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Q.11 Medium Hindi/Language
Which Tamil literary work, written by Silappatikaram author Ilango Adigal, is considered the most comprehensive treatise on Tamil grammar and linguistics?
A Akananuru
B Purananuru
C Silappatikaram
D Manimekalai
Correct Answer:  C. Silappatikaram
EXPLANATION

Silappatikaram is an epic poem by Ilango Adigal that contains detailed references to Tamil language, culture, and traditions of the Sangam period.

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Q.12 Medium Hindi/Language
The 'Chola Exports' scheme launched in 2024 aims to boost exports in which sector primarily?
A Automotive parts
B Handloom and handicrafts
C Electronics
D Leather goods
Correct Answer:  B. Handloom and handicrafts
EXPLANATION

The Chola Exports scheme is designed to support traditional handloom and handicraft exporters from Tamil Nadu to expand their market presence internationally.

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Q.13 Medium Hindi/Language
Tamil Nadu contributes approximately what percentage of India's total pharmaceutical production as of 2024?
A 12%
B 18%
C 25%
D 35%
Correct Answer:  C. 25%
EXPLANATION

Tamil Nadu is one of India's major pharmaceutical hubs, contributing around 25% of India's total pharmaceutical production with major manufacturing units in Chennai and surrounding areas.

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Q.14 Medium Hindi/Language
Which ancient Tamil sangam is credited with the compilation of the Tolkappiyam, the earliest Tamil grammar text?
A First Sangam
B Second Sangam
C Third Sangam
D Fourth Sangam
Correct Answer:  C. Third Sangam
EXPLANATION

The Third Tamil Sangam is traditionally credited with the compilation of Tolkappiyam during the reign of Pandyan kings around 500 BCE.

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Q.15 Medium Hindi/Language
Which Tamil Nadu industry has recently seen significant growth in the production of renewable energy, particularly solar panels?
A Electronics Manufacturing
B Semiconductor fabrication
C Renewable Energy Manufacturing
D Petrochemicals
Correct Answer:  C. Renewable Energy Manufacturing
EXPLANATION

Tamil Nadu has become a hub for solar panel and renewable energy manufacturing, with increasing investments in green energy production facilities.

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Q.16 Medium Hindi/Language
Which Tamil Nadu state is the largest exporter of spices in India?
A Erode
B Madurai
C Karur
D Tiruppur
Correct Answer:  A. Erode
EXPLANATION

Erode district in Tamil Nadu is the largest producer and exporter of spices in India, particularly turmeric, accounting for major national exports.

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Q.17 Medium Hindi/Language
The Nilgiri Mountain Railway, a UNESCO World Heritage site, connects which two major towns in Tamil Nadu?
A Ooty to Coonoor
B Coonoor to Mettupalayam
C Ooty to Mettupalayam
D Coonoor to Udagamandalam
Correct Answer:  C. Ooty to Mettupalayam
EXPLANATION

The Nilgiri Mountain Railway connects Mettupalayam in the foothills to Ooty (Udagamandalam) in the Nilgiri Hills, built during the British era.

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Q.18 Medium Hindi/Language
Which Tamil Nadu-based textile city is known as the 'Manchester of South India'?
A Tiruppur
B Erode
C Coimbatore
D Madurai
Correct Answer:  A. Tiruppur
EXPLANATION

Tiruppur is renowned as the 'Manchester of South India' for its significant cotton and textile manufacturing industry and exports.

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Q.19 Medium Hindi/Language
Tamil Nadu is home to which major automobile manufacturing hub in India?
A Chennai
B Coimbatore
C Madurai
D Tiruppur
Correct Answer:  A. Chennai
EXPLANATION

Chennai (formerly Madras) is a major automobile and manufacturing hub in India, hosting plants of companies like Hyundai, Ford, and BMW.

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Q.20 Medium Hindi/Language
Which ancient Tamil grammar work is considered the oldest surviving grammar of a Dravidian language?
A Tolkaappiyam
B Silappatikaram
C Manimekhalai
D Akananuru
Correct Answer:  A. Tolkaappiyam
EXPLANATION

Tolkaappiyam is the oldest extant Tamil grammar text, composed by Tolkaappiyar, and is foundational to Tamil linguistic studies.

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