Chennai (formerly Madras) has been the capital of Tamil Nadu since the state's formation in 1956.
Q.2Easy
Which Sangam literature text contains stories of Tamil kings and warriors?
Answer: C
Purananuru is a collection of 400 poems in Sangam literature that praise Tamil kings and their martial exploits and generosity.
Q.3Easy
Which river is considered the lifeline of Tamil Nadu?
Answer: B
The Kaveri River is the principal river of Tamil Nadu and is crucial for agriculture and irrigation, earning it the title 'Lifeline of Tamil Nadu'.
Q.4Easy
What is the traditional dance form of Tamil Nadu?
Answer: B
Bharatanatyam is the classical dance form of Tamil Nadu, originating from temple traditions and codified by Bharata's Natyashastra principles.
Q.5Easy
Which city in Tamil Nadu is known as the 'Manchester of South India' due to its textile industry?
Answer: B
Tiruppur is renowned for its textile and garment manufacturing industries, earning it the nickname 'Manchester of South India'. It exports significant quantities of knitwear globally.
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Q.6Easy
The Cauvery River, which is crucial to Tamil Nadu's irrigation, originates from which state?
Answer: B
The Cauvery River originates in the Western Ghats of Karnataka and flows through Tamil Nadu, serving as a major source of irrigation and drinking water.
Q.7Easy
Which historical figure is credited with composing the Thirukkural, a celebrated Tamil literary work?
Answer: B
Thiruvalluvar is the legendary author of Thirukkural, a collection of 1330 couplets offering ethical and moral wisdom in Tamil literature.
Q.8Easy
Which city in Tamil Nadu is known as the 'Gateway to South India' and serves as a major IT hub?
Answer: C
Chennai, the capital of Tamil Nadu, serves as the gateway to South India with a significant IT industry presence, ports, and manufacturing sectors.
Q.9Easy
The Palk Strait separates Tamil Nadu from which other region?
Answer: A
The Palk Strait is a shallow body of water separating Tamil Nadu from Sri Lanka, historically significant in trade and cultural exchanges.
Q.10Easy
Which port in Tamil Nadu is the largest container port in India?
Answer: B
Chennai Port is one of the major ports in India and handles the largest container traffic in the country, making it crucial for Tamil Nadu's maritime trade.
Q.11Easy
What is the primary cash crop of Tamil Nadu that contributes significantly to national production?
Answer: A
Cotton is the primary cash crop of Tamil Nadu, making it one of the leading cotton-producing states in India with significant contribution to the textile industry.
Q.12Easy
Which UNESCO World Heritage Site in Tamil Nadu is known for its rock-cut Pallava sculptures?
Answer: A
Mahabalipuram is a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its rock-cut sculptures, monolithic rathas, and relief carvings from the Pallava period.
Q.13Easy
Who was the first Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu after Indian Independence?
Answer: A
C. Rajagopalachari served as the first Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu (then Madras State) from 1952 to 1954.
Q.14Easy
Which major IT corridor in Tamil Nadu has been developed as a Smart City?
Answer: B
TIDEL Park in Chennai is a major IT hub in Tamil Nadu and part of the Smart Cities Mission development initiative.
Q.15Easy
What is the rank of Tamil Nadu in terms of textile manufacturing in India?
Answer: A
Tamil Nadu ranks first in textile manufacturing and exports in India with over 45% of national textile exports.
Q.16Easy
Which river is considered the lifeline of Tamil Nadu agriculture?
Answer: A
The Kaveri (Cauvery) River is the primary river in Tamil Nadu supporting agriculture through irrigation and is known as the lifeline of Tamil Nadu.
Q.17Easy
What is the traditional Tamil Nadu art form that involves rhythmic movements and storytelling?
Answer: B
Bharatanatyam is the classical dance form of Tamil Nadu involving rhythmic movements and storytelling through mudras and expressions.
Q.18Easy
Which Chola king is famous for his naval expeditions and expansion in Southeast Asia during the 11th century?
Answer: A
Rajendra Chola I (1014-1044 CE) conducted extensive naval campaigns, conquered parts of Southeast Asia including Srivijaya, and is credited with establishing Chola dominance across the Indian Ocean.
Q.19Easy
What is the primary language of administration and higher education in Tamil Nadu as per the Official Language Act?
Answer: B
Tamil is the official language of Tamil Nadu state since 1956. It is used for administration and higher education, though English is also widely used alongside.
Q.20Easy
Which UNESCO World Heritage Site in Tamil Nadu is known for its rock-cut Pallava sculptures and bas-reliefs?
Answer: A
Mahabalipuram (Mamallapuram) is a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its rock-cut structures, shore temples, and intricate Pallava sculptures dating to the 7th-8th centuries.
