TNPSC General Knowledge Quiz 2026
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Question 1: Which ancient Tamil dynasty is known for building the Brihadeeswara Temple at Thanjavur?
Pandyas
Cholas
Pallavas
Cheras
Question 2: Which biosphere reserve in Tamil Nadu is known as the 'Queen of Hills'?
Nilgiri
Agasthyamalai
Gulf of Mannar
Sathyamangalam
Question 3: Which river is known as the 'Lifeline of Tamil Nadu'?
Palar
Vaigai
Cauvery
Tamirabarani
Question 4: What is Tamil Nadu's contribution to India's total wind power generation?
25%
42%
15%
33%
Question 5: Which classical dance form originated in Tamil Nadu's Thanjavur region?
Kathakali
Kuchipudi
Bharatanatyam
Mohiniattam
Question 6: Which port in Tamil Nadu is known as the 'Gateway of South India'?
Chennai Port
Tuticorin Port
Ennore Port
Nagapattinam Port
Question 7: Which indigenous fighter aircraft is manufactured by HAL in Tamil Nadu?
MiG-21
Tejas
Sukhoi Su-30
Mirage 2000
Question 8: Which Tamil Nadu city is known as the 'Manchester of South India'?
Salem
Madurai
Coimbatore
Tiruppur