The 'Nayak System' was primarily introduced during which dynasty's rule in Tamil Nadu?
Answer: C
The Nayak system of feudatory military governors was established by the Vijayanagara Empire to administer their Tamil Nadu territories.
Q.82Easy
Which river is considered the 'Ganges of South India' and flows through Tamil Nadu?
Answer: B
The Cauvery River is often referred to as the 'Ganges of South India' and is of immense cultural and economic importance to Tamil Nadu.
Q.83Easy
In the 2024 Tamil Nadu assembly elections, which political alliance won the majority?
Answer: B
The DMK-led alliance secured a majority in the 2024 Tamil Nadu assembly elections, continuing their governance.
Q.84Hard
Which ancient Tamil text is primarily concerned with political science and statecraft?
Answer: C
While Thirukkural is an ethical text, Kautilya's Arthashastra influenced Tamil political thought. However, Thirukkural addresses governance principles making it relevant to Tamil political philosophy.
Q.85Medium
What percentage of India's leather exports comes from Tamil Nadu as of 2024?
Answer: B
Tamil Nadu contributes approximately 60% of India's total leather exports, making it the leading leather exporting state in the country.
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Q.86Hard
The 'Anuradhapura inscription' mentions which Tamil dynasty's military expedition?
Answer: A
The Anuradhapura inscription in Sri Lanka mentions the military campaigns of the Chola dynasty in South Indian waters and Sri Lanka.
Q.87Easy
Which Tamil Nadu district has the highest population density as per 2021 census?
Answer: A
Chennai district has the highest population density in Tamil Nadu with over 26,000 persons per square kilometer.
Q.88Medium
The 'Sangam Age' in Tamil literature is generally considered to span which period?
Answer: B
The Sangam Age, the golden period of Tamil literature, is generally dated between 300 BCE and 300 CE.
Q.89Hard
Which port in Tamil Nadu is designated as a Major Port under Ministry of Shipping?
Answer: D
Chennai, Tuticorin, and Ennore are all major ports in Tamil Nadu under the Ministry of Shipping. Ennore Port was made a major port in 2020.
Q.90Easy
The 'Tirunelveli Halwa' production is associated with which Tamil Nadu district's economy?
Answer: A
Tirunelveli is famous for its traditional halwa production, which is a significant part of the district's culinary heritage and informal economy.
Q.91Medium
Which reform movement in Tamil Nadu during the late 19th century opposed Brahminical rituals?
Answer: B
The Dravidian Movement, pioneered by leaders like Periyar E.V. Ramasamy, actively opposed Brahminical ritualism and caste discrimination in Tamil Nadu.
Q.92Medium
As of 2024, which Tamil Nadu state park is the largest by area?
Answer: B
Indira Gandhi (Annamalai) National Park in the Nilgiris is the largest national park in Tamil Nadu covering around 958 square kilometers.
Q.93Hard
The 'Chola Navy' was primarily established to control which region's trade routes?
Answer: C
The Chola dynasty established a formidable navy to dominate Indian Ocean trade routes, extending their maritime influence to Southeast Asia.
Q.94Easy
Which of the following is the primary objective of the Tamil Nadu e-Governance initiative launched in 2023-2024?
Answer: A
The Tamil Nadu e-Governance initiative focuses on digitizing government services to improve citizen access and reduce bureaucratic delays. This aligns with the state's Digital Tamil Nadu vision.
Q.95Medium
In the context of Tamil Nadu's economic development, which sector contributed the highest to the state's GSDP growth during 2023-2024?
Answer: C
Tamil Nadu's IT sector, particularly in cities like Chennai and Coimbatore, has been the primary driver of GSDP growth. The state hosts numerous IT parks and attracts major tech companies.
Q.96Easy
Which ancient Tamil grammatical text, composed during the Sangam period, is known as the 'Ilakkanaguru' (teacher of grammar)?
Answer: A
Tholkappiyam is the earliest known Tamil grammar text and is revered as the foundational work on Tamil grammar. It predates other literary works and is attributed to Tholkappiyar.
Q.97Medium
The Harur cooperative society in Tamil Nadu, established in 1889, is significant for which of the following reasons?
Answer: B
The Harur cooperative society is historically significant as one of the earliest cooperative organizations in India, playing a pioneering role in the cooperative movement in Tamil Nadu.
Q.98Medium
As per the 2024 data, which of the following districts in Tamil Nadu has emerged as a major hub for renewable energy projects, particularly solar and wind power?
Answer: D
Villupuram and Tirunelveli districts have developed as major renewable energy hubs in Tamil Nadu, hosting significant solar and wind power projects as part of the state's clean energy initiatives.
Q.99Medium
The Chola period architecture in Tamil Nadu is distinctly characterized by which of the following features?
Answer: B
Chola architecture is renowned for its magnificent stone temples featuring elaborate gopurams (gateways), vimanas (shrine towers), and intricate sculptural details, exemplified by temples like the Brihadeeswara Temple in Thanjavur.
Q.100Hard
Which contemporary social movement or initiative in Tamil Nadu has been most instrumental in addressing water scarcity and promoting rainwater harvesting at the grassroots level since 2020?
Answer: B
Multiple government schemes and community-led initiatives focusing on rainwater harvesting, groundwater recharge, and water conservation have been the primary strategies addressing water scarcity in Tamil Nadu's rural and urban areas since 2020.
