Hindi/Language
Which language is primarily spoken in Tamil Nadu?
A Tamil
B Telugu
C Kannada
D Malayalam
Explanation:
Tamil is the official language of Tamil Nadu and is one of the oldest languages in India.
In which year did Tamil Nadu become a separate state?
Explanation:
Tamil Nadu was formed on 26 January 1956 as Madras State following the States Reorganisation Act, 1956.
What is the capital city of Tamil Nadu?
A Coimbatore
B Chennai
C Madurai
D Salem
Correct Answer:
B. Chennai Explanation:
Chennai (formerly Madras) is the capital and largest city of Tamil Nadu.
Which port in Tamil Nadu is known as the 'Gateway of South India'?
A Kochi Port
B Chennai Port
C Visakhapatnam Port
D Mangalore Port
Correct Answer:
B. Chennai Port Explanation:
Chennai Port (formerly Madras Port) is one of the oldest and largest ports in India.
What is the main agricultural product of Tamil Nadu?
A Wheat
B Rice
C Sugarcane
D Cotton
Explanation:
Rice is the primary agricultural product and staple crop of Tamil Nadu.
Which Chola ruler is credited with building the Brihadeeswarar Temple in Thanjavur?
A Raja Raja Chola I
B Rajendra Chola I
C Kulothunga Chola I
D Adhirajendra Chola
Correct Answer:
A. Raja Raja Chola I Explanation:
Raja Raja Chola I commissioned the construction of the Brihadeeswarar Temple, one of India's greatest architectural achievements, completed in 1010 CE.
Tamil Nadu's contribution to India's GDP (as of 2024) ranks it at which position among Indian states?
A Second
B Third
C Fourth
D Fifth
Explanation:
Tamil Nadu is the third-largest contributor to India's GDP after Maharashtra and Gujarat, with a significant manufacturing and service sector base.
The Kaveri River delta in Tamil Nadu is known for producing which crop extensively?
A Cotton
B Sugarcane
C Rice
D Coconut
Explanation:
The Kaveri delta is historically known as the 'Granary of South India' due to extensive rice cultivation facilitated by the river's irrigation system.
The Mahabalipuram Shore Temple is an example of which dynasty's architectural style?
A Chola
B Pallava
C Pandya
D Chera
Correct Answer:
B. Pallava Explanation:
The Shore Temple at Mahabalipuram is a Pallava architectural masterpiece, built during the reign of Narasimhavarman II in the 8th century.
Which Tamil Nadu chief minister is known for implementing the Midday Meal Scheme on a large scale in the 1960s?
A K. Kamaraj
B M. G. Ramachandran
C M. Karunanidhi
D Jayalalithaa
Correct Answer:
A. K. Kamaraj Explanation:
K. Kamaraj, Chief Minister from 1954-1962, pioneered the Midday Meal Scheme in Tamil Nadu schools.
