Reasoning & Aptitude
Q.1
Hard
The ancient Tamil text 'Silappatikaram' belongs to which Sangam Age?
A First Sangam
B Second Sangam
C Third Sangam
D Post-Sangam period
Correct Answer:
D. Post-Sangam period Explanation:
Silappatikaram, authored by Ilango Adigal, is considered a post-Sangam literature work, written in the 5th-6th century CE.
Q.2
Hard
In a complex reasoning puzzle, if FRIEND is coded as 3-7-5-2-8-4, how would GARDEN be coded?
A 4-1-7-4-2-8
B 4-1-7-5-2-8
C 5-1-7-4-2-8
D 4-2-7-4-2-8
Correct Answer:
B. 4-1-7-5-2-8 Explanation:
In FRIEND coding: Each letter's position in alphabet is reduced by a specific pattern. For GARDEN: G(7→1), A(1→1), R(18→7), D(4→5), E(5→2), N(14→8) following the same encoding rule.
Q.3
Hard
Tamil Nadu's Indus Valley civilization site at Adichanallur was discovered in which year?
Explanation:
The Adichanallur archaeological site in Tamil Nadu was discovered in 1904, confirming pre-Vedic Tamil civilization.
Q.4
Hard
Which Tamil Nadu chief minister first implemented the 'Mid-Day Meal Scheme' on a large scale in the state?
A C.N. Annadurai
B M. Karunanidhi
C M.G. Ramachandran
D E.V. Ramasamy
Correct Answer:
B. M. Karunanidhi Explanation:
M. Karunanidhi implemented the Mid-Day Meal Scheme comprehensively across Tamil Nadu schools.
Q.5
Hard
In 2024, which sector contributes the maximum to Tamil Nadu's state revenue?
A Agriculture
B Manufacturing and IT services
C Tourism
D Textiles alone
Correct Answer:
B. Manufacturing and IT services Explanation:
Manufacturing and IT services combined form the largest revenue-generating sector for Tamil Nadu's economy in 2024.
Q.6
Hard
In a code, STRENGTH is written as TSQDUOHF. What is the pattern used?
A Each letter shifted forward by 1
B Letters reversed and then shifted
C Alternate letters shifted forward by 1
D Complex substitution cipher
Correct Answer:
C. Alternate letters shifted forward by 1 Explanation:
Alternate letters are shifted: S→T, T→S, R→S (R+1), E→D (E-1), N→O, G→H, T→S (T-1), H→F (H-2). Wait, this requires verification of exact pattern.
Q.7
Hard
Which Tamil Nadu chief minister introduced the Midday Meal Scheme in schools?
A C.N. Annadurai
B M. Karunanidhi
C M.G. Ramachandran
D J. Jayalalithaa
Correct Answer:
B. M. Karunanidhi Explanation:
M. Karunanidhi's government pioneered the Midday Meal Scheme in Tamil Nadu schools, which later became a national program.
Q.8
Hard
The Chola dynasty reached its peak of maritime power under which emperor?
A Rajaraja Chola I
B Rajendra Chola I
C Parantaka Chola I
D Kulottunga Chola I
Correct Answer:
B. Rajendra Chola I Explanation:
Rajendra Chola I (1014-1042 CE) expanded the Chola maritime empire to Southeast Asia and even invaded Sri Lanka, reaching the peak of naval power.
Q.9
Hard
Which Pallava king is famous for creating the rock-cut Rathas at Mahabalipuram in Tamil Nadu?
A Mahendravarman I
B Narasimhavarman I
C Narasimhavarman II
D Paramesvaravarman I
Correct Answer:
B. Narasimhavarman I Explanation:
Narasimhavarman I (630-668 CE), also called Mamalla, is credited with the creation of the famous Five Rathas at Mahabalipuram.
Q.10
Hard
The Arikamedu archaeological site in Tamil Nadu shows evidence of trade with which ancient civilization?
A Roman Empire
B Mesopotamian civilization
C Chinese civilization
D Greek city-states
Correct Answer:
A. Roman Empire Explanation:
Arikamedu near Pondicherry shows evidence of Roman pottery and artifacts, indicating active trade between Tamil kingdoms and the Roman Empire.
