TNPSC (Tamil Nadu) — MCQ Practice Questions & Answers

Question 1

The Indus Valley Civilization site Keeladi is located in which district of Tamil Nadu?

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Correct answer: B. Sivagangai — Keeladi in Sivagangai district has revealed important archaeological findings dating back to around 600 BCE, indicating an early historic settlement.

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A. Tirunelveli

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C. Madurai

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D. Ramanathapuram

Question 2

What is the total area of Tamil Nadu according to the 2024 census data?

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Correct answer: B. 127,724 sq km — Tamil Nadu covers an area of approximately 127,724 sq km, making it the eleventh largest state in India by area.

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A. 130,060 sq km

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C. 132,143 sq km

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D. 125,000 sq km

Question 3

Which UNESCO World Heritage Site in Tamil Nadu is known for its ancient rock-cut caves?

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Correct answer: B. Arjuna's Penance, Mahabalipuram — Arjuna's Penance and the Group of Monuments at Mahabalipuram are UNESCO World Heritage Sites featuring rock-cut sculptures and caves from the Pallava period.

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A. Meenakshi Temple

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C. Tanjavur Big Temple

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D. Kanyakumari Temple

Question 4

The Bhakti movement in South India was significantly influenced by which saint?

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Correct answer: D. Saint Thirunavukkarasu — Saint Thirunavukkarasu (Appar) and other Nayanars were key figures in the Tamil Bhakti movement, promoting devotional worship in Tamil Nadu.

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A. Ramakrishna Paramahamsa

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B. Adi Shankara

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C. Basaveshwara

Question 5

Which is the driest region in Tamil Nadu with minimal rainfall?

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Correct answer: C. Ramanathapuram — Ramanathapuram district experiences the least rainfall in Tamil Nadu, being in the rain shadow region of the Western Ghats.

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A. Nilgiris

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B. Pudukkottai

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D. Kanyakumari

Question 6

The Periyar National Park, known for its tiger reserve, is primarily located in which state but borders Tamil Nadu?

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Correct answer: B. Kerala — Periyar National Park is in Kerala's Idukki district but shares borders with Tamil Nadu's Theni district.

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A. Karnataka

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C. Andhra Pradesh

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D. Puducherry

Question 7

What was the primary purpose of constructing the Grand Anicut (Kallanai) dam?

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Correct answer: B. Flood control and irrigation — The Grand Anicut, built by the Cholas across the Kaveri river, was designed for irrigation and flood control, demonstrating ancient Tamil engineering.

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A. Hydroelectric power generation

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C. Navigation

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D. Drinking water supply

Question 8

Which is the fastest-growing Information Technology (IT) hub in Tamil Nadu after Chennai?

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Correct answer: A. Coimbatore — Coimbatore has emerged as a secondary IT hub in Tamil Nadu, with growing investment in software and IT services industries.

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B. Tiruppur

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C. Madurai

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D. Kancheepuram

TNPSC (Tamil Nadu) - MCQ Practice Questions