The 'Nayak System' was primarily introduced during which dynasty's rule in Tamil Nadu?
Answer: C
The Nayak system of feudatory military governors was established by the Vijayanagara Empire to administer their Tamil Nadu territories.
Q.142Medium
What percentage of India's leather exports comes from Tamil Nadu as of 2024?
Answer: B
Tamil Nadu contributes approximately 60% of India's total leather exports, making it the leading leather exporting state in the country.
Q.143Medium
The 'Sangam Age' in Tamil literature is generally considered to span which period?
Answer: B
The Sangam Age, the golden period of Tamil literature, is generally dated between 300 BCE and 300 CE.
Q.144Medium
Which reform movement in Tamil Nadu during the late 19th century opposed Brahminical rituals?
Answer: B
The Dravidian Movement, pioneered by leaders like Periyar E.V. Ramasamy, actively opposed Brahminical ritualism and caste discrimination in Tamil Nadu.
Q.145Medium
As of 2024, which Tamil Nadu state park is the largest by area?
Answer: B
Indira Gandhi (Annamalai) National Park in the Nilgiris is the largest national park in Tamil Nadu covering around 958 square kilometers.
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Q.146Medium
In the context of Tamil Nadu's economic development, which sector contributed the highest to the state's GSDP growth during 2023-2024?
Answer: C
Tamil Nadu's IT sector, particularly in cities like Chennai and Coimbatore, has been the primary driver of GSDP growth. The state hosts numerous IT parks and attracts major tech companies.
Q.147Medium
The Harur cooperative society in Tamil Nadu, established in 1889, is significant for which of the following reasons?
Answer: B
The Harur cooperative society is historically significant as one of the earliest cooperative organizations in India, playing a pioneering role in the cooperative movement in Tamil Nadu.
Q.148Medium
As per the 2024 data, which of the following districts in Tamil Nadu has emerged as a major hub for renewable energy projects, particularly solar and wind power?
Answer: D
Villupuram and Tirunelveli districts have developed as major renewable energy hubs in Tamil Nadu, hosting significant solar and wind power projects as part of the state's clean energy initiatives.
Q.149Medium
The Chola period architecture in Tamil Nadu is distinctly characterized by which of the following features?
Answer: B
Chola architecture is renowned for its magnificent stone temples featuring elaborate gopurams (gateways), vimanas (shrine towers), and intricate sculptural details, exemplified by temples like the Brihadeeswara Temple in Thanjavur.
Q.150Medium
The Indus Valley Civilization site Keeladi is located in which district of Tamil Nadu?
Answer: B
Keeladi in Sivagangai district has revealed important archaeological findings dating back to around 600 BCE, indicating an early historic settlement.
Q.151Medium
What is the total area of Tamil Nadu according to the 2024 census data?
Answer: B
Tamil Nadu covers an area of approximately 127,724 sq km, making it the eleventh largest state in India by area.
Q.152Medium
Which UNESCO World Heritage Site in Tamil Nadu is known for its ancient rock-cut caves?
Answer: B
Arjuna's Penance and the Group of Monuments at Mahabalipuram are UNESCO World Heritage Sites featuring rock-cut sculptures and caves from the Pallava period.
Q.153Medium
The Bhakti movement in South India was significantly influenced by which saint?
Answer: D
Saint Thirunavukkarasu (Appar) and other Nayanars were key figures in the Tamil Bhakti movement, promoting devotional worship in Tamil Nadu.
Q.154Medium
Which is the driest region in Tamil Nadu with minimal rainfall?
Answer: C
Ramanathapuram district experiences the least rainfall in Tamil Nadu, being in the rain shadow region of the Western Ghats.
Q.155Medium
The Periyar National Park, known for its tiger reserve, is primarily located in which state but borders Tamil Nadu?
Answer: B
Periyar National Park is in Kerala's Idukki district but shares borders with Tamil Nadu's Theni district.
Q.156Medium
What was the primary purpose of constructing the Grand Anicut (Kallanai) dam?
Answer: B
The Grand Anicut, built by the Cholas across the Kaveri river, was designed for irrigation and flood control, demonstrating ancient Tamil engineering.
Q.157Medium
Which is the fastest-growing Information Technology (IT) hub in Tamil Nadu after Chennai?
Answer: A
Coimbatore has emerged as a secondary IT hub in Tamil Nadu, with growing investment in software and IT services industries.
Q.158Medium
Which river is the longest in Tamil Nadu?
Answer: A
The Kaveri River is the longest river in Tamil Nadu, spanning approximately 765 km, and is known as the 'Ganga of the South'.
Q.159Medium
In which year did Tamil Nadu become the first state to introduce the 'Dravidian Model' of governance?
Answer: C
Tamil Nadu adopted the Dravidian Model under C.N. Annadurai in 1965, focusing on social justice and indigenous Tamil culture.
Q.160Medium
Which Tamil Nadu district has the largest area?
Answer: B
Tirunelveli (formerly Tinnevelly) is the largest district by area in Tamil Nadu.
