The Pandyan dynasty's capital city in ancient Tamil Nadu was located at which modern-day city?
Answer: A
Madurai served as the capital of the Pandyan Empire. The city is mentioned in ancient Tamil literature and has been a significant cultural center for over 2,500 years.
Q.62Medium
Which year did Tamil Nadu achieve 100% electrification of villages across all districts?
Answer: C
Tamil Nadu achieved complete rural electrification in 2018 under the Pradhan Mantri Sahaj Bijli Har Ghar Yojana and state initiatives, becoming one of the first states to do so.
Q.63Easy
The Sangam Literature period in Tamil Nadu is primarily associated with which three kingdoms?
Answer: A
The Sangam period (300 BCE-300 CE) saw the flourishing of Chola, Pandya, and Chera kingdoms, which together dominated the Tamil region and patronized the famous Sangam literature.
Q.64Medium
Which temple in Tamil Nadu is the largest functioning Hindu temple by area and is dedicated to Lord Ranganatha?
Answer: A
Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple in Srirangam is the largest functioning Hindu temple in the world by area, spanning 156 acres with 21 gopurams dedicated to Lord Ranganatha (Vishnu).
Q.65Hard
The concept of 'Nagara Shilpa' (urban planning) in ancient Tamil Nadu is most notably seen in which city's layout?
Answer: C
Madurai's layout, with concentric rectangular streets radiating from the Meenakshi Temple, exemplifies the ancient Nagara Shilpa principles of urban planning described in Vastu texts.
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Q.66Medium
Which film institute in Tamil Nadu, established in 2015, is dedicated to training in animation and visual effects?
Answer: D
Screen Institute of Media and Animation, established in Chennai, focuses on training professionals in animation, visual effects, and digital media production for the entertainment industry.
Q.67Medium
What percentage of India's automobile exports are contributed by Tamil Nadu as per 2024 data?
Answer: C
Tamil Nadu contributes approximately 32% of India's total automobile and auto-component exports, making it a global hub for automotive manufacturing and exports.
Q.68Hard
The Chola administration's revenue system was primarily based on which agricultural tax?
Answer: B
The Chola Empire primarily implemented 'Bhaga' (one-sixth of harvest) as the main agricultural tax, along with supplementary taxes, which funded their extensive administration and military.
Q.69Medium
Which Tamil Nadu district is the largest producer of sugarcane and has multiple sugar mills operating within it?
Answer: C
Cuddalore district is Tamil Nadu's leading sugarcane producer with several operational sugar mills. The region's climate and irrigation facilities support extensive sugarcane cultivation.
Q.70Medium
The Tamil Nadu e-Governance initiative 'TNSCAN' primarily focuses on which area?
Answer: A
TNSCAN (Tamil Nadu Single Window e-Governance) focuses on digitizing land records, providing transparent and efficient land registration services to citizens across the state.
Q.71Easy
Which ancient Tamil poet is credited with composing the 'Silappatikaram', one of the Five Great Epics of Tamil literature?
Answer: A
Ilango Adigal, a Jain monk, authored 'Silappatikaram' (The Tale of an Anklet), a monumental work of classical Tamil literature focusing on ethics, justice, and devotion.
Q.72Medium
What is the primary objective of the Tamil Nadu Startup and Innovation Policy 2024?
Answer: B
The Tamil Nadu Startup and Innovation Policy 2024 aims to support startups, foster innovation ecosystems, provide financial incentives, and generate employment in emerging technology sectors.
Q.73Medium
The 'Bhakti Movement' in Tamil Nadu during the medieval period was primarily driven by which religious sect?
Answer: A
Tamil Bhakti Movement was led by Alvars (Vaishnavite saints) and Nayanars (Shaivite saints) who composed devotional hymns in Tamil, rejecting rigid Brahminical practices and promoting emotional devotion.
Q.74Easy
As of 2024, which port in Tamil Nadu handles the highest cargo volume and is ranked among India's major ports?
Answer: B
Chennai Port (formerly Madras Port) is Tamil Nadu's primary port, handling the largest cargo volume and serving as a major hub for India's maritime trade with advanced container facilities.
Q.75Hard
The concept of 'Manram' (assembly) in Tamil Nadu's ancient governance was most prominently documented during which period?
Answer: B
The Chola period saw well-documented village assemblies called 'Manrams' or local governing bodies, with inscriptions detailing their functions, which represent one of history's earliest democratic institutions.
Q.76Medium
Which Pallava ruler is credited with establishing the famous Mahabalipuram rock-cut temples?
Answer: A
Narasimhavarman I (630-668 CE), also known as Mamalla, commissioned the iconic rock-cut temples at Mahabalipuram during the Pallava dynasty.
Q.77Easy
What is the total number of districts in Tamil Nadu as of 2024?
Answer: C
Tamil Nadu has 35 districts as of 2024 after the creation of new districts including Tirupathur, Ranipet, and Chengalpattu.
Q.78Medium
The Tamraparni expedition was sent by which Mauryan emperor to Sri Lanka?
Answer: C
Emperor Ashoka sent the Tamraparni expedition to Sri Lanka, which played a crucial role in spreading Buddhism to the island nation.
Q.79Medium
Which saint poet of the Bhakti tradition composed the 'Tiruvacakam'?
Answer: C
Manikkavacakar, a 9th-century Tamil saint, composed the 'Tiruvacakam' (Sacred Utterances), a devotional work dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Q.80Medium
What is the primary focus of the Tamil Nadu Skill Development Initiative (TNSDI) launched in 2023?
Answer: B
TNSDI focuses on providing skill-based training to youth to enhance employability and reduce unemployment in Tamil Nadu.
