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TNPSC Group I 2023 previous year paper practice · PYQ-pattern set

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  1. Q1 · Geography of India

    Which of the following rivers does NOT flow through Tamil Nadu?

    • A. Kaveri
    • B. Vaigai
    • C. Krishna
    • D. Thamirabarani
    Answer and solution

    Answer: C

    The Krishna River flows through Maharashtra, Karnataka, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh, but does not pass through Tamil Nadu.

  2. Q2 · History of Tamil Nadu

    Which Tamil king was known for his extensive patronage of art and literature and commissioned the construction of the Airavatesvara Temple at Darasuram?

    • A. Raja Raja Chola I
    • B. Rajaraja Chola II
    • C. Kulothunga Chola I
    • D. Rajendra Chola II
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    Rajaraja Chola II built the Airavatesvara Temple at Darasuram in the 12th century, showcasing the architectural brilliance of the Chola dynasty.

  3. Q3 · Freedom Struggle in Tamil Nadu

    The Vellore Mutiny, one of the earliest uprisings against British rule in Tamil Nadu, occurred in which year?

    • A. 1757
    • B. 1806
    • C. 1857
    • D. 1885
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    The Vellore Mutiny of 1806 was an early significant armed uprising against British rule in Tamil Nadu, predating the 1857 revolt.

  4. Q4 · Percentage

    A shopkeeper purchased an article for ₹2,400 and spent ₹600 on its repairs. If he sold it for ₹2,700, what is his loss percentage?

    • A. 5%
    • B. 10%
    • C. 12%
    • D. 15%
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    Total cost = ₹2,400 + ₹600 = ₹3,000. Loss = ₹3,000 - ₹2,700 = ₹300. Loss % = (300/3000) × 100 = 10%.

  5. Q5 · Area and Volume

    The radius of a cylindrical tank is 3.5 m and its height is 6 m. What is the volume of the tank? (Use π = 22/7)

    • A. 231 m³
    • B. 242 m³
    • C. 252 m³
    • D. 264 m³
    Answer and solution

    Answer: A

    Volume of cylinder = πr²h = (22/7) × 3.5 × 3.5 × 6 = 22 × 0.5 × 3.5 × 6 = 231 m³.

  6. Q6 · Dice

    A dice is thrown twice. What is the probability that the sum of the numbers on the top face is 9?

    • A. 1/9
    • B. 1/6
    • C. 1/12
    • D. 1/18
    Answer and solution

    Answer: A

    Favorable outcomes for sum = 9 are (3,6), (4,5), (5,4), (6,3) = 4 outcomes. Total outcomes = 36. Probability = 4/36 = 1/9.

  7. Q7 · Geography of India

    Which of the following pairs of rivers and their tributaries is correctly matched? 1. Godavari - Indravati 2. Krishna - Tungabhadra 3. Mahanadi - Wainganga 4. Narmada - Tapi

    • A. 1 and 2 only
    • B. 2 and 3 only
    • C. 1, 2 and 3 only
    • D. All of the above
    Answer and solution

    Answer: A

    Indravati is a tributary of Godavari and Tungabhadra is a tributary of Krishna. Wainganga is a tributary of Godavari, not Mahanadi. Tapi is an independent river, not a tributary of Narmada.

  8. Q8 · History of Tamil Nadu

    The Battle of Takkolam fought in 949 CE was a significant military engagement in Tamil Nadu's history. Which dynasties fought this battle?

    • A. Cholas and Pandyas
    • B. Rashtrakutas and Cholas
    • C. Pallavas and Chalukyas
    • D. Cheras and Cholas
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    The Battle of Takkolam was fought between the Rashtrakuta king Krishna III and the Chola king Parantaka I, resulting in a decisive victory for the Rashtrakutas.

  9. Q9 · Socio-Political Movements in Tamil Nadu

    Which socio-political movement in Tamil Nadu primarily advocated for social equality, rationalism, and the eradication of caste-based discrimination during the early 20th century?

    • A. Home Rule Movement
    • B. Self-Respect Movement
    • C. Non-Cooperation Movement
    • D. Khilafat Movement
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    The Self-Respect Movement, founded by Thanthai Periyar, focused on social justice, rationalism, and the abolition of caste discrimination in Tamil Nadu.

  10. Q10 · HCF and LCM

    Three buses arrive at a bus station at intervals of 18 minutes, 24 minutes, and 30 minutes respectively. If all three buses arrive together at 8:00 AM, when will they next arrive together?

    • A. 10:00 AM
    • B. 11:00 AM
    • C. 12:00 Noon
    • D. 2:00 PM
    Answer and solution

    Answer: D

    LCM(18,24,30)=360 minutes=6 hours. Adding 6 hours to 8:00 AM gives 2:00 PM. Verified by prime factorization: 2^3·3^2·5=360.

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