Q.211
Medium
What is the literacy rate of Tamil Nadu as per the latest census data (2021)?
Explanation:
Tamil Nadu has a literacy rate of approximately 82%, which is higher than the national average.
Q.212
Medium
Which district in Tamil Nadu is known as the 'Manchester of South India'?
A Coimbatore
B Tiruppur
C Salem
D Erode
Correct Answer:
B. Tiruppur Explanation:
Tiruppur is known as the 'Manchester of South India' due to its large textile and garment industry.
Q.213
Medium
What is the current population rank of Tamil Nadu among Indian states?
Explanation:
Tamil Nadu is the 4th most populous state in India with a population exceeding 72 million.
Q.214
Medium
Which ancient Sangam age text is considered the earliest Tamil literary work?
A Silappatikaram
B Akananuru
C Purananuru
D Tolkappiyam
Correct Answer:
D. Tolkappiyam Explanation:
Tolkappiyam, authored by Tolkappiyar, is the oldest extant Tamil grammar text and literary work, dating back to around 300 BCE.
Q.215
Medium
Who was the founder of the Self-Respect Movement (Ayyavazhi) in Tamil Nadu?
A C. Neelakanta Pillai
B Iyothee Thass
C Ayya Vaikundar
D Thycaud Ayya
Correct Answer:
C. Ayya Vaikundar Explanation:
Ayya Vaikundar (1809-1834) founded the Ayyavazhi movement, advocating for social equality and challenging caste hierarchies in Tamil Nadu.
Q.216
Medium
Which Tamil Nadu district has the highest mineral resources and is known as the 'Mineral Hub'?
A Tiruppur
B Erode
C Coimbatore
D Salem
Explanation:
Salem district is rich in mineral resources including magnetite, limestone, and feldspar, making it an important mineral-producing region.
Q.217
Medium
The Tamirabarani River, the only perennial river in Tamil Nadu, originates from which mountain range?
A Western Ghats
B Eastern Ghats
C Cardamom Hills
D Nilgiri Hills
Correct Answer:
A. Western Ghats Explanation:
The Tamirabarani River originates from the Western Ghats and flows through Tirunelveli district, being the only river in Tamil Nadu that flows year-round.
Q.218
Medium
Which classical art form of Tamil Nadu is performed with wooden dolls and is listed as Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO?
A Kathakali
B Bommalattam
C Theyyam
D Ottamthullal
Correct Answer:
B. Bommalattam Explanation:
Bommalattam (Tamil puppet theatre) uses wooden dolls and is a unique art form, recently gaining UNESCO recognition for intangible cultural heritage.
Q.219
Medium
The Pongal festival in Tamil Nadu is celebrated based on which astronomical event?
A Vernal Equinox
B Winter Solstice
C Summer Solstice
D Autumnal Equinox
Correct Answer:
B. Winter Solstice Explanation:
Pongal is celebrated on the day of winter solstice (around January 14) when the sun moves to the northern hemisphere, marking the new harvest season.
Q.220
Medium
Which Tamil Nadu state comes second in textile production in India?
A Tiruppur
B Erode
C Coimbatore
D Tamil Nadu (state overall)
Correct Answer:
D. Tamil Nadu (state overall) Explanation:
Tamil Nadu as a whole ranks second in textile production in India after Gujarat, with major clusters in Tiruppur, Erode, and Coimbatore.
