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The Sangam Literature period in Tamil Nadu is divided into how many Sangams?
A Two
B Three
C Four
D Five
Correct Answer:  B. Three
EXPLANATION

According to Tamil tradition, there were three Sangams (literary academies) - First, Second, and Third Sangam, spanning several centuries of Tamil literary history.

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A man travels from Chennai to Bangalore. He covers half the distance at 40 km/h and the remaining half at 60 km/h. What is his average speed?
A 48 km/h
B 50 km/h
C 52 km/h
D 54 km/h
Correct Answer:  A. 48 km/h
EXPLANATION

Average speed = 2ab/(a+b) = 2×40×60/(40+60) = 4800/100 = 48 km/h

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If a series progresses as 2, 6, 12, 20, 30... what is the 10th term?
A 110
B 120
C 130
D 140
Correct Answer:  A. 110
EXPLANATION

The series follows the pattern n(n+1). For n=10: 10×11=110. The pattern is 1×2, 2×3, 3×4, 4×5, 5×6...

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In 2024, Tamil Nadu ranked _____ in India's manufacturing sector by GVAO (Gross Value Added at Output).
A First
B Second
C Third
D Fourth
Correct Answer:  B. Second
EXPLANATION

As of 2024, Tamil Nadu is the second-largest manufacturing hub in India after Gujarat, contributing significantly to the national economy.

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Q.45 Medium Hindi/Language
Which district in Tamil Nadu has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its temple architecture and cultural significance in 2023-2024?
A Madurai District
B Chidambaram District
C Kanchipuram District
D Tirunelveli District
Correct Answer:  B. Chidambaram District
EXPLANATION

Chidambaram, home to the Nataraja Temple, was recognized for its architectural and cultural importance, representing Tamil Nadu's rich temple heritage.

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Q.46 Medium Hindi/Language
The 'Silappatikaram', an important work of Sangam literature, was composed by which author?
A Ilangovadigal
B Kambar
C Thirukkural
D Sambandhar
Correct Answer:  A. Ilangovadigal
EXPLANATION

Ilangovadigal, a Jain poet, composed the Silappatikaram, one of the five great epics of Tamil literature from the Sangam Age.

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Q.47 Medium Hindi/Language
Under which scheme did Tamil Nadu become the first state to provide free electricity to agricultural consumers in 2024-2025?
A Kisan Urja Suraksha Evam Utthaan Mahabhiyaan
B Tamil Nadu Free Electricity Scheme
C Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi Farm Power Initiative
D Chief Minister's Agricultural Power Supply Program
Correct Answer:  B. Tamil Nadu Free Electricity Scheme
EXPLANATION

Tamil Nadu implemented the Free Electricity Scheme for agriculture, making it one of the most farmer-friendly policies in India as of 2024.

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Q.48 Medium Hindi/Language
The Pasumpon Muni, the freedom fighter and social reformer, is primarily associated with which Tamil district?
A Madurai
B Tirunelveli
C Dindigul
D Theni
Correct Answer:  B. Tirunelveli
EXPLANATION

Pasumpon Muni was a renowned freedom fighter and social reformer primarily associated with Tirunelveli district in South Tamil Nadu.

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Q.49 Medium Hindi/Language
Which ancient port city in Tamil Nadu served as a major trading hub during the Roman trade era, evidenced by Roman coin discoveries?
A Mylapore
B Pondicherry
C Arikamedu
D Tranquebar
Correct Answer:  C. Arikamedu
EXPLANATION

Arikamedu, located in Puducherry region near Tamil Nadu, is an archaeological site showing evidence of Roman trade with Tamil Nadu from the 1st century CE.

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Q.50 Medium Hindi/Language
Tamil Nadu's Green Tamil Nadu Mission 2023 aims to achieve what environmental target by 2030?
A Carbon neutrality
B 50% renewable energy usage
C Zero waste management
D 100% forest cover restoration
Correct Answer:  B. 50% renewable energy usage
EXPLANATION

Tamil Nadu's Green Tamil Nadu Mission targets achieving 50% renewable energy usage by 2030 through increased solar and wind power installations.

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