Which historical fort in Tamil Nadu was constructed by the British and served as a major administrative center during the colonial period?

The correct answer is A: Fort St. George in Chennai. Fort St. George, established in 1640, was the first British settlement in India and served as the seat of the Madras Presidency. It remains one of the oldest forts built by Europeans in India.

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

The correct answer is C: Third Sangam held in Madurai. The Third Sangam, held in Madurai, is credited with compiling most of the extant Sangam literature including the Ettuthokai and Pattupattu.

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

The correct answer is B: A collection of 400 poems from Sangam literature. Akananuru refers to 400 ancient Tamil poems from the Sangam Age, preserved in Sangam literature collections.

Which independence leader from Tamil Nadu was associated with the 'Self-Respect Movement'?

The correct answer is B: Periyar E.V. Ramasamy. Periyar E.V. Ramasamy founded and led the Self-Respect Movement, which challenged Brahminical orthodoxy and promoted Tamil linguistic and cultural pride.

The Pandya dynasty ruled which region of Tamil Nadu as their primary capital?

The correct answer is A: Madurai. Madurai served as the primary capital of the Pandya dynasty during various periods of their rule in South Tamil Nadu.

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General Studies I

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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.31 Easy General Studies I

Which river is known as the 'Dakshina Ganga' (Ganges of the South) and flows through Tamil Nadu?

A Tungabhadra

B Godavari

C Kaveri

D Periyar

Correct Answer: C. Kaveri

EXPLANATION

The Kaveri River is regarded as the 'Dakshina Ganga' and is one of the major rivers in South India, flowing through Tamil Nadu and Karnataka.

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Q.32 Easy General Studies I

What is the capital of Tamil Nadu?

A Coimbatore

B Chennai

C Madurai

D Salem

Correct Answer: B. Chennai

EXPLANATION

Chennai (formerly Madras) is the capital of Tamil Nadu, located on the Coromandel Coast of the Bay of Bengal.

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Q.33 Easy General Studies I

Which UNESCO World Heritage site is located in Tamil Nadu and is known for its Meenakshi Temple?

A Madurai

B Kanchipuram

C Rameswaram

D Thanjavur

Correct Answer: A. Madurai

EXPLANATION

Madurai is famous for the Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple, one of the most important pilgrimage sites and a UNESCO recognized heritage site.

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Q.34 Easy General Studies I

The Chola dynasty reached its zenith under which ruler?

A Rajaraja I

B Rajendra Chola I

C Karikala

D Parantaka I

Correct Answer: B. Rajendra Chola I

EXPLANATION

Rajendra Chola I (1014-1044 CE) expanded the Chola empire significantly, conquering territories in South India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

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Q.35 Easy General Studies I

Who was the first Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu?

A C. Rajagopalachari

B K. Kamaraj

C Periyar E.V. Ramasamy

D O.P. Ramasamy

Correct Answer: A. C. Rajagopalachari

EXPLANATION

C. Rajagopalachari served as the first Chief Minister of Madras State (1952-1954), which later became Tamil Nadu.

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Q.36 Easy General Studies I

Which ancient Tamil sangam is known as the 'Golden Age' of Tamil literature?

A First Sangam

B Second Sangam

C Third Sangam

D Fourth Sangam

Correct Answer: C. Third Sangam

EXPLANATION

The Third Sangam (1st-3rd century CE) is considered the Golden Age of Tamil literature, producing works like Silappatikaram and Manimekalai.

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