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Q.291 Medium General Studies I
Which ancient text, composed in Tamil Nadu, is considered the earliest Tamil grammar work?
A Thirukkural
B Tholkappiyam
C Silappatikaram
D Manimekalai
Correct Answer:  B. Tholkappiyam
EXPLANATION

Tholkappiyam, attributed to the poet Tholkappiyar, is the oldest extant Tamil grammar work and is considered a foundational text of Tamil linguistic tradition.

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Q.292 Medium General Studies I
Which Pallava king commissioned the rock-cut Mahabalipuram temples?
A Narasimhavarman I
B Mahendra Varman I
C Parameshvara Varman I
D Simhavishnu
Correct Answer:  A. Narasimhavarman I
EXPLANATION

Narasimhavarman I (630-668 CE), also known as Mamalla, commissioned the famous rock-cut temples at Mahabalipuram including the Shore Temple and monolithic rathas.

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Q.293 Medium General Studies I
Which ancient Tamil sangam is credited with the compilation of the Sangam literature?
A First Sangam held in Madurai
B Second Sangam held in Kapatapuram
C Third Sangam held in Madurai
D Fourth Sangam held in Chennai
Correct Answer:  C. Third Sangam held in Madurai
EXPLANATION

The Third Sangam held in Madurai is historically recognized as the period when most of the surviving Sangam literature was compiled. The First and Second Sangams are considered legendary with no surviving texts.

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Q.294 Medium General Studies I
The 'Samacheer Kalvi' education scheme implemented in Tamil Nadu aims to provide which kind of education?
A Private education only
B Uniform school education system
C Religious education
D Vocational training only
Correct Answer:  B. Uniform school education system
EXPLANATION

Samacheer Kalvi is a uniform school education system implemented in Tamil Nadu to provide equitable and quality education to all students irrespective of their background.

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Q.295 Medium General Studies I
Which Chola king is known for the construction of the Thanjavur Big Temple (Brihadeeswarar Temple)?
A Raja Raja Chola I
B Rajendra Chola I
C Kulothunga Chola I
D Parantaka Chola I
Correct Answer:  A. Raja Raja Chola I
EXPLANATION

Raja Raja Chola I (985-1014 CE) commissioned the construction of the Brihadeeswarar Temple in Thanjavur, one of the greatest temples of India.

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Q.296 Medium General Studies I
Which Tamil Nadu-based automobile manufacturer is the largest two-wheeler manufacturer in the world?
A TVS Motor Company
B Hero Honda
C Bajaj Auto
D Honda Motorcycle
Correct Answer:  A. TVS Motor Company
EXPLANATION

TVS Motor Company, headquartered in Chennai, is one of the world's largest two-wheeler manufacturers with significant global presence.

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Q.297 Medium General Studies I
Which is the largest industry in Tamil Nadu by employment?
A Textiles
B Automobiles
C Information Technology
D Agriculture
Correct Answer:  C. Information Technology
EXPLANATION

The IT industry has become the largest by employment in Tamil Nadu, with Chennai being a major IT hub after Bangalore.

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Q.298 Medium General Studies I
Which Tamil saint-poet is known for the devotional work 'Tiruvacakam'?
A Appar
B Sambandar
C Sundaramurthy Nayanar
D Manikkavasagar
Correct Answer:  D. Manikkavasagar
EXPLANATION

Manikkavasagar (9th century) composed 'Tiruvacakam', a collection of 655 verses of Tamil devotional poetry dedicated to Lord Shiva.

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Q.299 Medium General Studies I
The Dravidian movement in Tamil Nadu was primarily led by which personality in the 20th century?
A Periyar E.V. Ramasamy
B Anna Durai
C Karunanidhi
D Jayalalithaa
Correct Answer:  A. Periyar E.V. Ramasamy
EXPLANATION

Periyar E.V. Ramasamy (1879-1973) was the founder and primary leader of the Dravidian movement, advocating for social equality and Tamil language preservation.

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Q.300 Medium General Studies I
Which Pallava king is credited with building the Shore Temple at Mahabalipuram?
A Mahendravarman I
B Narasimhavarman I
C Narasimhavarman II
D Parameswara Varman I
Correct Answer:  C. Narasimhavarman II
EXPLANATION

Narasimhavarman II (Rajasimha), who ruled in the 7th century, constructed the Shore Temple at Mahabalipuram.

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