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Q.21 Hard Hindi/Language
The Tirupati Balaji Temple's annual revenue generation stands at approximately how much as per 2024 data?
A ₹500 crores
B ₹1000 crores
C ₹1500 crores
D ₹2000 crores
Correct Answer:  C. ₹1500 crores
EXPLANATION

The Tirupati Balaji Temple, one of the world's richest temples, generates approximately ₹1500+ crores annually through donations and other sources.

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Q.22 Hard Hindi/Language
Tamil Nadu's role in the National Green Hydrogen Mission (2023) focuses on production capacity in which region?
A Coimbatore district
B Tuticorin and surrounding coastal areas
C Chennai metropolitan region
D Tiruppur district
Correct Answer:  B. Tuticorin and surrounding coastal areas
EXPLANATION

Tamil Nadu, particularly the Tuticorin coastal region, has been identified as a major hub for green hydrogen production under the National Green Hydrogen Mission.

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Q.23 Hard Hindi/Language
Which current (2024-2025) infrastructure project aims to create a 'Green Corridor' connecting Tamil Nadu's major cities?
A Chennai Metro Phase II
B Tamil Nadu Green Highway Project
C Bharatmala Scheme highways
D Coastal Road Network Initiative
Correct Answer:  C. Bharatmala Scheme highways
EXPLANATION

The Bharatmala Scheme encompasses major highway projects connecting Tamil Nadu cities with environmental sustainability considerations as a priority.

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Q.24 Hard Hindi/Language
The Samudra Manthan sculptural representation is a prominent feature in which temple in Tamil Nadu?
A Parthasarathy Temple, Triplicane
B Ekambareswarar Temple, Kanchipuram
C Meenakshi Temple, Madurai
D Kapaleeswarar Temple, Mylapore
Correct Answer:  B. Ekambareswarar Temple, Kanchipuram
EXPLANATION

The Ekambareswarar Temple in Kanchipuram features elaborate sculptures depicting the Samudra Manthan mythology in its temple reliefs.

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Q.25 Hard Hindi/Language
The Indus Valley Civilization-like evidence in Tamil Nadu has been found at which archaeological site?
A Adichanallur
B Korkai
C Arikamedu
D Porunai
Correct Answer:  A. Adichanallur
EXPLANATION

Adichanallur in Tirunelveli district has yielded neolithic and megalithic remains with some comparative features to early Indus culture.

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Q.26 Hard Hindi/Language
Which historical port city in Tamil Nadu was a major center of the pearl fishery trade during ancient times?
A Mylapore
B Poompuhar
C Mahabalipuram
D Pondicherry
Correct Answer:  B. Poompuhar
EXPLANATION

Poompuhar (ancient Puhar) was a celebrated Chola port city known for pearl fishery and maritime trade in the ancient and medieval periods.

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Q.27 Hard Hindi/Language
Which Tamil saint-poet's works influenced the development of Tamil grammar and linguistic studies?
A Appar
B Sambandhar
C Thirugnana Sambandar
D Bhakti poets collectively
Correct Answer:  A. Appar
EXPLANATION

Appar, one of the 63 Nayanars, contributed significantly to Tamil grammar and linguistic development through his literary works.

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Q.28 Hard Hindi/Language
The Uttiramerur Inscription from the 10th century Chola period provides evidence of what system of governance?
A Monarchical dictatorship
B Democratic village administration
C Feudal hierarchy
D Centralized bureaucracy
Correct Answer:  B. Democratic village administration
EXPLANATION

The Uttiramerur Inscription describes rules for elections and administration of village councils, showing evidence of democratic practices in Chola times.

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Q.29 Hard Hindi/Language
The Arupadai Veedu (six shrines) of Murugan in Tamil Nadu includes all except which location?
A Palani
B Swamimalai
C Tirupati
D Tiruchendur
Correct Answer:  C. Tirupati
EXPLANATION

The six abodes of Murugan are Palani, Swamimalai, Tiruchendur, Pazhamudircholai, Tirupparamkundram, and Kalakasteshwara; Tirupati is a Vishnu shrine.

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Q.30 Hard Hindi/Language
The Kallallar community in Tamil Nadu traditionally practiced which occupation?
A Weaving
B Oil extraction
C Salt production
D Coconut farming
Correct Answer:  B. Oil extraction
EXPLANATION

The Kallalar (also Chettiar) community was traditionally involved in oil extraction and trade, forming important merchant networks in Tamil Nadu.

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