In which year was the Tamil Nadu State established after independence?
Answer: C
The present state of Tamil Nadu was formed on November 1, 1956, following the States Reorganisation Act of 1956, merging the erstwhile Madras State with other regions.
Q.22Medium
Which of the following is the largest freshwater lake in Tamil Nadu?
Answer: A
Chembarambakkam Lake, located near Chennai, is the largest freshwater lake in Tamil Nadu and serves as an important water reservoir for the city.
Q.23Medium
The Nilgiri Mountain Railway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, connects which two places?
Answer: B
The Nilgiri Mountain Railway, built in 1908, connects Mettupalayam in the plains to Ooty (Udhagamandalam) in the Nilgiris, showcasing Victorian-era railway engineering.
Q.24Medium
Which ancient Tamil kingdom was known for its maritime trade and extensive administrative records?
Answer: C
The Chola Dynasty, particularly under Raja Raja I and Rajendra I, was renowned for its sophisticated maritime trade networks and detailed administrative records preserved in inscriptions.
Q.25Medium
Which metal is predominantly mined in the Karur district of Tamil Nadu?
Answer: A
Karur district is known for significant copper deposits and has a thriving copper wire manufacturing industry, making it an important mineral-producing region.
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Q.26Hard
The Aravankadu Agreement of 1668 was signed between the British East India Company and which ruler?
Answer: B
The Aravankadu Agreement was a trade treaty between the British East India Company and the Nawab of Arcot, establishing British commercial presence in Tamil Nadu.
Q.27Easy
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.28Medium
The Samayapuram Mariamman Temple is located in which district of Tamil Nadu?
Answer: B
The Samayapuram Mariamman Temple is an ancient shrine located in the Tiruchirappalli district, known for its religious significance and annual chariot festival.
Q.29Hard
Which was the first municipal corporation established in Tamil Nadu?
Answer: B
The Madras Corporation (now Chennai Corporation) was the first municipal corporation established in Tamil Nadu in 1688 by the British East India Company.
Q.30Medium
Which famous temple in Tamil Nadu is dedicated to Lord Shiva and located atop a mountain?
Answer: B
The Annamalaiyar Temple in Tiruvannamalai is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is built on the slopes of Arunachala mountain, one of the oldest temples in Tamil Nadu.
Q.31Easy
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.32Medium
Which industry contributes the largest percentage to Tamil Nadu's Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP)?
Answer: B
The services sector, including IT, finance, and trade, contributes the largest share to Tamil Nadu's GSDP, reflecting its status as an economically diversified state.
Q.33Hard
The Pallavas were known for developing which architectural style that later influenced South Indian temple architecture?
Answer: A
The Pallavas pioneered and refined the Dravidian architectural style, characterized by gopurams and intricate stone carvings, which became foundational to South Indian temple design.
Q.34Medium
Which district in Tamil Nadu is known as the 'Spice Garden' due to extensive cultivation of spices?
Answer: C
The Nilgiris district is renowned for spice cultivation, particularly pepper, cardamom, and tea, earning it recognition as a major spice-producing region.
Q.35Hard
The Sundara Chola Chola inscription provides evidence of which Chola emperor's military campaigns?
Answer: C
The Sundara Chola inscription documents the reign and military achievements of Sundara Chola, contributing to historical knowledge of the Chola administration.
Q.36Easy
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.37Medium
Which ancient Tamil sangam is credited with the compilation of Sangam literature?
Answer: C
The Third Sangam at Madurai is historically documented as the sangam that compiled most of the surviving Sangam literature including the Ettutogai and Padipppattu.
Q.38Easy
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.39Medium
Which Chola king is known for his extensive maritime expeditions and the Chola naval empire?
Answer: B
Rajendra Chola I is renowned for establishing a vast maritime empire and conducting military expeditions across Southeast Asia and the Indian Ocean.
Q.40Hard
In which year did Tamil Nadu implement the Chief Minister Integrated Scheme for School Education (CMISSE)?
Answer: C
The CMISSE scheme was implemented in 2019 to provide free educational support and materials to school students in Tamil Nadu.
