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General Studies II

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Q.21 Medium General Studies II
The 'Silappatikaram' is an epic poem that belongs to which period of Tamil literature?
A Sangam Age
B Post-Sangam Age
C Medieval Period
D Modern Period
Correct Answer:  B. Post-Sangam Age
EXPLANATION

Silappatikaram, written by Ilango Adigal, is considered a post-Sangam literature text, composed around 5th-6th century CE.

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Q.22 Medium General Studies II
Which Pallava king is credited with establishing the port city of Mahabalipuram?
A Mahendra Pallava I
B Narasimhavarman I
C Paramesvaravarman I
D Simhavishnu
Correct Answer:  B. Narasimhavarman I
EXPLANATION

Narasimhavarman I (630-668 CE), also known as Mamalla, is credited with establishing and developing Mahabalipuram as a major port city during the Pallava dynasty.

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Q.23 Medium General Studies II
In which year did the Tamil Nadu government implement the 'Dignity Scheme' for free sanitary napkins?
A 2020
B 2021
C 2022
D 2023
Correct Answer:  B. 2021
EXPLANATION

The Tamil Nadu government launched the 'Dignity Scheme' in 2021 to provide free sanitary napkins to school and college girls, making it one of the first states to do so.

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Q.24 Medium General Studies II
Which Tamil Nadu district is known for its pottery and ceramic industry traditionally?
A Kanchipuram
B Ariyalur
C Villupuram
D Tiruvannamalai
Correct Answer:  B. Ariyalur
EXPLANATION

Ariyalur district is historically known for its pottery, ceramics, and limestone mining, making it a traditional crafts center.

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Q.25 Medium General Studies II
The 'Ettuthokai' collection of Sangam literature contains how many texts?
A Four texts
B Eight texts
C Ten texts
D Twelve texts
Correct Answer:  B. Eight texts
EXPLANATION

Ettuthokai means 'eight collections' and comprises eight important anthologies of Sangam period poetry compiled during the Third Sangam.

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Q.26 Medium General Studies II
Which factor primarily contributed to Tamil Nadu becoming a major IT hub in India?
A Government policy and infrastructure development since 1990s
B Natural resources availability
C Agricultural productivity
D British colonial investments
Correct Answer:  A. Government policy and infrastructure development since 1990s
EXPLANATION

Deliberate government policies, IT infrastructure development, and creation of special economic zones like TIDEL Park transformed Tamil Nadu into an IT hub.

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Q.27 Medium General Studies II
Which Pallava ruler is known for the rock-cut temples at Mamallapuram?
A Mahendravarman I
B Narasimhavarman I
C Paramesvaravarman I
D Nandivarman III
Correct Answer:  B. Narasimhavarman I
EXPLANATION

Narasimhavarman I (630-668 CE) commissioned the construction of the famous rock-cut temples and monuments at Mamallapuram during the Pallava period.

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Q.28 Medium General Studies II
Which contemporary industry makes Tamil Nadu a leading producer in India?
A Automobile manufacturing
B Two-wheeler production
C Textile and apparels
D All of the above
Correct Answer:  D. All of the above
EXPLANATION

Tamil Nadu leads in automobile manufacturing, two-wheeler production, and textile industry, making it an industrial powerhouse in multiple sectors.

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Q.29 Medium General Studies II
The Sangam literature text 'Purananuru' primarily deals with which theme?
A Love and romance in ancient Tamil society
B Heroic deeds and wars of ancient Tamil kings
C Religious rituals and temple practices
D Trade and commerce activities
Correct Answer:  B. Heroic deeds and wars of ancient Tamil kings
EXPLANATION

Purananuru is an akam text containing 400 poems celebrating the valor, heroism, and exploits of ancient Tamil rulers and warriors.

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Q.30 Medium General Studies II
Which Tamil Nadu government scheme provides free power to agricultural consumers?
A PMKVY scheme
B Agricultural Power Supply Scheme
C Kudimaramathu scheme
D Free Power Scheme for Agriculture
Correct Answer:  D. Free Power Scheme for Agriculture
EXPLANATION

Tamil Nadu provides free electricity to agriculture consumers under various state schemes designed to support farmers.

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