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Q.1 Hard Hindi/Language
Which contemporary Tamil Nadu Chief Minister's administration launched the 'Tamil Startup Seed Fund' with an allocation of ₹100 crores in 2024?
A E.V. Velu
B M.K. Stalin
C O. Panneerselvam
D Edappadi K. Palaniswami
Correct Answer:  B. M.K. Stalin
EXPLANATION

Chief Minister M.K. Stalin's DMK government initiated the Tamil Startup Seed Fund to promote entrepreneurship and innovation in Tamil Nadu.

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Q.2 Hard Hindi/Language
Tamil Nadu's textile industry, historically significant, currently contributes approximately what percentage to India's total textile production as of 2024?
A 25%
B 35%
C 45%
D 55%
Correct Answer:  C. 45%
EXPLANATION

Tamil Nadu accounts for approximately 45% of India's textile production, maintaining its position as the textile hub of India despite global competition.

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Q.3 Medium Hindi/Language
Which district in Tamil Nadu has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its temple architecture and cultural significance in 2023-2024?
A Madurai District
B Chidambaram District
C Kanchipuram District
D Tirunelveli District
Correct Answer:  B. Chidambaram District
EXPLANATION

Chidambaram, home to the Nataraja Temple, was recognized for its architectural and cultural importance, representing Tamil Nadu's rich temple heritage.

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Q.4 Medium Hindi/Language
The 'Silappatikaram', an important work of Sangam literature, was composed by which author?
A Ilangovadigal
B Kambar
C Thirukkural
D Sambandhar
Correct Answer:  A. Ilangovadigal
EXPLANATION

Ilangovadigal, a Jain poet, composed the Silappatikaram, one of the five great epics of Tamil literature from the Sangam Age.

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Q.5 Medium Hindi/Language
Under which scheme did Tamil Nadu become the first state to provide free electricity to agricultural consumers in 2024-2025?
A Kisan Urja Suraksha Evam Utthaan Mahabhiyaan
B Tamil Nadu Free Electricity Scheme
C Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi Farm Power Initiative
D Chief Minister's Agricultural Power Supply Program
Correct Answer:  B. Tamil Nadu Free Electricity Scheme
EXPLANATION

Tamil Nadu implemented the Free Electricity Scheme for agriculture, making it one of the most farmer-friendly policies in India as of 2024.

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Q.6 Easy Hindi/Language
Which Chola ruler is credited with building the famous Brihadeeswara Temple in Thanjavur?
A Raja Raja Chola I
B Rajendra Chola I
C Parantaka Chola I
D Kulottunga Chola III
Correct Answer:  A. Raja Raja Chola I
EXPLANATION

Raja Raja Chola I commissioned the construction of the Brihadeeswara Temple in 1010 CE, one of the most magnificent examples of Chola architecture.

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Q.7 Hard Hindi/Language
The concept of 'Marai' in Tamil literature refers to what literary element?
A Hidden or implied meaning
B Direct narrative style
C Poetic meter
D Character dialogue
Correct Answer:  A. Hidden or implied meaning
EXPLANATION

'Marai' in Tamil literary tradition refers to hidden or implied meanings and subtle expressions in poetry, requiring interpretive reading.

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Q.8 Hard Hindi/Language
Tamil Nadu's IT sector employment as of 2024 stands at approximately how many professionals?
A 15 lakhs
B 25 lakhs
C 35 lakhs
D 45 lakhs
Correct Answer:  C. 35 lakhs
EXPLANATION

Tamil Nadu's IT sector employs approximately 35 lakh professionals across various companies, making it the second-largest IT hub in India after Bangalore.

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Q.9 Medium Hindi/Language
The Pasumpon Muni, the freedom fighter and social reformer, is primarily associated with which Tamil district?
A Madurai
B Tirunelveli
C Dindigul
D Theni
Correct Answer:  B. Tirunelveli
EXPLANATION

Pasumpon Muni was a renowned freedom fighter and social reformer primarily associated with Tirunelveli district in South Tamil Nadu.

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Q.10 Medium Hindi/Language
Which ancient port city in Tamil Nadu served as a major trading hub during the Roman trade era, evidenced by Roman coin discoveries?
A Mylapore
B Pondicherry
C Arikamedu
D Tranquebar
Correct Answer:  C. Arikamedu
EXPLANATION

Arikamedu, located in Puducherry region near Tamil Nadu, is an archaeological site showing evidence of Roman trade with Tamil Nadu from the 1st century CE.

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