Tamil Nadu History and Culture Questions and Answers for TNPSC Exam Part 1
1. Who is known as the "Father of Tamil
Language"?
Tholkappiyar
2. Which ancient Sangam work is considered the
earliest Tamil grammar book?
Tolkappiyam
3. Which dynasty was responsible for the
construction of the Great Living Chola Temples, including Brihadeeswarar
Temple?
Chola dynasty
4. Which classical dance form originated in
Tamil Nadu and is known for its intricate hand gestures and expressions?
Bharatanatyam
5. What is the traditional art of palm leaf
manuscript writing in Tamil called?
Olaichuvadi
6. Who was the first woman from Tamil Nadu to
become the Chief Minister of the state?
Janaki Ramachandran
7. Which famous Tamil poet is known for his
epic work "Silappathikaram"?
Ilango Adigal
8. Which historical town in Tamil Nadu is
famous for its rock-cut cave temples dedicated to Lord Shiva?
Mahabalipuram
9. Who is known as the "Nightingale of
India" and hailed from Tamil Nadu?
Sarojini Naidu
10. Which ancient Tamil epic is known for the
story of Kannagi and her quest for justice?
Silappathikaram
11. Which ruler of the Pandya dynasty is known
for his patronage of Tamil literature and the assembly of scholars known as
"Pandya Nadu Maha Sabhai"?
Nedunchezhian
12. What is the traditional Tamil martial art
form that involves intricate weapon techniques called?
Silambam
13. Which famous Tamil philosopher-saint is
known for his devotional hymns, the "Tirukkural"?
Thiruvalluvar
14. Who was the famous Tamil poet and
philosopher-saint who composed the devotional hymn "Tiruppavai"?
Andal
15. Which historical site in Tamil Nadu is
known for the famous Shore Temple and Pancha Rathas (Five Rathas)?
Mahabalipuram
16. Which Chola king is credited with the
construction of the Brihadeeswarar Temple in Thanjavur?
Raja Raja Chola I
17. Which famous Tamil poet is known for his
work "Manimekalai," a sequel to "Silappathikaram"?
Chithalai Chathanar
18. Which classical Carnatic musician from
Tamil Nadu is known as the "Nightingale of South India"?
M.S. Subbulakshmi
19. Who was the Tamil Nadu freedom fighter
known as "Kappalottiya Tamilan" for his role in the Indian
independence movement?
V.O. Chidambaram Pillai
20. Which temple in Tamil Nadu is dedicated to
Lord Murugan and is famous for its annual Thaipusam festival?
Palani Murugan Temple
