Q.1
Easy
Which ancient Tamil sangam is known as the 'Golden Age' of Tamil literature?
A First Sangam
B Second Sangam
C Third Sangam
D Fourth Sangam
Correct Answer:
C. Third Sangam Explanation:
The Third Sangam (1st-3rd century CE) is considered the Golden Age of Tamil literature, producing works like Silappatikaram and Manimekalai.
Q.2
Easy
Who was the first Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu?
A C. Rajagopalachari
B K. Kamaraj
C Periyar E.V. Ramasamy
D O.P. Ramasamy
Correct Answer:
A. C. Rajagopalachari Explanation:
C. Rajagopalachari served as the first Chief Minister of Madras State (1952-1954), which later became Tamil Nadu.
Q.3
Easy
The Chola dynasty reached its zenith under which ruler?
A Rajaraja I
B Rajendra Chola I
C Karikala
D Parantaka I
Correct Answer:
B. Rajendra Chola I Explanation:
Rajendra Chola I (1014-1044 CE) expanded the Chola empire significantly, conquering territories in South India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.
Q.4
Easy
Which UNESCO World Heritage site is located in Tamil Nadu and is known for its Meenakshi Temple?
A Madurai
B Kanchipuram
C Rameswaram
D Thanjavur
Correct Answer:
A. Madurai Explanation:
Madurai is famous for the Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple, one of the most important pilgrimage sites and a UNESCO recognized heritage site.
Q.5
Easy
What is the capital of Tamil Nadu?
A Coimbatore
B Chennai
C Madurai
D Salem
Correct Answer:
B. Chennai Explanation:
Chennai (formerly Madras) is the capital of Tamil Nadu, located on the Coromandel Coast of the Bay of Bengal.
Q.6
Easy
Which river is known as the 'Dakshina Ganga' (Ganges of the South) and flows through Tamil Nadu?
A Tungabhadra
B Godavari
C Kaveri
D Periyar
Correct Answer:
C. Kaveri Explanation:
The Kaveri River is regarded as the 'Dakshina Ganga' and is one of the major rivers in South India, flowing through Tamil Nadu and Karnataka.
Q.7
Easy
The Tirunelveli Halwa is a famous sweet from which district of Tamil Nadu?
A Tiruppur
B Tirunelveli
C Tenkasi
D Virudunagar
Correct Answer:
B. Tirunelveli Explanation:
Tirunelveli Halwa is a famous sweet made with wheat and jaggery, originating from the Tirunelveli district in South Tamil Nadu.
Q.8
Easy
What is the name of the classical dance form that originated in Tamil Nadu temples?
A Kathak
B Bharatanatyam
C Kuchipudi
D Odissi
Correct Answer:
B. Bharatanatyam Explanation:
Bharatanatyam is a classical dance form that originated in the temples of Tamil Nadu, particularly among devadasis in South India.
Q.9
Easy
Which is the official language of Tamil Nadu?
A Hindi
B English
C Tamil
D Telugu
Explanation:
Tamil is the official language of Tamil Nadu and is one of the oldest languages in the world with a rich literary tradition.
Q.10
Easy
Who is the current Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu as of 2024?
A M.K. Stalin
B Edappadi K. Palaniswami
C O. Panneerselvam
D J. Jayalalithaa
Correct Answer:
A. M.K. Stalin Explanation:
M.K. Stalin of the DMK party has been serving as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu since May 2021 and continues in this position as of 2024.
