The Chola dynasty's maritime trade routes extended to which of the following regions during the 9th-12th century CE?
Answer: B
The Chola dynasty maintained extensive maritime trade networks connecting Southeast Asia, China, and Arab regions.
Q.82Hard
Which ancient Tamil kingdom is known for its code of laws called 'Arthasastra' principles in governance?
Answer: B
The Chola kingdom implemented sophisticated administrative and legal systems influenced by Arthasastra principles.
Q.83Easy
What is the primary objective of the 'Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana' (PMKVY) in Tamil Nadu?
Answer: B
PMKVY focuses on skill development and vocational training to enhance employability of Indian youth.
Q.84Medium
Which Pallava ruler is credited with initiating the architectural style seen in the Mahabalipuram monuments?
Answer: A
Narasimhavarman I (7th century) commissioned the famous rock-cut temples and monuments at Mahabalipuram.
Q.85Easy
Which Tamil Nadu city is a major hub for automobile and textile manufacturing industries?
Answer: B
Coimbatore is known as the 'Detroit of India' for its automobile manufacturing and a major textile hub.
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Q.86Medium
The ancient port city of 'Kaverippattinam' was an important trading center during which period?
Answer: B
Kaverippattinam was a major Sangam-era port city facilitating maritime trade in Tamil Nadu.
Q.87Easy
Which classical art form of Tamil Nadu is known for its rigorous training system and hand gestures called 'Mudras'?
Answer: B
Bharatanatyam is the classical dance form of Tamil Nadu, known for its precise mudras and technical excellence.
Q.88Medium
The concept of 'Tamil Sangam' (academy of poets) was revived by which Tamil Nadu ruler in modern times?
Answer: B
E.V. Ramasamy Periyar revived the Tamil Sangam concept in the 20th century to promote Tamil literature and culture.
Q.89Medium
Which of the following temples in Tamil Nadu is UNESCO World Heritage Site and built during the Vijayanagara period?
Answer: B
The Brihadeeswarar Temple in Thanjavur, built by Chola rulers, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site showcasing Chola architecture.
Q.90Easy
The 'Nilgiris' hill station in Tamil Nadu is known primarily for cultivation of which crop?
Answer: B
Nilgiris is famous for its tea plantations and is one of India's major tea-producing regions.
Q.91Hard
Which Chera ruler's court was visited by Roman merchants according to historical accounts?
Answer: B
Senguttuvan, the Chera ruler, maintained extensive trade relations with Roman merchants during the Sangam period.
Q.92Medium
In Tamil Nadu's governance structure, which commission is responsible for delimitation of assembly constituencies?
Answer: D
The Delimitation Commission is responsible for demarcating assembly and parliamentary constituencies in India.
Q.93Hard
Which Tamil writer composed the 'Manimekhalai', one of the Five Great Epics of Tamil literature?
Answer: C
Ilango Adigal, a Jain monk, authored the Manimekhalai epic dealing with Buddhist and Jain themes.
Q.94Medium
The 'Cauvery River Water Disputes Tribunal' was established to settle water-sharing disputes between which states?
Answer: C
The Cauvery tribunal was established to resolve water disputes among Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala, and Puducherry.
Q.95Medium
Which of the following is NOT a classical art form originating from Tamil Nadu?
Answer: A
Theyyam is a classical art form of Kerala, not Tamil Nadu. Bharatanatyam, Silambam are from Tamil Nadu.
Q.96Hard
The 'Tirupati Temple' revenue model based on pilgrimage has influenced which Tamil Nadu government economic initiative?
Answer: A
Tirupati's successful temple tourism model has influenced Tamil Nadu's tourism development strategies and policies.
Q.97Easy
Which of the following is the primary source of revenue for Tamil Nadu's state exchequer as of 2024?
Answer: A
GST collections form the major source of state revenue in India's current fiscal structure. Tamil Nadu, being an industrialized state, generates significant GST revenue from manufacturing and services sector.
Q.98Medium
The 'Kalakshetra Foundation' established in Chennai is primarily responsible for the preservation and promotion of which classical art forms?
Answer: A
Kalakshetra Foundation in Chennai was founded in 1936 to preserve Bharatanatyam dance and related classical arts. It remains a premier institution for these art forms.
Q.99Medium
Under the current Tamil Nadu government's 'Tamil Welfare Board' scheme (2024), which demographic group receives special focus for skill development programs?
Answer: B
Recent Tamil Nadu welfare schemes focus on EWS and women empowerment through skill development, aligning with national policy objectives and state developmental priorities.
Q.100Medium
The 'Mettur Dam' on the Kaveri River serves multiple purposes including irrigation and power generation. Which district is primarily benefited by its irrigation network?
Answer: A
Mettur Dam, located in Salem district, primarily irrigates Salem and Erode districts, making them the major agricultural beneficiaries of this irrigation project.
