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General Studies III

Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission

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Which UNESCO World Heritage Site in Tamil Nadu is known for its rock-cut Pallava sculptures and bas-reliefs?
A Mahabalipuram
B Thanjavur Big Temple
C Meenakshi Temple
D Kanchipuram Temples
Correct Answer:  A. Mahabalipuram
EXPLANATION

Mahabalipuram (Mamallapuram) is a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its rock-cut structures, shore temples, and intricate Pallava sculptures dating to the 7th-8th centuries.

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What is the primary language of administration and higher education in Tamil Nadu as per the Official Language Act?
A English
B Tamil
C Hindi
D Sanskrit
Correct Answer:  B. Tamil
EXPLANATION

Tamil is the official language of Tamil Nadu state since 1956. It is used for administration and higher education, though English is also widely used alongside.

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Which Chola king is famous for his naval expeditions and expansion in Southeast Asia during the 11th century?
A Rajendra Chola I
B Rajadhiraja Chola
C Kulothunga Chola I
D Vijayalaya Chola
Correct Answer:  A. Rajendra Chola I
EXPLANATION

Rajendra Chola I (1014-1044 CE) conducted extensive naval campaigns, conquered parts of Southeast Asia including Srivijaya, and is credited with establishing Chola dominance across the Indian Ocean.

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What is the traditional Tamil Nadu art form that involves rhythmic movements and storytelling?
A Kathakali
B Bharatanatyam
C Odissi
D Kathak
Correct Answer:  B. Bharatanatyam
EXPLANATION

Bharatanatyam is the classical dance form of Tamil Nadu involving rhythmic movements and storytelling through mudras and expressions.

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Which river is considered the lifeline of Tamil Nadu agriculture?
A Kaveri
B Godavari
C Tungabhadra
D Narmada
Correct Answer:  A. Kaveri
EXPLANATION

The Kaveri (Cauvery) River is the primary river in Tamil Nadu supporting agriculture through irrigation and is known as the lifeline of Tamil Nadu.

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What is the rank of Tamil Nadu in terms of textile manufacturing in India?
A First
B Second
C Third
D Fourth
Correct Answer:  A. First
EXPLANATION

Tamil Nadu ranks first in textile manufacturing and exports in India with over 45% of national textile exports.

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Which major IT corridor in Tamil Nadu has been developed as a Smart City?
A Technopark, Thiruvananthapuram
B TIDEL Park, Chennai
C Whitefield, Bangalore
D HITECH City, Hyderabad
Correct Answer:  B. TIDEL Park, Chennai
EXPLANATION

TIDEL Park in Chennai is a major IT hub in Tamil Nadu and part of the Smart Cities Mission development initiative.

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Who was the first Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu after Indian Independence?
A C. Rajagopalachari
B E.V. Ramasamy
C Jawaharlal Nehru
D Rajendra Prasad
Correct Answer:  A. C. Rajagopalachari
EXPLANATION

C. Rajagopalachari served as the first Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu (then Madras State) from 1952 to 1954.

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Which UNESCO World Heritage Site in Tamil Nadu is known for its rock-cut Pallava sculptures?
A Mahabalipuram
B Thanjavur Big Temple
C Meenakshi Temple
D Kanchipuram temples
Correct Answer:  A. Mahabalipuram
EXPLANATION

Mahabalipuram is a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its rock-cut sculptures, monolithic rathas, and relief carvings from the Pallava period.

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What is the primary cash crop of Tamil Nadu that contributes significantly to national production?
A Cotton
B Sugarcane
C Tea
D Coffee
Correct Answer:  A. Cotton
EXPLANATION

Cotton is the primary cash crop of Tamil Nadu, making it one of the leading cotton-producing states in India with significant contribution to the textile industry.

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