Which Pandya king was known for his extensive trade relations with Rome?
Answer: A
Pandya kings, particularly Nedunchezhiyan, maintained extensive maritime trade relations with Rome and other foreign powers.
Q.2Hard
Which language movement was initiated by Periyar E.V. Ramasamy in Tamil Nadu?
Answer: D
Periyar initiated the Self-Respect Movement to promote Tamil language and Dravidian culture.
Q.3Hard
Who was the first Chief Minister of Madras State (Tamil Nadu)?
Answer: A
C. Rajagopalachari was the first Chief Minister of Madras State after independence.
Q.4Hard
Which ancient text describes the Chola administrative system in detail?
Answer: C
Chola inscriptions, particularly those of Rajaraja and Rajendra Chola, provide detailed information about their administrative systems.
Q.5Hard
Which UNESCO World Heritage Site in Tamil Nadu is related to Chola architecture?
Answer: A
The Great Living Chola Temples, including Brihadeeswara Temple, are UNESCO World Heritage Sites showcasing Chola architectural excellence.
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Q.6Hard
Which Tamil Nadu industrialist founded the Madras Rubber Factory, a pioneering industry in 1950s?
Answer: B
M.A. Chidambaram established significant rubber manufacturing industries in Tamil Nadu, contributing to the state's industrial development.
Q.7Hard
Which ancient port city in Tamil Nadu served as a major center for Indo-Roman trade during Sangam age?
Answer: B
Arikamedu, excavated site near Puducherry, was a thriving port and trading center with extensive evidence of Indo-Roman commercial relations.
Q.8Hard
Which temple in Tamil Nadu is believed to have the tallest gopuram (tower) in South India?
Answer: C
The Ranganathaswamy Temple in Srirangam has the tallest gopuram in South India, standing at approximately 240 feet.
Q.9Hard
The Kallallar community in Tamil Nadu traditionally practiced which occupation?
Answer: B
The Kallalar (also Chettiar) community was traditionally involved in oil extraction and trade, forming important merchant networks in Tamil Nadu.
Q.10Hard
The Arupadai Veedu (six shrines) of Murugan in Tamil Nadu includes all except which location?
Answer: C
The six abodes of Murugan are Palani, Swamimalai, Tiruchendur, Pazhamudircholai, Tirupparamkundram, and Kalakasteshwara; Tirupati is a Vishnu shrine.
Q.11Hard
The Uttiramerur Inscription from the 10th century Chola period provides evidence of what system of governance?
Answer: B
The Uttiramerur Inscription describes rules for elections and administration of village councils, showing evidence of democratic practices in Chola times.
Q.12Hard
Which Tamil saint-poet's works influenced the development of Tamil grammar and linguistic studies?
Answer: A
Appar, one of the 63 Nayanars, contributed significantly to Tamil grammar and linguistic development through his literary works.
Q.13Hard
Which historical port city in Tamil Nadu was a major center of the pearl fishery trade during ancient times?
Answer: B
Poompuhar (ancient Puhar) was a celebrated Chola port city known for pearl fishery and maritime trade in the ancient and medieval periods.
Q.14Hard
The Indus Valley Civilization-like evidence in Tamil Nadu has been found at which archaeological site?
Answer: A
Adichanallur in Tirunelveli district has yielded neolithic and megalithic remains with some comparative features to early Indus culture.
Q.15Hard
The Samudra Manthan sculptural representation is a prominent feature in which temple in Tamil Nadu?
Answer: B
The Ekambareswarar Temple in Kanchipuram features elaborate sculptures depicting the Samudra Manthan mythology in its temple reliefs.
Q.16Hard
Which current (2024-2025) infrastructure project aims to create a 'Green Corridor' connecting Tamil Nadu's major cities?
Answer: C
The Bharatmala Scheme encompasses major highway projects connecting Tamil Nadu cities with environmental sustainability considerations as a priority.
Q.17Hard
Tamil Nadu's role in the National Green Hydrogen Mission (2023) focuses on production capacity in which region?
Answer: B
Tamil Nadu, particularly the Tuticorin coastal region, has been identified as a major hub for green hydrogen production under the National Green Hydrogen Mission.
Q.18Hard
The Tirupati Balaji Temple's annual revenue generation stands at approximately how much as per 2024 data?
Answer: C
The Tirupati Balaji Temple, one of the world's richest temples, generates approximately ₹1500+ crores annually through donations and other sources.
Q.19Hard
The Sangam literature, which is divided into three periods, collectively contains how many texts approximately?
Answer: D
The corpus of Sangam literature comprises approximately 2,381 poems organized into various anthologies totaling around 800+ known literary works from the three Sangam periods.
Q.20Hard
Tamil Nadu's IT sector employment as of 2024 stands at approximately how many professionals?
Answer: C
Tamil Nadu's IT sector employs approximately 35 lakh professionals across various companies, making it the second-largest IT hub in India after Bangalore.
