Tamil Language
How many letters are in Tamil language?
247
Which of Kalki’s novels was based on the history of Raja Raja Cholan?
Ponniyin Selvan
Who served as the 11th President of India and played a pivotal role in the launch of the SLV-3 rocket?
APJ Abdul Kalam/Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam
What is known as the “Pearl City” in Tamil Nadu?
Thoothukudi
In which of these countries is Tamil not an official language? India, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Maldives
Maldives
Who wrote the Ramayana in Tamil?
Kamban
Who was responsible for the name change from Madras State to Tamil Nadu?
CN Annadurai (Anna)
Where was the 133ft tall Thiruvalluvar statue erected?
Kanyakumari
When was Tamil recognized as a ‘classical language’ by the Indian government?
2004
What is the most notable ancient piece of Tamil literature written by Chera Prince Ilango Adigal?
Silappathikaram
Which Tamil-born physicist won a Physics Nobel Prize in 1930 for his work on the scattering of light?
C.V. Raman/Chandrasekhara Venkata Raman
What is the highest point (elevation) in Tamil Nadu?
Doddabetta Peak [தொட்டபெட்டா]