Question 1

The first Malayalam dictionary was compiled by

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Herman Gundert, a German missionary and scholar, compiled the first Malayalam dictionary in the 19th century, significantly contributing to the development of Malayalam literature and language studies.

Question 2

Who wrote 'Thirukural'

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Thirukural, a classic Tamil text consisting of 1,330 couplets or Kurals, was authored by Thiruvalluvar, a celebrated Tamil poet and philosopher.

Question 3

Bolgatti Palace was built by

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Bolgatti Palace was built by the Dutch in 1744 on Bolgatty Island in Kochi, Kerala, India.

Question 4

Who was the first viceroy of the Portuguese in the East

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Francisco de Almeida was appointed as the first Viceroy of the Portuguese in the East in 1505, establishing a more formal and organized governance structure for Portuguese territories in Asia.

Question 5

Who was first Dutch Admiral to reach Kerala

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Stevan van Der Hagen was the first Dutch admiral to reach Kerala in 1604, marking the beginning of Dutch involvement in the region.

Question 6

The Malabar Rebellion was started in

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The Malabar Rebellion, also known as the Mappila Rebellion, started in 1921 in the Malabar region of Kerala, India, as a revolt against British authority and feudal landlords.

Question 7

Who was first author of "Kerala Simham"?

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Sardar K.M. Panikar was the first author of "Kerala Simham," a historical work that highlights the life and achievements of Kerala Varma Pazhassi Raja, a warrior prince and a prominent figure in the history of Kerala.

Question 8

What was the real name of Chattambi Swamikal

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Chattambi Swamikal's real name was Kunjan Pillai. He was a prominent spiritual leader and social reformer in Kerala, India, during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Question 9

Salt Satyaghraha was started in Kerala from

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Salt Satyagraha in Kerala was started from Kollam.

Question 10

The first General Election in Travencore was held in

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The first General Election in Travancore was held in 1948, marking a significant step towards democratic governance in the region.

Question 11

Velu Thampi Dalawa, who Proclaimed, Kundara Proclamation in the year 1809 committed suicide at

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Velu Thampi Dalawa, a prominent figure in the Indian history for his role in the revolt against the British East India Company, committed suicide at Mannadi. This event occurred after the failure of the uprising he led, known as the Kundara Proclamation in 1809, which aimed at expelling the British from the Indian subcontinent.

Question 12

When was Kozhikode city established?

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Kozhikode, also known as Calicut, was established in 1295.

Question 13

Which was the first authoritative work in Malayalam Grammer?

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Kerala Pananiyeem is considered the first authoritative work in Malayalam grammar.

Question 14

What is the importance of 1836 in the History of Travancore

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The first census in Travancore was conducted in 1836, marking an important event in the history of the region by providing a systematic count of its population for the first time.

Question 15

Who was the head of the Navy Force of Zamorin

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Kunjalimarakkar was the title given to the naval chiefs of the Zamorin of Calicut, and they were responsible for commanding the naval forces.

Question 16

Who was popularly known as the "Jhansi of Travancore"

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Accama Cheriyan was popularly known as the "Jhansi of Travancore" for her role in the Indian independence movement, particularly for her leadership in the 1942 Quit India Movement in the princely state of Travancore.

Question 17

The first stock exchange of kerala was started at kochi in

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Question 18

Who introduced coconut Cultivation Commercially in Kerala

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The Portuguese introduced coconut cultivation commercially in Kerala during their colonial rule in India. They played a significant role in the spread of coconut cultivation for commercial purposes, not just in Kerala but also in other parts of the world.

Question 19

Father of Library Mvt. In Kerala

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P.N. Panikar is widely recognized as the Father of the Library Movement in Kerala due to his significant contributions to the development of library networks and literacy programs in the state.

Question 20

The Mvt. That led to the formation of the first PSC in the state of Travancore was

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Quiz 1: Keralas History and Culture