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Q.281 Medium General Studies I
What is the primary objective of the 'Poonthalir Scheme' launched in Tamil Nadu?
A Female literacy enhancement
B Nutritional support for pre-school children
C Skill development for women
D Agricultural modernization
Correct Answer:  B. Nutritional support for pre-school children
EXPLANATION

The Poonthalir Scheme provides nutritious meals and health monitoring for children aged 1-6 years in Tamil Nadu's anganwadis.

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Q.282 Medium General Studies I
Which Tamil Nadu district produces the maximum quantity of sugarcane?
A Tiruchirappalli
B Cuddalore
C Tiruppur
D Namakkal
Correct Answer:  A. Tiruchirappalli
EXPLANATION

Tiruchirappalli district is the leading sugarcane producer in Tamil Nadu, contributing significantly to sugar production in the state.

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Q.283 Medium General Studies I
Which Tamil Nadu Chief Minister implemented the 'Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thittam' scheme in 2021?
A MK Stalin
B Edappadi K Palaniswami
C J Jayalalithaa
D O Panneerselvam
Correct Answer:  A. MK Stalin
EXPLANATION

Chief Minister MK Stalin launched the Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thittam scheme providing Rs. 1,000 per month to eligible women aged 18-60 years.

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Q.284 Medium General Studies I
Which salt pan region in Tamil Nadu is known for the production of sea salt?
A Tuticorin
B Puducherry Coast
C Kanyakumari
D Rameswaram
Correct Answer:  A. Tuticorin
EXPLANATION

Tuticorin (Thoothukudi) is famous for its extensive salt pans and is one of India's major sea salt producers, with the industry being crucial to the district's economy.

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Q.285 Medium General Studies I
Which Tamil Nadu-based textile cluster is world-renowned for cotton yarn production?
A Tiruppur
B Erode
C Salem
D Coimbatore
Correct Answer:  B. Erode
EXPLANATION

Erode is globally recognized as the 'Yarn City' and is the largest cotton yarn manufacturing and trading center in the world, contributing significantly to Tamil Nadu's economy.

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Q.286 Medium General Studies I
Which ancient Tamil literary work is an epic narrative about a merchant's wife and her journey?
A Akananuru
B Purananuru
C Silappatikaram
D Pattinappalai
Correct Answer:  C. Silappatikaram
EXPLANATION

Silappatikaram, composed by Ilango Adigal, is an epic poem narrating the story of Kannagi and her husband Kovalan's tragic journey and is a cornerstone of Tamil literature.

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Q.287 Medium General Studies I
Which historical fort in Tamil Nadu served as the stronghold of Tipu Sultan?
A Fort St. George
B Vellore Fort
C Chingleput Fort
D Gingee Fort
Correct Answer:  B. Vellore Fort
EXPLANATION

Vellore Fort, built in the 16th century, served as an important fortress. Tipu Sultan was imprisoned here, and it later became a significant British military establishment.

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Q.288 Medium General Studies I
The Great Living Chola Temples, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, includes which three temples?
A Thanjavur, Gangaikonda, and Airavatesvara temples
B Meenakshi, Ranganatha, and Airavatesvara temples
C Thanjavur, Madurai, and Chidambaram temples
D Brihadeshwara, Kailasanatha, and Meenakshi temples
Correct Answer:  A. Thanjavur, Gangaikonda, and Airavatesvara temples
EXPLANATION

The Great Living Chola Temples comprise the Thanjavur (Brihadeshwara), Gangaikonda Cholapuram, and Airavatesvara temples. These were jointly inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2004.

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Q.289 Medium General Studies I
Which Chola ruler is famous for his naval expeditions and conquest of the Maldives?
A Raja Raja I
B Rajendra Chola I
C Parantaka I
D Vijayalaya Chola
Correct Answer:  B. Rajendra Chola I
EXPLANATION

Rajendra Chola I (1014-1044 CE) undertook extensive naval expeditions and successfully conquered the Maldives. His reign marked the height of Chola naval power.

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Q.290 Medium General Studies I
What is the literacy rate of Tamil Nadu as per the 2011 Census?
A 70.23%
B 76.64%
C 82.33%
D 85.45%
Correct Answer:  C. 82.33%
EXPLANATION

According to the 2011 Census, Tamil Nadu has a literacy rate of 82.33%, which is significantly higher than the national average of 74.04%.

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