Which ancient Chola ruler commissioned the construction of the Brihadeeswarar Temple in Thanjavur?
Answer: A
Rajaraja Chola I, who ruled from 985-1014 CE, commissioned the construction of the magnificent Brihadeeswarar Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Q.62Easy
What is the primary occupation of the majority population in Tamil Nadu's rural areas?
Answer: A
Agriculture remains the primary occupation in rural Tamil Nadu, with rice, sugarcane, and cotton being major crops.
Q.63Medium
Which Tamil Nadu district has the highest literacy rate according to the 2021 census?
Answer: A
Kanyakumari district consistently maintains one of the highest literacy rates in Tamil Nadu, exceeding 92% in recent census data.
Q.64Medium
The Tirupati Balaji Temple, one of the world's richest temples, is located in which neighboring state but has strong cultural ties with Tamil Nadu?
Answer: A
The Tirupati Balaji Temple is located in Andhra Pradesh but has profound cultural and religious significance to Tamil devotees and Tamil culture.
Q.65Medium
Which ancient Tamil grammar work is considered the oldest surviving grammar of a Dravidian language?
Answer: A
Tolkaappiyam is the oldest extant Tamil grammar text, composed by Tolkaappiyar, and is foundational to Tamil linguistic studies.
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Q.66Medium
Tamil Nadu is home to which major automobile manufacturing hub in India?
Answer: A
Chennai (formerly Madras) is a major automobile and manufacturing hub in India, hosting plants of companies like Hyundai, Ford, and BMW.
Q.67Medium
Which Tamil Nadu-based textile city is known as the 'Manchester of South India'?
Answer: A
Tiruppur is renowned as the 'Manchester of South India' for its significant cotton and textile manufacturing industry and exports.
Q.68Medium
The Nilgiri Mountain Railway, a UNESCO World Heritage site, connects which two major towns in Tamil Nadu?
Answer: C
The Nilgiri Mountain Railway connects Mettupalayam in the foothills to Ooty (Udagamandalam) in the Nilgiri Hills, built during the British era.
Q.69Hard
Which historical port city in Tamil Nadu was a major center of the pearl fishery trade during ancient times?
Answer: B
Poompuhar (ancient Puhar) was a celebrated Chola port city known for pearl fishery and maritime trade in the ancient and medieval periods.
Q.70Hard
The Indus Valley Civilization-like evidence in Tamil Nadu has been found at which archaeological site?
Answer: A
Adichanallur in Tirunelveli district has yielded neolithic and megalithic remains with some comparative features to early Indus culture.
Q.71Medium
Which Tamil Nadu state is the largest exporter of spices in India?
Answer: A
Erode district in Tamil Nadu is the largest producer and exporter of spices in India, particularly turmeric, accounting for major national exports.
Q.72Hard
The Samudra Manthan sculptural representation is a prominent feature in which temple in Tamil Nadu?
Answer: B
The Ekambareswarar Temple in Kanchipuram features elaborate sculptures depicting the Samudra Manthan mythology in its temple reliefs.
Q.73Hard
Which current (2024-2025) infrastructure project aims to create a 'Green Corridor' connecting Tamil Nadu's major cities?
Answer: C
The Bharatmala Scheme encompasses major highway projects connecting Tamil Nadu cities with environmental sustainability considerations as a priority.
Q.74Easy
The Pongal festival in Tamil Nadu commemorates which agricultural season?
Answer: B
Pongal is celebrated in January to mark the harvest season when crops are reaped, and the new harvest is presented to the sun god.
Q.75Medium
Which Tamil Nadu industry has recently seen significant growth in the production of renewable energy, particularly solar panels?
Answer: C
Tamil Nadu has become a hub for solar panel and renewable energy manufacturing, with increasing investments in green energy production facilities.
Q.76Medium
Which ancient Tamil sangam is credited with the compilation of the Tolkappiyam, the earliest Tamil grammar text?
Answer: C
The Third Tamil Sangam is traditionally credited with the compilation of Tolkappiyam during the reign of Pandyan kings around 500 BCE.
Q.77Medium
Tamil Nadu contributes approximately what percentage of India's total pharmaceutical production as of 2024?
Answer: C
Tamil Nadu is one of India's major pharmaceutical hubs, contributing around 25% of India's total pharmaceutical production with major manufacturing units in Chennai and surrounding areas.
Q.78Easy
What is the primary purpose of the Cauvery Water Disputes Tribunal established in 1990?
Answer: B
The Cauvery Water Disputes Tribunal was established to adjudicate and resolve disputes regarding water sharing of the Cauvery River between Tamil Nadu and Karnataka states.
Q.79Easy
Which UNESCO World Heritage temple in Tamil Nadu is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is known for its intricate bronze sculptures from the Chola period?
Answer: A
The Brihadeeswarar Temple in Thanjavur, built by Chola emperor Rajaraja I, is a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its magnificent architecture and Chola-era bronze sculptures.
Q.80Medium
The 'Chola Exports' scheme launched in 2024 aims to boost exports in which sector primarily?
Answer: B
The Chola Exports scheme is designed to support traditional handloom and handicraft exporters from Tamil Nadu to expand their market presence internationally.
