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Q.231 Medium General Studies II
The Sangam literature text 'Purananuru' primarily deals with which theme?
A Love and romance in ancient Tamil society
B Heroic deeds and wars of ancient Tamil kings
C Religious rituals and temple practices
D Trade and commerce activities
Correct Answer:  B. Heroic deeds and wars of ancient Tamil kings
EXPLANATION

Purananuru is an akam text containing 400 poems celebrating the valor, heroism, and exploits of ancient Tamil rulers and warriors.

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Q.232 Medium General Studies II
Which Tamil Nadu government scheme provides free power to agricultural consumers?
A PMKVY scheme
B Agricultural Power Supply Scheme
C Kudimaramathu scheme
D Free Power Scheme for Agriculture
Correct Answer:  D. Free Power Scheme for Agriculture
EXPLANATION

Tamil Nadu provides free electricity to agriculture consumers under various state schemes designed to support farmers.

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Q.233 Medium General Studies II
The 'Tambraparni' text mentions which ancient Tamil state's maritime activities?
A Chola empire
B Pandya kingdom
C Chera state
D Pallava kingdom
Correct Answer:  A. Chola empire
EXPLANATION

The Tambraparni (also written as Tamralipta) describes Chola maritime expeditions and trade networks during the early historical period.

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Q.234 Medium General Studies II
What is the primary objective of the 'Tamil Nadu Startup and Innovation Mission' launched in 2017?
A To promote agricultural startups only
B To foster entrepreneurship and innovation across sectors
C To regulate existing businesses
D To provide foreign direct investment exclusively
Correct Answer:  B. To foster entrepreneurship and innovation across sectors
EXPLANATION

The mission aims to create an ecosystem for startups and innovation across diverse sectors including IT, agriculture, and manufacturing through incubation and funding support.

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Q.235 Medium General Studies II
Which Chola ruler commissioned the famous Brihadisvara Temple in Thanjavur?
A Karikala Chola
B Raja Raja Chola I
C Rajendra Chola I
D Kulottunga Chola III
Correct Answer:  B. Raja Raja Chola I
EXPLANATION

Raja Raja Chola I (985-1014 CE) built the magnificent Brihadisvara Temple as a UNESCO World Heritage site showcasing Chola architectural excellence.

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Q.236 Medium General Studies II
Which historical Tamil literary text, attributed to the Sangam period, serves as the foundational grammar of Tamil language?
A Tholkappiyam
B Silappatikaram
C Padirruppattu
D Akananuru
Correct Answer:  A. Tholkappiyam
EXPLANATION

Tholkappiyam, attributed to Tholkappiyar, is the oldest surviving Tamil literary work and the foundational grammar text that codified Tamil language rules and literary conventions.

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Q.237 Medium General Studies II
Which Tamil Nadu government scheme focuses on providing free laptops to students achieving specific academic benchmarks (2024-2025)?
A Digital Tamil Nadu Program
B Laptop Scheme for higher secondary students
C Technology for All initiative
D E-Learning Tamil Nadu Project
Correct Answer:  B. Laptop Scheme for higher secondary students
EXPLANATION

Tamil Nadu distributes free laptops to eligible higher secondary students based on merit and financial criteria to promote digital literacy and academic enhancement.

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Q.238 Medium General Studies II
Which Chola ruler is credited with expanding maritime trade networks, earning the title 'Chakravartin'?
A Rajendra Chola I
B Rajadhiraja Chola
C Kulottunga Chola III
D Vikrama Chola
Correct Answer:  A. Rajendra Chola I
EXPLANATION

Rajendra Chola I (1012-1044 CE) expanded Chola maritime dominance, establishing trade routes and military expeditions to Southeast Asia and earning recognition as a paramount ruler.

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Q.239 Medium General Studies II
Which mineral resource makes Tamil Nadu one of India's leading producers, with major deposits in the state's southern regions?
A Bauxite and Ilmenite
B Iron ore and Manganese
C Limestone and Coal
D Copper and Zinc
Correct Answer:  A. Bauxite and Ilmenite
EXPLANATION

Tamil Nadu is India's leading producer of ilmenite (titanium mineral) and has significant bauxite reserves, particularly in Tirunelveli and Kanyakumari districts.

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Q.240 Medium General Studies II
Which river, originating in Karnataka, forms the southern boundary of Tamil Nadu?
A Palar River
B Pennar River
C Tambraparni River
D Mandovi River
Correct Answer:  B. Pennar River
EXPLANATION

The Pennar River forms the southern boundary between Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh, originating in the Eastern Ghats of Karnataka.

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