The Chola dynasty's maritime trade routes extended to which of the following regions during the 9th-12th century CE?
Answer: B
The Chola dynasty maintained extensive maritime trade networks connecting Southeast Asia, China, and Arab regions.
Q.42Medium
Which Pallava ruler is credited with initiating the architectural style seen in the Mahabalipuram monuments?
Answer: A
Narasimhavarman I (7th century) commissioned the famous rock-cut temples and monuments at Mahabalipuram.
Q.43Medium
The ancient port city of 'Kaverippattinam' was an important trading center during which period?
Answer: B
Kaverippattinam was a major Sangam-era port city facilitating maritime trade in Tamil Nadu.
Q.44Medium
The concept of 'Tamil Sangam' (academy of poets) was revived by which Tamil Nadu ruler in modern times?
Answer: B
E.V. Ramasamy Periyar revived the Tamil Sangam concept in the 20th century to promote Tamil literature and culture.
Q.45Medium
Which of the following temples in Tamil Nadu is UNESCO World Heritage Site and built during the Vijayanagara period?
Answer: B
The Brihadeeswarar Temple in Thanjavur, built by Chola rulers, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site showcasing Chola architecture.
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Q.46Medium
In Tamil Nadu's governance structure, which commission is responsible for delimitation of assembly constituencies?
Answer: D
The Delimitation Commission is responsible for demarcating assembly and parliamentary constituencies in India.
Q.47Medium
The 'Cauvery River Water Disputes Tribunal' was established to settle water-sharing disputes between which states?
Answer: C
The Cauvery tribunal was established to resolve water disputes among Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala, and Puducherry.
Q.48Medium
Which of the following is NOT a classical art form originating from Tamil Nadu?
Answer: A
Theyyam is a classical art form of Kerala, not Tamil Nadu. Bharatanatyam, Silambam are from Tamil Nadu.
Q.49Medium
The 'Kalakshetra Foundation' established in Chennai is primarily responsible for the preservation and promotion of which classical art forms?
Answer: A
Kalakshetra Foundation in Chennai was founded in 1936 to preserve Bharatanatyam dance and related classical arts. It remains a premier institution for these art forms.
Q.50Medium
Under the current Tamil Nadu government's 'Tamil Welfare Board' scheme (2024), which demographic group receives special focus for skill development programs?
Answer: B
Recent Tamil Nadu welfare schemes focus on EWS and women empowerment through skill development, aligning with national policy objectives and state developmental priorities.
Q.51Medium
The 'Mettur Dam' on the Kaveri River serves multiple purposes including irrigation and power generation. Which district is primarily benefited by its irrigation network?
Answer: A
Mettur Dam, located in Salem district, primarily irrigates Salem and Erode districts, making them the major agricultural beneficiaries of this irrigation project.
