THE SANGAM PERIOD (1st – 3rd Century AD )
The Sangam period is the most important period in South Indian history, especially in Tamil Nadu, from the 1st to the 3rd century AD. It is named after the literary gathering of Tamil poets that flourished under the patronage of the rulers during this period. It was during this period that the early political, social, cultural, and economic aspects were highlighted.
1. The third Sangam was held at –
Ans: Madurai. [UP PCS, 2006]
2. Which is called “The Bible of Tamil Land”?
Ans: Kural.
3. “Tolakappiyam” is related to –
Ans: Grammar.
4. The capital of Kadamba kings was –
Ans: Vanavasi. [UP PCS, 2005]
5. Which kingdom was the patron of Sangam, an assembly of Tamil poets?
Ans: Pandya.
6. Who was the founder of “Puhar” (Kaveri Pattanam)?
Ans: Karikala.
7. States and their emblems:
Ans:
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State |
Emblem |
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i) Chera |
Bow |
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ii) Chola |
Tiger |
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iii) Pandya |
Fish |
8. The “Paditrupputtu” is a collection of poems in the praise of which king?
Ans: Chera. [UGC NET/JRF, 2007]
9. The author of “Kural” or “Muppal,” a treatise on polity, ethics and social norms, was –
Ans: Tiruvalluvar.
10. Books and Authors:
Ans:
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Book |
Author |
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i) Tolkappiyam |
Tolakapiyyar |
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ii) Silppadikaram |
Ilango Adigal |
|
iii) Manimekalai |
Sittalai Sattanar |
|
iv) Sivaga Sindamani |
Tiruthakkatevar |
11. Who was the founder of the Pattini cult related to worship of goddess of chastity—Kannagi?
Ans: Senguttuvan.
12. Regions and their meanings:
Ans:
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Region |
Meaning |
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i) Kurinji |
Hilly backwoods or montane |
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ii) Palai |
Parched or arid zone |
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iii) Mullai |
Pastoral tract |
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iv) Marutam |
Wetland |
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v) Neithal |
Littoral / Coastal |