The Travancore Kingdom

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Which dynasty ruled the Travancore Kingdom?

  1. Chera Dynasty

  2. Chola Dynasty

  3. Pandya Dynasty

  4. Travancore Dynasty


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Travancore Kingdom was ruled by the Travancore Dynasty, also known as the Venad Dynasty.

Who was the first ruler of the Travancore Kingdom?

  1. Marthanda Varma

  2. Anizham Thirunal Marthanda Varma

  3. Chithira Thirunal Balarama Varma

  4. Sree Chithira Thirunal


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Anizham Thirunal Marthanda Varma ascended to the throne in 1729 and is considered the founder of the Travancore Kingdom.

Which ruler of Travancore is known as the 'Maker of Modern Travancore'?

  1. Marthanda Varma

  2. Anizham Thirunal Marthanda Varma

  3. Chithira Thirunal Balarama Varma

  4. Sree Chithira Thirunal


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sree Chithira Thirunal, who ruled from 1931 to 1991, is widely regarded as the 'Maker of Modern Travancore' for his contributions to education, social reforms, and infrastructure development.

What was the capital of the Travancore Kingdom?

  1. Thiruvananthapuram

  2. Kochi

  3. Kollam

  4. Alappuzha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Thiruvananthapuram, also known as Trivandrum, served as the capital of the Travancore Kingdom.

Which language was the official language of the Travancore Kingdom?

  1. Malayalam

  2. Tamil

  3. Sanskrit

  4. English


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Malayalam was the official language of the Travancore Kingdom, reflecting the cultural and linguistic heritage of the region.

What was the primary religion practiced in the Travancore Kingdom?

  1. Hinduism

  2. Christianity

  3. Islam

  4. Buddhism


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hinduism was the predominant religion in the Travancore Kingdom, with a significant population of Christians and Muslims as well.

Which famous temple is located in the Travancore region?

  1. Padmanabhaswamy Temple

  2. Meenakshi Amman Temple

  3. Ranganathaswamy Temple

  4. Brihadeeswarar Temple


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Thiruvananthapuram is one of the most famous and wealthiest temples in India, known for its architectural beauty and religious significance.

What was the main economic activity in the Travancore Kingdom?

  1. Agriculture

  2. Trade

  3. Industry

  4. Tourism


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Agriculture was the primary economic activity in the Travancore Kingdom, with major crops including rice, coconut, and spices.

Which port city played a significant role in the trade and commerce of the Travancore Kingdom?

  1. Kochi

  2. Kollam

  3. Alappuzha

  4. Kozhikode


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Kollam, also known as Quilon, was a major port city in the Travancore Kingdom, facilitating trade with various regions.

Who was the last ruler of the Travancore Kingdom?

  1. Marthanda Varma

  2. Anizham Thirunal Marthanda Varma

  3. Chithira Thirunal Balarama Varma

  4. Sree Chithira Thirunal


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sree Chithira Thirunal, who ruled from 1931 to 1991, was the last ruler of the Travancore Kingdom.

In which year did the Travancore Kingdom merge with the Indian Union?

  1. 1947

  2. 1949

  3. 1950

  4. 1956


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Travancore Kingdom merged with the Indian Union in 1949, becoming part of the newly independent India.

Which state in modern India was formed primarily from the territory of the Travancore Kingdom?

  1. Kerala

  2. Tamil Nadu

  3. Karnataka

  4. Andhra Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The state of Kerala in modern India was formed primarily from the territory of the Travancore Kingdom, along with parts of the Malabar region and Cochin State.

What is the name of the famous dance form that originated in the Travancore region?

  1. Kathakali

  2. Bharatanatyam

  3. Kuchipudi

  4. Odissi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kathakali is a traditional dance form that originated in the Travancore region, known for its elaborate costumes, expressive movements, and storytelling elements.

Which famous poet and social reformer was born in the Travancore Kingdom?

  1. Rabindranath Tagore

  2. Mahatma Gandhi

  3. Jawaharlal Nehru

  4. Kumaran Asan


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kumaran Asan, a renowned poet and social reformer, was born in the Travancore Kingdom and is known for his contributions to Malayalam literature and social justice.

What was the name of the administrative division in the Travancore Kingdom?

  1. Taluk

  2. District

  3. Panchayat

  4. Nadu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The administrative division in the Travancore Kingdom was known as a Taluk, which was further divided into villages.

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