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General Studies III

Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission

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Which contemporary social movement or initiative in Tamil Nadu has been most instrumental in addressing water scarcity and promoting rainwater harvesting at the grassroots level since 2020?
A Tamil Pudu Iyakkam
B Various government and NGO-led initiatives like 'Neerkatti' and community-based water management programs
C The exclusive reliance on desalination plants
D Implementation of inter-basin water transfer projects only
Correct Answer:  B. Various government and NGO-led initiatives like 'Neerkatti' and community-based water management programs
EXPLANATION

Multiple government schemes and community-led initiatives focusing on rainwater harvesting, groundwater recharge, and water conservation have been the primary strategies addressing water scarcity in Tamil Nadu's rural and urban areas since 2020.

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The Chola period architecture in Tamil Nadu is distinctly characterized by which of the following features?
A Use of brick and mortar construction exclusively
B Ornate stone temples with intricate carvings, gopurams, and vimanas
C Underground temple structures with no external design
D Wooden pillars as the primary structural element
Correct Answer:  B. Ornate stone temples with intricate carvings, gopurams, and vimanas
EXPLANATION

Chola architecture is renowned for its magnificent stone temples featuring elaborate gopurams (gateways), vimanas (shrine towers), and intricate sculptural details, exemplified by temples like the Brihadeeswara Temple in Thanjavur.

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As per the 2024 data, which of the following districts in Tamil Nadu has emerged as a major hub for renewable energy projects, particularly solar and wind power?
A Kanyakumari and Tirunelveli
B Coimbatore and Nilgiris
C Madurai and Dindigul
D Villupuram and Tirunelveli
Correct Answer:  D. Villupuram and Tirunelveli
EXPLANATION

Villupuram and Tirunelveli districts have developed as major renewable energy hubs in Tamil Nadu, hosting significant solar and wind power projects as part of the state's clean energy initiatives.

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The Harur cooperative society in Tamil Nadu, established in 1889, is significant for which of the following reasons?
A It was the first sugar cooperative in India
B It was one of the earliest cooperative societies in India and pioneered the cooperative movement
C It exclusively dealt with textile production
D It was the first women-only cooperative society
Correct Answer:  B. It was one of the earliest cooperative societies in India and pioneered the cooperative movement
EXPLANATION

The Harur cooperative society is historically significant as one of the earliest cooperative organizations in India, playing a pioneering role in the cooperative movement in Tamil Nadu.

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Which ancient Tamil grammatical text, composed during the Sangam period, is known as the 'Ilakkanaguru' (teacher of grammar)?
A Tholkappiyam
B Silappatikaram
C Manimekalai
D Akananuru
Correct Answer:  A. Tholkappiyam
EXPLANATION

Tholkappiyam is the earliest known Tamil grammar text and is revered as the foundational work on Tamil grammar. It predates other literary works and is attributed to Tholkappiyar.

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In the context of Tamil Nadu's economic development, which sector contributed the highest to the state's GSDP growth during 2023-2024?
A Agriculture and allied activities
B Manufacturing and textile industries
C Information Technology and services
D Mining and quarrying
Correct Answer:  C. Information Technology and services
EXPLANATION

Tamil Nadu's IT sector, particularly in cities like Chennai and Coimbatore, has been the primary driver of GSDP growth. The state hosts numerous IT parks and attracts major tech companies.

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Which of the following is the primary objective of the Tamil Nadu e-Governance initiative launched in 2023-2024?
A To digitize all government services and reduce citizen interface time
B To increase tax collection through digital means
C To replace all paper-based systems with cloud storage only
D To train government employees in foreign languages
Correct Answer:  A. To digitize all government services and reduce citizen interface time
EXPLANATION

The Tamil Nadu e-Governance initiative focuses on digitizing government services to improve citizen access and reduce bureaucratic delays. This aligns with the state's Digital Tamil Nadu vision.

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The 'Chola Navy' was primarily established to control which region's trade routes?
A Arabian Sea
B Bay of Bengal
C Indian Ocean
D South China Sea
Correct Answer:  C. Indian Ocean
EXPLANATION

The Chola dynasty established a formidable navy to dominate Indian Ocean trade routes, extending their maritime influence to Southeast Asia.

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As of 2024, which Tamil Nadu state park is the largest by area?
A Mudumalai National Park
B Indira Gandhi National Park
C Gulf of Mannar National Park
D Guindy National Park
Correct Answer:  B. Indira Gandhi National Park
EXPLANATION

Indira Gandhi (Annamalai) National Park in the Nilgiris is the largest national park in Tamil Nadu covering around 958 square kilometers.

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Which reform movement in Tamil Nadu during the late 19th century opposed Brahminical rituals?
A Self-Respect Movement
B Dravidian Movement
C Social Reform Movement
D Justice Party movement
Correct Answer:  B. Dravidian Movement
EXPLANATION

The Dravidian Movement, pioneered by leaders like Periyar E.V. Ramasamy, actively opposed Brahminical ritualism and caste discrimination in Tamil Nadu.

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