Tamil Nadu History & Culture Quiz for TNPSC
Test your knowledge of Tamil Nadu's rich history, culture, and heritage with these important questions for TNPSC preparation.
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Question 1: Which ancient Tamil text is known as 'Tamil Veda' and consists of 1330 couplets?
Silappadikaram
Thirukkural
Manimekalai
Purananuru
Question 2: Which dynasty built the famous Shore Temple at Mahabalipuram?
Chola Dynasty
Pandya Dynasty
Pallava Dynasty
Chera Dynasty
Question 3: Who is known as 'Periyar' and led the Self-Respect Movement in Tamil Nadu?
E.V. Ramasamy
C.N. Annadurai
Kamaraj
M.G. Ramachandran
Question 4: Which classical dance form originated in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu?
Kathakali
Bharatanatyam
Kuchipudi
Mohiniattam
Question 5: Which Tamil king is famous for his naval power and maritime trade with Southeast Asia?
Raja Raja Chola I
Rajendra Chola II
Sundara Pandyan
Kulothunga Chola
Question 6: Which Tamil festival celebrates the harvest season and marks the beginning of Thai month?
Deepavali
Pongal
Aadi Perukku
Karthigai Deepam
Question 7: Which ancient port city of Tamil Nadu was known for pearl fishing and trade with Romans?
Poompuhar
Korkai
Mamallapuram
Nagapattinam
Question 8: Which Tamil freedom fighter is known as 'Kappalottiya Tamizhan'?
V.O. Chidambaram Pillai
Subramania Bharati
Veerapandiya Kattabomman
Dheeran Chinnamalai
Question 9: Which musical instrument is traditionally associated with Tamil Nadu's Carnatic music?
Sitar
Veena
Tabla
Sarod
Question 10: Which ancient Tamil work is considered the earliest text on Tamil grammar?
Tolkappiyam
Nannul
Yapperungalam
Virasoliyam