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General Studies II

Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission

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Which of the following is the longest river in Tamil Nadu?
A Narmada
B Kaveri
C Godavari
D Palar
Correct Answer:  B. Kaveri
EXPLANATION

The Kaveri River, also known as Cauvery, is the longest river in Tamil Nadu with a total length of 805 km, and it shares its course with Karnataka.

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Which Tamil Nadu district leads in the production of spices, particularly black pepper and turmeric?
A Erode
B Theni
C Nilgiris
D Madurai
Correct Answer:  A. Erode
EXPLANATION

Erode district, located in the Nilgiri foothills, is known as the 'Spice Garden of India' and leads in spice production, especially black pepper and turmeric.

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The 'Thirukkural' is composed of how many couplets?
A 1330
B 1330
C 1330
D 1350
Correct Answer:  A. 1330
EXPLANATION

The Thirukkural, written by Tiruvalluvar, comprises 1330 couplets divided into three sections: Aram (virtue), Porul (wealth), and Kamam (love).

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Which of the following is the highest peak in the Western Ghats located in Tamil Nadu?
A Anai Mudi
B Doddabetta
C Nilgiri Peak
D Kodaikanal Peak
Correct Answer:  A. Anai Mudi
EXPLANATION

Anai Mudi (2,695 m) is the highest peak in the Western Ghats and is located in the Idukki district of Kerala, but the highest peak within Tamil Nadu territory is Doddabetta. However, Anai Mudi is the highest in the Western Ghats region.

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The Kalakshetra Foundation in Chennai primarily focuses on preservation of which art form?
A Bharatanatyam dance and classical arts
B Carnatic music exclusively
C Theater and drama arts
D Visual arts and painting
Correct Answer:  A. Bharatanatyam dance and classical arts
EXPLANATION

Kalakshetra Foundation, established in 1936, is dedicated to the preservation and promotion of classical Indian arts, particularly Bharatanatyam dance.

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Which port in Tamil Nadu is recognized as a major gateway for international trade?
A Tuticorin Port
B Chennai Port
C Nagapattinam Port
D Cuddalore Port
Correct Answer:  B. Chennai Port
EXPLANATION

Chennai Port is one of India's oldest and busiest ports, handling significant container traffic and serving as a major international trade gateway.

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The Meenakshi Temple in Madurai is dedicated to which deity as the principal presiding deity?
A Shiva
B Vishnu
C Meenakshi (an incarnation of Parvati)
D Brahma
Correct Answer:  C. Meenakshi (an incarnation of Parvati)
EXPLANATION

The Meenakshi Temple's primary deity is Meenakshi, considered an incarnation of Parvati, with Sundareshwarar (Shiva) as the consort deity.

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Which Tamil Nadu city is known as the 'Manchester of South India'?
A Coimbatore
B Salem
C Tiruppur
D Erode
Correct Answer:  A. Coimbatore
EXPLANATION

Coimbatore earned this title due to its extensive textile manufacturing industry and industrial development dating back to the colonial period.

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The Pandya dynasty ruled Tamil Nadu primarily during which period?
A 1st to 3rd century CE
B 4th to 8th century CE
C 9th to 13th century CE
D 14th to 16th century CE
Correct Answer:  C. 9th to 13th century CE
EXPLANATION

The Pandya dynasty, after the decline of Sangam period kingdoms, rose to prominence between the 9th and 13th centuries CE under rulers like Sundara Pandya.

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Which of the following is the primary language of administration in Tamil Nadu as per the Constitution?
A English only
B Tamil as official language with English as associate official language
C Hindi and Tamil equally
D English as sole official language
Correct Answer:  B. Tamil as official language with English as associate official language
EXPLANATION

Tamil Nadu adopted Tamil as its official language in 1956, with English continuing as an associate official language for inter-state communications.

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