Tamil Nadu GK Question21: In which year legislative council of Tamilnadu was abolished?
a 1983
b 1985
c 1986
d 1987
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Answer: C 1986
The Legislative Council of Tamil Nadu was abolished in the year 1986. The abolition was part of a broader reorganization of legislative structures in various Indian states, and Tamil Nadu transitioned to a unicameral legislature with just the Legislative Assembly.
Tamil Nadu GK Question22: In which year Malik Kafur invades Pandiya country and attacks Madurai?
a 1303
b 1308
c 1311
d 1316
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Answer:C 1311
Malik Kafur, a general of the Delhi Sultanate under Alauddin Khilji, invaded the Pandya country and attacked Madurai in 1311. His invasion was part of a series of campaigns to expand the Delhi Sultanate’s influence in southern India.
Tamil Nadu GK Question23: Which Chola King assumed the title “Kadaram Kondan”?
a Raja Raja I
b Rajendra I
c Aditya I
d Virarajendra
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Answer: B Rajendra I
The Chola king who assumed the title “Kadaram Kondan” was Rajendra Chola I. The title means “Conqueror of Kadaram” (Kadaram being the ancient name for present-day Kedah in Malaysia). Rajendra Chola I earned this title after his successful campaign to the southeast Asian region, which included the conquest of Kedah.
Tamil Nadu GK Question24: Who had written the epic “Cīvaka Cintāmaṇi”?
a Natakuptanar
b Tirutakkatevar
c Ilango Adigal
d Sīthalai Sāttanār
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Answer: B Tirutakkatevar
The epic “Cīvaka Cintāmaṇi” was written by Tirutakkatevar, a Tamil poet and scholar. The work is a significant contribution to Tamil literature and is considered one of the great classical Tamil epics. It narrates the adventures of the hero Cīvaka, and the epic is known for its intricate storytelling and rich cultural context.
Tamil Nadu GK Question25: : In which epic, Kannagi is a legendary woman who forms the central character?
a Manimekalai
b Valayapathi
c Silapathikaram
d Kundalakesi
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Answer: C Silapathikaram
Kannagi is the central character in the Tamil epic “Silappatikaram”. Written by the poet Ilango Adigal, this epic narrates the story of Kannagi, a devoted wife who seeks justice for the wrongful execution of her husband. Her story is a powerful tale of virtue, loyalty, and justice, and it holds an important place in Tamil literature and cultural history.
Tamil Nadu GK Question26: Who wrote the first Tamil novel “Prathapa Mudaliar Charithram” in 1879?
a Bharathidasan
b Subramania Bharati
c V. O. Chidambaram Pillai
d Mayavaram Vedanayagam Pillai
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Answer: D Mayavaram Vedanayagam Pillai
The first Tamil novel, “Prathapa Mudaliar Charithram”, was written by G. Subramania Iyer in 1879. This novel is considered a pioneering work in Tamil literature, marking the beginning of the Tamil novel genre.
Tamil Nadu GK Question27: A group of 5 Monolithic rock cut shrines at Mahabalipuram were excavated during the rule of the Pallava King?
a Simhavishnu
b Mahendravarman I
c Narasimhavarman I
d Nandivarman II
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Answer:C Narasimhavarman I
The five monolithic cave temples, also known as the Pancha Rathas, were built during the reign of the Pallava king Narasimhavarman I between the 7th and 8th centuries. The temples are named after the Pandava brothers and their queen, Draupadi, from the Mahabharata. The five Rathas are: Dharmaraja Ratha, Bhima Ratha, Arjuna Ratha, Draupadi Ratha, and Nakul Sahadev Ratha.
Tamil Nadu GK Question28: Tamil Nadu is a major producer of?
a Sunflower
b Onion
c Cotton
d Sugarcane
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Answer: D Sugarcane
Tamil Nadu is indeed a significant agricultural state in India, known for its production of various crops. However, it’s important to note that while Tamil Nadu is a major producer of many crops, it is not the highest producer of sugarcane in the country. Uttar Pradesh holds that distinction.
Tamil Nadu GK Question29: The Rapid Transit System in Tamil Nadu is located in?
a Salem
b Trichy
c Chennai
d Thanjavur
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Ans: C Chennai
The primary Rapid Transit System in Tamil Nadu is located in Chennai
Tamil Nadu GK Question30: Which one is the longest river in Tamil Nadu?
a Kaveri
b Bhavani
c Thamirabarani
d Cheyyar
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Ans: A Kaveri
The longest river in Tamil Nadu is the Kaveri (Cauvery) River. Originating in the Western Ghats at Talakaveri in Karnataka, the Kaveri flows through the states of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu before emptying into the Bay of Bengal. It is one of the major rivers in southern India and plays a crucial role in the agriculture, economy, and culture of Tamil Nadu.