Which city in Tamil Nadu has been declared as a 'Smart City' under the Smart Cities Mission 2024?
Answer: A
Coimbatore is among the major Smart Cities in Tamil Nadu under the Smart Cities Mission, focusing on sustainable urban development.
Q.2Easy
What is the primary occupation in the Nilgiri district of Tamil Nadu?
Answer: B
Nilgiri district is famous for tea gardens and spice cultivation, particularly in the Ooty region, making it a major producer of tea in South India.
Q.3Medium
The Indus Valley Civilization site Keeladi is located in which district of Tamil Nadu?
Answer: B
Keeladi in Sivagangai district has revealed important archaeological findings dating back to around 600 BCE, indicating an early historic settlement.
Q.4Easy
The Chola dynasty is famous for its contribution to which field of art?
Answer: B
The Chola dynasty, particularly during the reign of Raja Raja Chola I, made remarkable contributions to temple architecture and bronze sculpture art.
Q.5Medium
What is the total area of Tamil Nadu according to the 2024 census data?
Answer: B
Tamil Nadu covers an area of approximately 127,724 sq km, making it the eleventh largest state in India by area.
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Q.6Medium
Which UNESCO World Heritage Site in Tamil Nadu is known for its ancient rock-cut caves?
Answer: B
Arjuna's Penance and the Group of Monuments at Mahabalipuram are UNESCO World Heritage Sites featuring rock-cut sculptures and caves from the Pallava period.
Q.7Medium
The Bhakti movement in South India was significantly influenced by which saint?
Answer: D
Saint Thirunavukkarasu (Appar) and other Nayanars were key figures in the Tamil Bhakti movement, promoting devotional worship in Tamil Nadu.
Q.8Easy
Which Tamil Nadu district leads in cotton production?
Answer: B
Erode district is a major cotton-producing region in Tamil Nadu, contributing significantly to India's cotton production.
Q.9Easy
The Palk Strait separates Tamil Nadu from which country/territory?
Answer: A
The Palk Strait is a body of water between Tamil Nadu and Sri Lanka, with the Palk Bay in between.
Q.10Medium
Which is the driest region in Tamil Nadu with minimal rainfall?
Answer: C
Ramanathapuram district experiences the least rainfall in Tamil Nadu, being in the rain shadow region of the Western Ghats.
Q.11Medium
The Periyar National Park, known for its tiger reserve, is primarily located in which state but borders Tamil Nadu?
Answer: B
Periyar National Park is in Kerala's Idukki district but shares borders with Tamil Nadu's Theni district.
Q.12Hard
Which ancient Tamil kingdom is credited with establishing the first organized administrative system in South India?
Answer: B
The Chola dynasty, particularly under Raja Raja Chola I, established a sophisticated administrative and revenue system that became a model for Indian governance.
Q.13Medium
What was the primary purpose of constructing the Grand Anicut (Kallanai) dam?
Answer: B
The Grand Anicut, built by the Cholas across the Kaveri river, was designed for irrigation and flood control, demonstrating ancient Tamil engineering.
Q.14Hard
Which textile industry cluster in Tamil Nadu accounts for the highest concentration of spinning mills?
Answer: C
Erode is known as the 'Spinning Hub' of India with the highest concentration of spinning mills, producing yarn for both domestic and export markets.
Q.15Hard
The Sangam literature of Tamil Nadu provides historical evidence of trade with which ancient civilization?
Answer: B
Sangam literature contains references to extensive trade between Tamil kingdoms and the Roman Empire, including mentions of Roman merchants in ports like Puhar.
Q.16Medium
Which is the fastest-growing Information Technology (IT) hub in Tamil Nadu after Chennai?
Answer: A
Coimbatore has emerged as a secondary IT hub in Tamil Nadu, with growing investment in software and IT services industries.
Q.17Hard
The Mridangam, a classical South Indian percussion instrument, has its roots in which region of Tamil Nadu?
Answer: B
The Mridangam, central to Carnatic music, has historical roots in the Chola region and was patronized by Chola rulers and temples.
Q.18Easy
Which state in India has the second-largest population as per the 2021 Census?
Answer: A
Tamil Nadu is the second-most populous state in India after Uttar Pradesh with over 72 million people as per 2021 Census.
Q.19Easy
Who was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu in 2024?
Answer: A
M.K. Stalin, leader of DMK, took oath as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu in 2024 for his second consecutive term.
Q.20Easy
What is the primary language spoken in Tamil Nadu?
Answer: B
Tamil is the primary and official language of Tamil Nadu state, with a rich literary heritage.
