TNPSC Group exams test Tamil Nadu specifics alongside the national syllabus, and that state portion is what most candidates underprepare. Questions here cover Tamil Nadu history and culture, geography, Indian polity, economy, general science, and current affairs with a state focus. Answers include the context behind each fact, since prelims questions often approach the same topic from a different angle each year.
In 2024, Tamil Nadu ranked _____ in India's manufacturing sector by GVAO (Gross Value Added at Output).
Answer: B
As of 2024, Tamil Nadu is the second-largest manufacturing hub in India after Gujarat, contributing significantly to the national economy.
Q.2Medium
If a series progresses as 2, 6, 12, 20, 30... what is the 10th term?
Answer: A
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...
Q.3Medium
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?
Answer: A
Average speed = 2ab/(a+b) = 2×40×60/(40+60) = 1004800 = 48 km/h
Q.4Medium
The Sangam Literature period in Tamil Nadu is divided into how many Sangams?
Answer: B
According to Tamil tradition, there were three Sangams (literary academies) - First, Second, and Third Sangam, spanning several centuries of Tamil literary history.
Q.5Medium
Which of the following is NOT a major port in Tamil Nadu?
Answer: B
Paradip Port is located in Odisha. Chennai, Ennore, and Thoothukudi are the major ports in Tamil Nadu.
Q.6Medium
In a logical sequence: 5, 11, 23, 47, ?, 191. The missing number is:
Answer: B
The pattern is (previous number × 2 + 1): 5→11(×2+1), 11→23(×2+1), 23→47(×2+1), 47→95(×2+1), 95→191(×2+1)
Q.7Medium
Tamil Nadu's contribution to India's IT industry in 2024 is approximately _____ of the national IT exports.
Answer: B
Tamil Nadu contributes approximately 12-15% of India's IT exports, with Chennai being a major IT hub alongside Bangalore and Hyderabad.
Q.8Medium
In 2024, Tamil Nadu's literacy rate stands at approximately:
Answer: B
Tamil Nadu has one of the highest literacy rates in India at approximately 80%, above the national average.
Q.9Medium
A man has three children. The probability that at least one is a boy is:
Answer: C
Probability of all girls = (21)³ = 81. Probability of at least one boy = 1 - 81 = 87
Q.10Medium
If MATHEMATICS is coded as 78943567219, how is TEACH coded?
Answer: A
Using the given code: T=3, E=4, A=1, C=2, H=9, so TEACH = 34129.
Q.11Medium
In a logical puzzle, if all roses are flowers, some flowers fade quickly, then which conclusion is definitely true?
Answer: B
Since some flowers fade quickly and all roses are flowers, logically some roses must fade quickly.
Q.12Medium
Tamil Nadu's IT exports as a percentage of India's total IT exports stood at approximately what figure in 2024?
Answer: C
Tamil Nadu contributes approximately 15% of India's IT exports, making it a significant IT hub after states like Karnataka and Telangana.
Q.13Medium
Statement: No car is a bicycle. All bicycles are vehicles. Conclusion: No car is a vehicle. Is this conclusion?
Answer: B
The conclusion is definitely false because cars are vehicles even if they are not bicycles. The statements don't exclude cars from being vehicles.
Q.14Medium
The Kaveri River, which flows through Tamil Nadu, originates from which mountain range?
Answer: C
The Kaveri River originates from the Brahmagiri range in the Western Ghats at an elevation of about 1341 meters.
Q.15Medium
A person walks 3 km north, then 4 km east, then 3 km south. How far is the person from the starting point?
Answer: B
The person ends up 4 km east of the starting point (north and south movements cancel out). Distance = 4 km.
Q.16Medium
In a complex arrangement, if A > B, B > C, and C > D, which of the following must be true?
Answer: B
Through transitive property: A > B > C > D, therefore A > D must be true.
Q.17Medium
The Pallavas, who ruled Tamil Nadu, were known for their contributions to which art form?
Answer: B
The Pallava dynasty is renowned for their architectural contributions, including the rock-cut rathas of Mahabalipuram and the Kailasanatha Temple.
Q.18Medium
In a logical sequence: 2, 6, 12, 20, 30, ?. What is the next number?
Answer: B
The pattern follows n(n+1): 1×2=2, 2×3=6, 3×4=12, 4×5=20, 5×6=30, 6×7=42
Q.19Medium
The Brihadeeswarar Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was built by which Chola emperor?
Answer: A
Rajaraja Chola I commissioned the construction of the Brihadeeswarar Temple in Thanjavur in the 10th century, a masterpiece of Chola architecture.
Q.20Medium
Which Tamil literary work is considered the oldest surviving literature of any Dravidian language?
Answer: D
Sangam Literature, a collection of Tamil poems from the 3rd century BCE to 3rd century CE, is the oldest surviving Dravidian literature.
