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Indian History and World History (Part-11)

📆 October 29, 2024

South India

Total Questions: 35

1. Who were the patrons of Sangama Literature? [S.S.C. Online Graduate Level (T-I) 31.08.2016 (Shift-III)]

Correct Answer: (c) Pandyas
Solution:Sangamas means ‘the meeting’.

In the Sangam age three Sangams were organized in South India under the patronage of the Pandya kings. Therefore, the Pandya rulers are called the patrons of Sangam literature.

Important Works and Authors:

WorkAuthorTheme
TolkappiyamTolkappiyarGrammar, ethics, love, society
PurananuruMany poetsWar, heroism, kings, society
AkananuruMany poetsLove and inner feelings
KuruntokaiMany poetsShort poems on love
SilappadikaramIlango AdigalEpic – story of Kannagi
ManimekalaiSattanarSequel to Silappadikaram, Buddhist theme

2. Which of the following statement is correct with respect to the Sangam literature? [S.S.C. Online CGL (T-I) 13.12.2022 (Shift-I)]

I. These texts were supposed to be composed and compiled in assemblies of poets.
II. The Sangam literature compiled in assemblies of poets were held in the city of Madurai

Correct Answer: (b) Both I and II
Solution:Some of the earliest works in Tamil, known as Sangam literature, were composed around 2300 years ago. These texts were called Sangam because they were supposed to have been composed and compiled in assemblies (known as sangams) of poets that were held in the city of Madurai.

Sangam literature is one of the main sources used for documenting the early history of the ancient Tamil country, be it the kings, rulers, poets, etc. The Sangam poets and the unknown Greeks were contemporaries.

Therefore, Both I and II are correct.

3. Bhakti Saint Andal, belonged to which of the following religious sects? [S.S.C. Online Constable GD 18.02.2019 (Shift-II)]

Correct Answer: (a) Vaishnava
Solution:The Bhakti saint Andal belonged to the South Indian Vaishnava religious sect.

She was one of the twelve Alvar saints.

She was also known as ‘Mira of the South’.

4. The female devotee, Andal belonged to which part of India? [S.S.C. Online CGL (T-I) 23.08.2021 (Shift-II)]

Correct Answer: (c) Southern
Solution:The Bhakti saint Andal belonged to the South Indian Vaishnava religious sect.

She was one of the twelve Alvar saints.

She was also known as ‘Mira of the South’.

5. Who among the following was NOT a Nayanar saint? [S.S.C. Online C.H.S.L. (T-I) 13.04.2021 (Shift-III)]

Correct Answer: (d) Andal
Solution:The Bhakti saint Andal belonged to the South Indian Vaishnava religious sect.

She was one of the twelve Alvar saints.

She was also known as ‘Mira of the South’.

Nayanars: Devotees of Shiva

  • They promoted Shaivism through emotional, devotional hymns.

  • Emphasized personal devotion over rituals and social status.

  • Worshipped Shiva in various forms.

Famous Nayanars:

NameContribution
ApparAlso called Tirunavukkarasar – wrote deeply philosophical hymns
SambandarChild prodigy, composed hymns at a young age
SundararPoet-saint, wrote passionate hymns to Shiva
ManikkavachakarKnown for Tiruvasagam, a masterpiece of Tamil devotional poetry

Alvars: Devotees of Vishnu

  • They spread Vaishnavism through heartfelt hymns.

  • Promoted devotion as a path to salvation, accessible to all.

  • Their songs praised Vishnu and his avatars (like Rama, Krishna)

Famous Alvars:

NameContribution
PeriyalvarComposed hymns in praise of Krishna
Andal (female)Only woman Alvar, known for her deep devotion to Vishnu
NammalvarMost prominent, philosophical and spiritual depth
Thirumangai AlvarSpoke of divine love and service to God

6. In which Indian language “Sangam Sahitya” is written? [S.S.C. Online Constable GD 22.02.2019 (Shift-I)]

Correct Answer: (c) Tamil
Solution:Sangamas means ‘the meeting’.

In the Sangam age three Sangams were organized in South India under the patronage of the Pandya kings. Therefore, the Pandya rulers are called the patrons of Sangam literature.

Important Works and Authors:

WorkAuthorTheme
TolkappiyamTolkappiyarGrammar, ethics, love, society
PurananuruMany poetsWar, heroism, kings, society
AkananuruMany poetsLove and inner feelings
KuruntokaiMany poetsShort poems on love
SilappadikaramIlango AdigalEpic – story of Kannagi
ManimekalaiSattanarSequel to Silappadikaram, Buddhist theme

7. In which of the following languages did Adikavi Pampa create his compositions? [S.S.C. Online MTS (T-I) 20.10.2021 (Shift-II)]

Correct Answer: (d) Kannada
Solution:Adikavi Pampa composed his works in the Kannada.

Two poems composed by Pampa are ‘Adipurana’ and ‘Vikramarjunvijay’ (Pump India). His period is called the golden age of Kannada literature.

8. The first important ruler to emerge from the Chola Dynasty was- [S.S.C. Online CHSL (T-I) 22.03.2018 (Shift-I)]

Correct Answer: (b) Rajaraja Chola
Solution:An important ruler to emerge from the Chola dynasty was Rajaraja Chola (985-1015 AD).

His original name was Arimolivarman.

He was an efficient administrator and a great builder.

He got all the land measured and fixed the proper tax accordingly. He created a standing army and a large navy.

9. Which of the following is the only correct pair as described by Chola inscriptions? [S.S.C. Online Graduate Level (T-I) 9.03.2020 (Shift-III)]

Correct Answer: (a) Pallichchhandam – land donated to Jaina institutions
Solution:The land donated, according to a mention by the Chola inscriptions to Pallichandam Jaina institutions,

the brahmadeya-land donated to the Brahmins,

the Vellanvagai land donated to non-Brahmin cultivators,

and Shalabhog- the land donated for the maintenance of the school is as described.

10. Which among the following categories of land mention in Chola inscription is not correctly paired? [S.S.C. Online MTS (T-I) 4.10.2017 (Shift-II)]

Correct Answer: (d) Vellanvagai-land donated to Jaina institutions
Solution:

Types of Land in the Chola Empire:

Tamil TermDescription
VellanvagaiLand owned by individual peasants who paid tax to the state
BrahmadeyaTax-free land donated to Brahmins; managed by Brahmin assemblies
Devadana / TiruṇṭaṇamLand gifted to temples; income used for temple maintenance and rituals
ShalabhogaLand assigned to educational institutions (like Ghatikas and Viharas)
Vellan KanmaiLand irrigated by tanks and managed collectively by village assemblies
PanchamapadamsLand of the untouchables/outcastes, not cultivated or used for residence
Chira NaduWetland used for paddy cultivation, typically in river-irrigated areas
Pun NaduDry land, less fertile, used for millets and other dry crops
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