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TNPSC — Tamil Nadu History & Dravidian Movement
Cholas · Pallavas · Periyar · Kamarajar · Dravidam
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TNPSC — Tamil Culture & Literature
Sangam literature · Thiruvalluvar · Bharathiar · Music
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Constitution · Parliament · TN Legislature · Development
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General Science · TN geography · Current events
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TNPSC Group 1 Prelims Pattern
200 questions | 300 marks | 3 hours | Generally NO negative marking
- General Knowledge and Current Events — 25 questions
- Aptitude and Mental Ability — 25 questions
- History of India and Tamil Nadu — 50 questions
- Geography and Natural Resources — 25 questions
- Indian Polity — 25 questions
- Economics and Commerce — 25 questions
- Science and Technology / Social Issues — 25 questions
TNPSC Syllabus — Tamil Nadu-Specific Topics
Tamil Nadu History
- Ancient TN: Sangam age (3 Bs — Chera, Chola, Pandya kingdoms), Pallavas (Mahabalipuram, Kanchipuram), Cholas (Tanjavur, Brihadeeswara Temple — UNESCO, naval power in Southeast Asia), Nayaks of Madurai
- Later medieval: Vijayanagara and Madurai Nayaks, Maratha Thanjavur (1674), arrival of British and French, Pondicherry
- Modern TN: Dravidian movement — EV Ramasamy Periyar's Self-Respect Movement, Justice Party, Kamarajar (CM and Congress President), DMK formation (Annadurai), AIADMK (MGR, Jayalalithaa)
- Formation of Tamil Nadu: Madras State (1950), renamed Tamil Nadu in 1969
Tamil Culture and Literature
- Sangam literature: Thirukkural (Thiruvalluvar — 1330 couplets, universal wisdom, translated into 80+ languages), Purananuru, Akananuru, Tolkappiyam (earliest Tamil grammar)
- Saints and reformers: Bharathiar (freedom fighter and poet), Bharathidasan, Subramania Bharathi, Avvaiyar
- Classical arts: Bharatanatyam (classical dance), Carnatic music (Trinity — Tyagaraja, Muthuswami Dikshitar, Syama Sastri), Nadaswaram
- UNESCO heritage: Great Living Chola Temples (Brihadeeswara, Gangaikondacholapuram, Airavatesvara)
Tamil Nadu Economy and Geography
- Chennai: Detroit of India (automobile hub) — Hyundai, Ford, BMW assembly; IT hub (second after Bengaluru), textile city
- Agriculture: Rice (Kaveri delta), banana, sugarcane, cotton; TN leads in banana production
- Industries: Tiruppur (knitwear export capital), Salem steel plant, Tuticorin port, Cuddalore SIPCOT
- Geography: Western Ghats (west), Eastern Ghats (north-east), Kaveri river, Palghat (Palakkad) Gap, Gulf of Mannar
- TN schemes: Amma Canteens, Kalaignar Insurance scheme, Ungal Mann Ungal Makkal scheme, Dravidian model of governance
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between TNPSC Group 1, 2, 2A and 4?
Group 1: Senior posts (Deputy Collector, DSP) — Prelims + Mains + Interview. Group 2: Intermediate posts (Revenue Inspector, Junior Employment Officer) — Prelims + Mains (no interview for 2A). Group 4: Entry-level clerical posts (VAO, Typist) — single exam. Group 4 has largest number of vacancies.
Is there negative marking in TNPSC?
TNPSC Group 1 has no negative marking. Attempt all questions. Group 2, 2A and 4 also have no negative marking as of recent notifications. This makes TNPSC more aspirant-friendly — always attempt all questions.
Is TNPSC practice on ExamBharat free?
Yes. All TNPSC Group 1 Prelims practice questions on ExamBharat are 100% free. No registration required.
What is the age limit for TNPSC Group 1?
General: 21-32 years. OBC: up to 34 years. SC/ST/MBC/DC: up to 37 years. PwD: up to 42 years. SCA: up to 37 years. Age is calculated as of the date of notification.
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