Kerala
C Andhra Pradesh
D Puducherry
Correct Answer:  B. Kerala
EXPLANATION

Periyar National Park is in Kerala's Idukki district but shares borders with Tamil Nadu's Theni district.

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