The Pandya dynasty ruled Tamil Nadu primarily during which period?
Answer: C
The Pandya dynasty, after the decline of Sangam period kingdoms, rose to prominence between the 9th and 13th centuries CE under rulers like Sundara Pandya.
Q.142Easy
Which Tamil Nadu city is known as the 'Manchester of South India'?
Answer: A
Coimbatore earned this title due to its extensive textile manufacturing industry and industrial development dating back to the colonial period.
Q.143Easy
The Meenakshi Temple in Madurai is dedicated to which deity as the principal presiding deity?
Answer: C
The Meenakshi Temple's primary deity is Meenakshi, considered an incarnation of Parvati, with Sundareshwarar (Shiva) as the consort deity.
Q.144Medium
Which Chola ruler commissioned the famous Brihadisvara Temple in Thanjavur?
Answer: B
Raja Raja Chola I (985-1014 CE) built the magnificent Brihadisvara Temple as a UNESCO World Heritage site showcasing Chola architectural excellence.
Q.145Medium
What is the primary objective of the 'Tamil Nadu Startup and Innovation Mission' launched in 2017?
Answer: B
The mission aims to create an ecosystem for startups and innovation across diverse sectors including IT, agriculture, and manufacturing through incubation and funding support.
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Q.146Easy
Which port in Tamil Nadu is recognized as a major gateway for international trade?
Answer: B
Chennai Port is one of India's oldest and busiest ports, handling significant container traffic and serving as a major international trade gateway.
Q.147Medium
The 'Tambraparni' text mentions which ancient Tamil state's maritime activities?
Answer: A
The Tambraparni (also written as Tamralipta) describes Chola maritime expeditions and trade networks during the early historical period.
Q.148Medium
Which Tamil Nadu government scheme provides free power to agricultural consumers?
Answer: D
Tamil Nadu provides free electricity to agriculture consumers under various state schemes designed to support farmers.
Q.149Medium
The Sangam literature text 'Purananuru' primarily deals with which theme?
Answer: B
Purananuru is an akam text containing 400 poems celebrating the valor, heroism, and exploits of ancient Tamil rulers and warriors.
Q.150Medium
Which contemporary industry makes Tamil Nadu a leading producer in India?
Answer: D
Tamil Nadu leads in automobile manufacturing, two-wheeler production, and textile industry, making it an industrial powerhouse in multiple sectors.
Q.151Easy
The Kalakshetra Foundation in Chennai primarily focuses on preservation of which art form?
Answer: A
Kalakshetra Foundation, established in 1936, is dedicated to the preservation and promotion of classical Indian arts, particularly Bharatanatyam dance.
Q.152Medium
Which Pallava ruler is known for the rock-cut temples at Mamallapuram?
Answer: B
Narasimhavarman I (630-668 CE) commissioned the construction of the famous rock-cut temples and monuments at Mamallapuram during the Pallava period.
Q.153Medium
Which factor primarily contributed to Tamil Nadu becoming a major IT hub in India?
Answer: A
Deliberate government policies, IT infrastructure development, and creation of special economic zones like TIDEL Park transformed Tamil Nadu into an IT hub.
Q.154Medium
The 'Ettuthokai' collection of Sangam literature contains how many texts?
Answer: B
Ettuthokai means 'eight collections' and comprises eight important anthologies of Sangam period poetry compiled during the Third Sangam.
Q.155Medium
Which Tamil Nadu district is known for its pottery and ceramic industry traditionally?
Answer: B
Ariyalur district is historically known for its pottery, ceramics, and limestone mining, making it a traditional crafts center.
Q.156Hard
The administration of Tamil Nadu during the Chola period was organized through which system?
Answer: C
The Chola administration featured sophisticated local governance through assemblies like 'Ur' (village councils) and 'Sabha' (merchant guilds), which were recorded in stone inscriptions.
Q.157Hard
Which socio-religious reform movement emerged in Tamil Nadu during the 19th century, challenging Brahmanical orthodoxy?
Answer: B
The Self-Respect Movement, led by figures like E.V. Ramasamy, was a Tamil Nadu-based Dravidian movement that challenged Brahmanical traditions and promoted Tamil language.
Q.158Easy
Which of the following is the highest peak in the Western Ghats located in Tamil Nadu?
Answer: A
Anai Mudi (2,695 m) is the highest peak in the Western Ghats and is located in the Idukki district of Kerala, but the highest peak within Tamil Nadu territory is Doddabetta. However, Anai Mudi is the highest in the Western Ghats region.
Q.159Medium
In which year did the Tamil Nadu government implement the 'Dignity Scheme' for free sanitary napkins?
Answer: B
The Tamil Nadu government launched the 'Dignity Scheme' in 2021 to provide free sanitary napkins to school and college girls, making it one of the first states to do so.
Q.160Medium
Which Pallava king is credited with establishing the port city of Mahabalipuram?
Answer: B
Narasimhavarman I (630-668 CE), also known as Mamalla, is credited with establishing and developing Mahabalipuram as a major port city during the Pallava dynasty.
