The Tirunelveli-Tuticorin industrial region specializes in which industries?

The correct answer is C: Salt, chemicals, and halide products. The Tirunelveli-Tuticorin region is known for salt production, chemicals, calcium carbide, and halide product manufacturing.

Which Chola king is credited with building the famous Brihadeeswarar Temple in Thanjavur during the 11th century?

The correct answer is A: Rajaraja I. Emperor Rajaraja I (985-1014 CE) built the Brihadeeswarar Temple as a symbol of Chola power and architectural excellence during his reign.

The Meenakshi Temple in Madurai is dedicated to which deity as the principal presiding deity?

The correct answer is C: Meenakshi (an incarnation of Parvati). The Meenakshi Temple's primary deity is Meenakshi, considered an incarnation of Parvati, with Sundareshwarar (Shiva) as the consort deity.

Who was the legendary Chola architect credited with designing the Brihadeeswara Temple's unique engineering features?

The correct answer is C: Rajaraja Chola's chief architect (name uncertain in records). While Raja Raja Chola I commissioned the temple around 1010 CE, the specific architect's name is not definitively recorded in historical texts.

Which ancient Tamil sangam is associated with the compilation of the Sangam literature texts?

The correct answer is C: Third Sangam held in Madurai. The Third Sangam, held in Madurai, is credited with compiling most of the extant Sangam literature including the Ettuthokai and Pattupattu.

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Q.61 Easy Hindi/Language

Which Chola ruler is credited with building the Brihadeeswarar Temple in Thanjavur?

A Raja Raja Chola I

B Rajendra Chola I

C Kulothunga Chola I

D Adhirajendra Chola

Correct Answer: A. Raja Raja Chola I

EXPLANATION

Raja Raja Chola I commissioned the construction of the Brihadeeswarar Temple, one of India's greatest architectural achievements, completed in 1010 CE.

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Q.62 Easy Hindi/Language

What is the main agricultural product of Tamil Nadu?

A Wheat

B Rice

C Sugarcane

D Cotton

Correct Answer: B. Rice

EXPLANATION

Rice is the primary agricultural product and staple crop of Tamil Nadu.

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Q.63 Easy Hindi/Language

Which port in Tamil Nadu is known as the 'Gateway of South India'?

A Kochi Port

B Chennai Port

C Visakhapatnam Port

D Mangalore Port

Correct Answer: B. Chennai Port

EXPLANATION

Chennai Port (formerly Madras Port) is one of the oldest and largest ports in India.

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Q.64 Easy Hindi/Language

What is the capital city of Tamil Nadu?

A Coimbatore

B Chennai

C Madurai

D Salem

Correct Answer: B. Chennai

EXPLANATION

Chennai (formerly Madras) is the capital and largest city of Tamil Nadu.

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Q.65 Easy Hindi/Language

In which year did Tamil Nadu become a separate state?

A 1947

B 1956

C 1960

D 1965

Correct Answer: B. 1956

EXPLANATION

Tamil Nadu was formed on 26 January 1956 as Madras State following the States Reorganisation Act, 1956.

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Q.66 Easy Hindi/Language

Which language is primarily spoken in Tamil Nadu?

A Tamil

B Telugu

C Kannada

D Malayalam

Correct Answer: A. Tamil

EXPLANATION

Tamil is the official language of Tamil Nadu and is one of the oldest languages in India.

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Q.67 Easy Current Affairs

What is the primary language of administration in Tamil Nadu as per the official policy?

A English

B Tamil

C Hindi

D Telugu

Correct Answer: B. Tamil

EXPLANATION

Tamil is the official language and primary language of administration in Tamil Nadu, with protections under state policy.

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Q.68 Easy Current Affairs

Which Chola dynasty king is famous for building the Brihadeeswarar Temple in Thanjavur?

A Rajaraja Chola I

B Rajendra Chola I

C Parantaka Chola I

D Kulothunga Chola I

Correct Answer: A. Rajaraja Chola I

EXPLANATION

Rajaraja Chola I (985-1014 CE) commissioned the construction of the magnificent Brihadeeswarar Temple, one of the greatest monuments of Tamil Nadu.

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Q.69 Easy Current Affairs

What is the official state flower of Tamil Nadu?

A Lotus

B Jasmine

C Marigold

D Sunflower

Correct Answer: B. Jasmine

EXPLANATION

Jasmine (Sampangi in Tamil) is the official state flower of Tamil Nadu, symbolizing grace and purity in Tamil culture.

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Q.70 Easy Current Affairs

Which Tamil Nadu agricultural product saw the highest export growth in 2024?

A Spices

B Cashew nuts

C Coconut products

D Tea

Correct Answer: B. Cashew nuts

EXPLANATION

Tamil Nadu, particularly the Kanyakumari district, is the world's largest cashew processor and exporter, with significant growth in 2024.

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