Q.111
Easy
Which river is known as the 'Ganges of South India'?
A Brahmaputra
B Cauvery
C Godavari
D Krishna
Correct Answer:
B. Cauvery Explanation:
The Cauvery River, flowing through Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, is considered the lifeblood of South India and is often called the 'Ganges of the South'.
Q.112
Easy
What is the major agricultural product for which Tamil Nadu is the leading producer in India?
A Wheat
B Rice
C Sugarcane
D Coconut
Correct Answer:
D. Coconut Explanation:
Tamil Nadu is the leading coconut producer in India, with coconut cultivation being a major agricultural and commercial activity.
Q.113
Easy
Which two languages are officially recognized in Tamil Nadu?
A Tamil and English
B Tamil and Hindi
C Tamil and Telugu
D Tamil and Kannada
Correct Answer:
A. Tamil and English Explanation:
Tamil is the state official language while English is used for administration and official communications in Tamil Nadu.
Q.114
Easy
What is the total number of districts in Tamil Nadu after the 2024 administrative reorganization?
A 28 districts
B 32 districts
C 38 districts
D 42 districts
Correct Answer:
C. 38 districts Explanation:
Tamil Nadu reorganized its administrative divisions, increasing from 38 districts to maintain governance structure as of 2024.
Q.115
Easy
Which classical art form of Tamil Nadu received UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage recognition in recent years?
A Bharatanatyam dance
B Therukoothu
C Karagam
D Silambam
Correct Answer:
A. Bharatanatyam dance Explanation:
Bharatanatyam, the classical dance form originating from Tamil Nadu temples, is recognized globally as UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage.
Q.116
Easy
What is the significance of the 'Kalakshetra' institution in Tamil Nadu?
A Ancient martial arts training center
B Premier institution for teaching classical arts, particularly Bharatanatyam
C Historical political assembly
D Ancient Sanskrit university
Correct Answer:
B. Premier institution for teaching classical arts, particularly Bharatanatyam Explanation:
Kalakshetra, founded in 1936 in Chennai, is a renowned institution dedicated to preserving and promoting classical Indian arts, especially Bharatanatyam dance.
Q.117
Easy
Which Tamil Nadu agricultural product saw the highest export growth in 2024?
A Spices
B Cashew nuts
C Coconut products
D Tea
Correct Answer:
B. Cashew nuts Explanation:
Tamil Nadu, particularly the Kanyakumari district, is the world's largest cashew processor and exporter, with significant growth in 2024.
Q.118
Easy
What is the official state flower of Tamil Nadu?
A Lotus
B Jasmine
C Marigold
D Sunflower
Correct Answer:
B. Jasmine Explanation:
Jasmine (Sampangi in Tamil) is the official state flower of Tamil Nadu, symbolizing grace and purity in Tamil culture.
Q.119
Easy
Which Chola dynasty king is famous for building the Brihadeeswarar Temple in Thanjavur?
A Rajaraja Chola I
B Rajendra Chola I
C Parantaka Chola I
D Kulothunga Chola I
Correct Answer:
A. Rajaraja Chola I Explanation:
Rajaraja Chola I (985-1014 CE) commissioned the construction of the magnificent Brihadeeswarar Temple, one of the greatest monuments of Tamil Nadu.
Q.120
Easy
What is the primary language of administration in Tamil Nadu as per the official policy?
A English
B Tamil
C Hindi
D Telugu
Explanation:
Tamil is the official language and primary language of administration in Tamil Nadu, with protections under state policy.
