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Which European power established trade ports in South India in the 17th century?
Which European power established trade ports in South India in the 17th century?
- Dutch
- British
- Portuguese (correct)
- French
Which dynasty ruled the Tamilakam region during the Sangam era?
Which dynasty ruled the Tamilakam region during the Sangam era?
- Maurya and Gupta
- Chera, Chola, and Pandya (correct)
- Maratha and Sikh
- Pallava and Vijayanagara
What was the administrative province of British India that controlled much of South India?
What was the administrative province of British India that controlled much of South India?
- Delhi Presidency
- Bombay Presidency
- Madras Presidency (correct)
- Bengal Presidency
After Indian Independence in 1947, what did the Madras State become?
After Indian Independence in 1947, what did the Madras State become?
How were the state borders of the region redrawn in 1956?
How were the state borders of the region redrawn in 1956?
According to Karl Marx, why are human beings considered social beings?
According to Karl Marx, why are human beings considered social beings?
What is the etymological origin of the word 'social'?
What is the etymological origin of the word 'social'?
How did Max Weber define 'social' human action?
How did Max Weber define 'social' human action?
What is the historical connection between the term 'socialism' and the 'social question'?
What is the historical connection between the term 'socialism' and the 'social question'?
What was the significance of the Italian Socii states in the etymology of the word 'social'?
What was the significance of the Italian Socii states in the etymology of the word 'social'?
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Who established trade ports in South India during the 17th century?
Who established trade ports in South India during the 17th century?
The Portuguese established trade ports in South India in the 17th century.
Which dynasties ruled the Tamilakam region during the Sangam era?
Which dynasties ruled the Tamilakam region during the Sangam era?
The Chera, Chola, and Pandya dynasties ruled the Tamilakam region during the Sangam era.
What was the administrative province of British India that controlled much of South India?
What was the administrative province of British India that controlled much of South India?
The Madras Presidency was a British administrative province that controlled much of South India.
What did Madras State become after Indian Independence in 1947?
What did Madras State become after Indian Independence in 1947?
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How were the state borders of the region redrawn in 1956?
How were the state borders of the region redrawn in 1956?
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Why are human beings considered social beings?
Why are human beings considered social beings?
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What is the etymology of the word 'social'?
What is the etymology of the word 'social'?
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How did Max Weber define 'social' human action?
How did Max Weber define 'social' human action?
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What is the historical connection between 'socialism' and the 'social question'?
What is the historical connection between 'socialism' and the 'social question'?
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What is the significance of the Italian Socii states in the etymology of the word 'social'?
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Study Notes
Tamil Nadu State
- Located in the southernmost part of India
- 10th largest Indian state by area and 6th largest by population
Geography
- Bordered by the Western Ghats and Deccan Plateau in the west
- Discontinuous Eastern Ghats in the north
- Fertile Eastern Coastal Plains along the Bay of Bengal in the east
- Gulf of Mannar and Palk Strait to the south-east
- Laccadive Sea at the southern cape of the peninsula (Kanyakumari)
- River Kaveri bisects the state
Borders
- Shares borders with Indian states: Kerala, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh
- Union territory of Puducherry
- International maritime border with Northern Province of Sri Lanka at Pamban Island
History
- Continuously inhabited by modern humans from 15,000 BC
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Test your knowledge of Tamil Nadu with this quiz! Explore the history, culture, and geography of the southern Indian state known for its rich heritage and the Tamil language. From famous landmarks to traditional festivals, see how much you know about Tamil Nadu.
