The Sangam literature, which is divided into three periods, collectively contains how many texts approximately?

The correct answer is D: 800 texts. The corpus of Sangam literature comprises approximately 2,381 poems organized into various anthologies totaling around 800+ known literary works from the three Sangam periods.

The Mahabalipuram shore temples are primarily dedicated to which deity?

The correct answer is A: Shiva. The Mahabalipuram Shore Temple, built by Pallava king Narasimhavarman II, is a Shiva temple dating back to the 8th century.

Statement: No car is a bicycle. All bicycles are vehicles. Conclusion: No car is a vehicle. Is this conclusion?

The correct answer is B: Definitely false. The conclusion is definitely false because cars are vehicles even if they are not bicycles. The statements don't exclude cars from being vehicles.

Which Chera ruler's court was visited by Roman merchants according to historical accounts?

The correct answer is B: Senguttuvan. Senguttuvan, the Chera ruler, maintained extensive trade relations with Roman merchants during the Sangam period.

The 'Kalakshetra Foundation' established in Chennai is primarily responsible for the preservation and promotion of which classical art forms?

The correct answer is A: Bharatanatyam and Koodiyatta. Kalakshetra Foundation in Chennai was founded in 1936 to preserve Bharatanatyam dance and related classical arts. It remains a premier institution for these art forms.

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All General Studies I 100 General Studies II 100 General Studies III 100 Current Affairs 100 Hindi/Language 100 Reasoning & Aptitude 100

Q.111 Medium Current Affairs

In 2024, which major port in Tamil Nadu achieved the highest cargo handling capacity?

A Kamarajar Port, Ennore

B Chennai Port

C Thoothukudi Port

D Krishnapatnam Port

Correct Answer: B. Chennai Port

EXPLANATION

Chennai Port continues to be the busiest and highest cargo handling port in Tamil Nadu with significant infrastructure upgrades.

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Q.112 Medium Current Affairs

Which Tamil Nadu university was granted 'Deemed-to-be-University' status in 2024?

A SRM Institute of Science and Technology

B VIT University

C Anna University

D Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences

Correct Answer: A. SRM Institute of Science and Technology

EXPLANATION

SRM Institute maintained its prestigious deemed university status with continued academic recognition in 2024.

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Q.113 Medium Current Affairs

In 2024, which Tamil Nadu chief minister announced the 'Dravidar Peravai 2.0' scheme for social welfare?

A M.K. Stalin

B Edappadi K. Palaniswami

C J. Jayalalithaa

D O. Panneerselvam

Correct Answer: A. M.K. Stalin

EXPLANATION

M.K. Stalin, the current Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu (DMK), announced various welfare schemes in 2024 continuation of the DMK's social welfare agenda.

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Q.114 Medium Current Affairs

In 2024, which port in Tamil Nadu recorded the highest cargo traffic?

A Chennai Port

B Ennore Port

C Tuticorin Port

D Paradip Port

Correct Answer: A. Chennai Port

EXPLANATION

Chennai Port remains the busiest and largest port in Tamil Nadu, handling the majority of cargo traffic in the state.

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Q.115 Medium Current Affairs

What is the primary focus of the Tamil Nadu e-Governance initiative launched in 2024?

A Cashless transactions only

B Digital service delivery to citizens

C AI-based traffic management

D Social media regulation

Correct Answer: B. Digital service delivery to citizens

EXPLANATION

The e-Governance initiative focuses on delivering government services digitally to citizens, improving transparency and efficiency.

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Q.116 Medium Current Affairs

In 2024, which Tamil Nadu industry faced significant challenges due to global supply chain disruptions?

A Automobile sector

B Leather and footwear industry

C Both A and B

D Gem and jewelry sector

Correct Answer: C. Both A and B

EXPLANATION

Both automobile and leather industries in Tamil Nadu experienced supply chain challenges in 2024, affecting production and exports.

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Q.117 Medium Current Affairs

Which historical monument in Kanyakumari marks the confluence of three water bodies?

A Trivandrum Fort

B Vivekananda Rock Memorial

C Padmanabhapuram Palace

D Thirukkutra Palace

Correct Answer: B. Vivekananda Rock Memorial

EXPLANATION

The Vivekananda Rock Memorial in Kanyakumari commemorates Swami Vivekananda's visit and marks the meeting point of the Arabian Sea, Indian Ocean, and Bay of Bengal.

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Q.118 Medium Current Affairs

In 2024, what was Tamil Nadu's target for renewable energy capacity addition?

A 5 GW

B 10 GW

C 15 GW

D 20 GW

Correct Answer: B. 10 GW

EXPLANATION

Tamil Nadu announced a target to add 10 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2025, focusing on solar and wind energy projects.

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Q.119 Medium Current Affairs

Which ancient Chola ruler is credited with expanding the maritime empire to Southeast Asia?

A Vijayalaya Chola

B Rajaraja Chola I

C Rajendra Chola I

D Kulottunga Chola

Correct Answer: C. Rajendra Chola I

EXPLANATION

Rajendra Chola I extended Chola maritime dominance across Southeast Asia, establishing temples and trade networks in Java and Sumatra.

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Q.120 Medium Current Affairs

What percentage of India's textile exports come from Tamil Nadu as of 2024?

A Approximately 20%

B Approximately 35%

C Approximately 50%

D Approximately 65%

Correct Answer: C. Approximately 50%

EXPLANATION

Tamil Nadu is India's textile hub, contributing nearly 50% of the country's textile exports, particularly in cotton textiles.

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