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Which Pandya king was known for his extensive trade relations with Rome?
A Nedunchezhiyan
B Tirumalai Nayak
C Jatavarman Sundara Pandyan
D Maravarman Rajasimha
Correct Answer:
A. Nedunchezhiyan Explanation:
Pandya kings, particularly Nedunchezhiyan, maintained extensive maritime trade relations with Rome and other foreign powers.
Which language movement was initiated by Periyar E.V. Ramasamy in Tamil Nadu?
A Hindi opposition movement
B Dravidian movement
C Tamil language purity movement
D Self-respect movement
Correct Answer:
D. Self-respect movement Explanation:
Periyar initiated the Self-Respect Movement to promote Tamil language and Dravidian culture.
Who was the first Chief Minister of Madras State (Tamil Nadu)?
A C. Rajagopalachari
B M. Karunanidhi
C M.G. Ramachandran
D K. Kamaraj
Correct Answer:
A. C. Rajagopalachari Explanation:
C. Rajagopalachari was the first Chief Minister of Madras State after independence.
Which ancient text describes the Chola administrative system in detail?
A Arthashastra
B Tirukkural
C Raja Chola inscriptions
D Sangam texts
Correct Answer:
C. Raja Chola inscriptions Explanation:
Chola inscriptions, particularly those of Rajaraja and Rajendra Chola, provide detailed information about their administrative systems.
Which UNESCO World Heritage Site in Tamil Nadu is related to Chola architecture?
A Great Living Chola Temples
B Meenakshi Temple Complex
C Kanchipuram Temples
D Mahabalipuram Monuments
Correct Answer:
A. Great Living Chola Temples Explanation:
The Great Living Chola Temples, including Brihadeeswara Temple, are UNESCO World Heritage Sites showcasing Chola architectural excellence.
Which Tamil Nadu industrialist founded the Madras Rubber Factory, a pioneering industry in 1950s?
A Birlas
B M.A. Chidambaram
C Walchand Hirachand
D Kasturbhai Lalbhai
Correct Answer:
B. M.A. Chidambaram Explanation:
M.A. Chidambaram established significant rubber manufacturing industries in Tamil Nadu, contributing to the state's industrial development.
Which ancient port city in Tamil Nadu served as a major center for Indo-Roman trade during Sangam age?
A Pondicherry
B Arikamedu
C Mylapore
D Mahabalipuram
Correct Answer:
B. Arikamedu Explanation:
Arikamedu, excavated site near Puducherry, was a thriving port and trading center with extensive evidence of Indo-Roman commercial relations.
Which temple in Tamil Nadu is believed to have the tallest gopuram (tower) in South India?
A Meenakshi Temple, Madurai
B Srirangam Temple, Tiruchirapalli
C Ranganathaswamy Temple, Srirangam
D Annamalaiyar Temple, Tiruvannamalai
Correct Answer:
C. Ranganathaswamy Temple, Srirangam Explanation:
The Ranganathaswamy Temple in Srirangam has the tallest gopuram in South India, standing at approximately 240 feet.
The Kallallar community in Tamil Nadu traditionally practiced which occupation?
A Weaving
B Oil extraction
C Salt production
D Coconut farming
Correct Answer:
B. Oil extraction Explanation:
The Kallalar (also Chettiar) community was traditionally involved in oil extraction and trade, forming important merchant networks in Tamil Nadu.
The Arupadai Veedu (six shrines) of Murugan in Tamil Nadu includes all except which location?
A Palani
B Swamimalai
C Tirupati
D Tiruchendur
Correct Answer:
C. Tirupati Explanation:
The six abodes of Murugan are Palani, Swamimalai, Tiruchendur, Pazhamudircholai, Tirupparamkundram, and Kalakasteshwara; Tirupati is a Vishnu shrine.
