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Q.121 Medium General Studies III
Which district in Tamil Nadu is the leading producer of spices and is known for its cardamom cultivation?
AIdukki
BNilgiris
CCoimbatore
DMadurai
Correct Answer:  B. Nilgiris
Explanation:

The Nilgiris district is known for spice cultivation, particularly cardamom, pepper, and other high-value spices in the Western Ghats region.

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Q.122 Medium General Studies III
Which organization is responsible for protecting Tamil Nadu's marine resources and coastal areas?
ANIOT
BMinistry of Earth Sciences
CIUCN
DTamil Nadu State Fisheries Department
Correct Answer:  D. Tamil Nadu State Fisheries Department
Explanation:

The Tamil Nadu State Fisheries Department manages and protects the state's marine resources, fisheries, and coastal development.

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Q.123 Medium General Studies III
Which ancient script was primarily used in Tamil Nadu during the Sangam age?
ABrahmi script
BTamil script
CGrantha script
DDevanagari script
Correct Answer:  A. Brahmi script
Explanation:

During the Sangam age, Brahmi script was used in Tamil Nadu inscriptions, which later evolved into the Tamil script.

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Q.124 Medium General Studies III
Which sector contributes the largest revenue to Tamil Nadu's state GDP?
AAgriculture
BManufacturing and textiles
CServices sector
DMining
Correct Answer:  C. Services sector
Explanation:

The services sector, including IT, telecommunications, and tourism, contributes the largest percentage to Tamil Nadu's GSDP in recent years.

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Q.125 Medium General Studies III
Which dynasty ruled Tamil Nadu for the longest period in ancient history?
ACholas
BPandyas
CPallavas
DChalukyas
Correct Answer:  A. Cholas
Explanation:

The Chola dynasty ruled for approximately 400 years, making it the longest-ruling dynasty in Tamil Nadu's ancient history.

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Q.126 Medium General Studies III
The Vijayanagara Empire's administrative control over Tamil Nadu primarily lasted until which century?
A14th century
B15th century
C16th century
D17th century
Correct Answer:  C. 16th century
Explanation:

The Vijayanagara Empire's influence over Tamil Nadu regions began in the 14th century but declined significantly after the Battle of Talikota (1565), with their control weakening through the 17th century.

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Q.127 Medium General Studies III
What is the current rank of Tamil Nadu in terms of per capita income among Indian states as of 2024?
A2nd
B4th
C6th
D8th
Correct Answer:  B. 4th
Explanation:

As per recent economic data (2023-2024), Tamil Nadu ranks 4th in per capita income among Indian states, after states like Goa, Delhi, and Gujarat.

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Q.128 Medium General Studies III
The Pandyan dynasty's capital city in ancient Tamil Nadu was located at which modern-day city?
AMadurai
BThirunelveli
CKumbakonam
DKanchipuram
Correct Answer:  A. Madurai
Explanation:

Madurai served as the capital of the Pandyan Empire. The city is mentioned in ancient Tamil literature and has been a significant cultural center for over 2,500 years.

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Q.129 Medium General Studies III
Which year did Tamil Nadu achieve 100% electrification of villages across all districts?
A2015
B2017
C2018
D2019
Correct Answer:  C. 2018
Explanation:

Tamil Nadu achieved complete rural electrification in 2018 under the Pradhan Mantri Sahaj Bijli Har Ghar Yojana and state initiatives, becoming one of the first states to do so.

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Q.130 Medium General Studies III
Which temple in Tamil Nadu is the largest functioning Hindu temple by area and is dedicated to Lord Ranganatha?
ASri Ranganathaswamy Temple, Srirangam
BMeenakshi Temple, Madurai
CBrihadeeswarar Temple, Thanjavur
DKapaleeshwarar Temple, Chennai
Correct Answer:  A. Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, Srirangam
Explanation:

Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple in Srirangam is the largest functioning Hindu temple in the world by area, spanning 156 acres with 21 gopurams dedicated to Lord Ranganatha (Vishnu).

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