Tamil Nadu Board - Class 1 previous year questions (PYQ)

2026 (1016 questions)

Q1.

What is the sum of 61 and 46?

(A)

107

(B)

108

(C)

106

(D)

117

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Q2.

Calculate 10 × 3.

(A)

30

(B)

32

(C)

27

(D)

40

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2025 (139 questions)

Q1.

In Social Science / Indian Studies, identify the historically and geographically correct fact regarding Sector of the Indian economy that includes agriculture, dairy, fishing, and forestry.

(A)

Tertiary Sector (Services & Banking)

(B)

Secondary Sector (Manufacturing & Industry)

(C)

Quaternary Sector (Research & Information)

(D)

Primary Sector, directly dependent on exploitation of natural resources

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Q2.

In English Language and Grammar, identify the grammatically correct sentence or rule regarding Active to Passive voice transformation: 'The government has constructed a new bridge across the river.'.

(A)

A new bridge has been constructed across the river by the government.

(B)

A new bridge is being constructed across the river by the government.

(C)

A new bridge was constructed across the river by the government.

(D)

A new bridge had been constructed across the river by the government.

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2024 (198 questions)

Q1.

Regarding Tamil (தமிழ் - சமச்சீர் கல்வி), which statement represents a core foundational principle of Importance of environmental conservation and biodiversity?

(A)

Maximizing industrial waste output

(B)

Accelerating deforestation for urban sprawl

(C)

Maintaining ecological equilibrium, nutrient cycling, and climate regulation

(D)

Eliminating apex predators from natural habitats

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Q2.

What is 74 minus 13?

(A)

61

(B)

66

(C)

62

(D)

60

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2023 (184 questions)

Q1.

In Social Science / Indian Studies, identify the historically and geographically correct fact regarding Tropic of Cancer ($23^\circ 30' \text{ N}$) passes through how many Indian States.

(A)

7 States

(B)

9 States

(C)

8 States (Gujarat, Rajasthan, MP, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Tripura, Mizoram)

(D)

6 States

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Q2.

In Social Science / Indian Studies, identify the historically and geographically correct fact regarding Soil type predominantly found in the Deccan Plateau trap region, ideal for cultivating cotton.

(A)

Red and Yellow Soil

(B)

Laterite Soil

(C)

Alluvial Soil

(D)

Black Soil (Regur Soil), rich in clayey material, lime, and moisture retention capacity

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2022 (142 questions)

Q1.

Calculate 5 × 3.

(A)

20

(B)

15

(C)

17

(D)

12

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Q2.

What is 94 minus 43?

(A)

50

(B)

52

(C)

56

(D)

51

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2021 (160 questions)

Q1.

In Social Science / Indian Studies, identify the historically and geographically correct fact regarding Highest peak in India located in the Karakoram range.

(A)

Nanda Devi (7,816 m)

(B)

K2 (Mount Godwin-Austen, 8,611 m)

(C)

Kanchenjunga (8,586 m)

(D)

Kamet (7,756 m)

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Q2.

In Social Science / Indian Studies, identify the historically and geographically correct fact regarding Sector of the Indian economy that includes agriculture, dairy, fishing, and forestry.

(A)

Secondary Sector (Manufacturing & Industry)

(B)

Quaternary Sector (Research & Information)

(C)

Primary Sector, directly dependent on exploitation of natural resources

(D)

Tertiary Sector (Services & Banking)

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2020 (169 questions)

Q1.

Regarding Tamil (தமிழ் - சமச்சீர் கல்வி), which statement represents a core foundational principle of Role of fundamental duties in the constitutional civic framework?

(A)

Fostering civic consciousness, preserving national integrity, and protecting the environment

(B)

Mandating foreign citizenship upon majority

(C)

Granting absolute immunity from civil laws

(D)

Allowing tax evasion under certain conditions

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Q2.

Tamil Nadu Heritage: What is the historical or architectural significance of 'Rhymes and Chants'?

(A)

Dravidian temple architecture, Tanjore Big Temple, Mamallapuram or Madurai Meenakshi (Rhymes and Chants)

(B)

Imaginary monument

(C)

Modern factory

(D)

None of these

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2019 (143 questions)

Q1.

In Social Science / Indian Studies, identify the historically and geographically correct fact regarding Central Bank of India established in 1935 responsible for monetary policy and currency issuance.

(A)

State Bank of India (SBI)

(B)

Reserve Bank of India (RBI)

(C)

Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)

(D)

NITI Aayog

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Q2.

In Social Science / Indian Studies, identify the historically and geographically correct fact regarding Soil type predominantly found in the Deccan Plateau trap region, ideal for cultivating cotton.

(A)

Laterite Soil

(B)

Alluvial Soil

(C)

Black Soil (Regur Soil), rich in clayey material, lime, and moisture retention capacity

(D)

Red and Yellow Soil

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2018 (152 questions)

Q1.

Water and Atmosphere: What is the most effective water conservation technique in 'Our Body and Senses'?

(A)

Rainwater harvesting (RWH) and traditional tanks (Eris) (Our Body and Senses)

(B)

Wasting water

(C)

Dumping waste

(D)

None of these

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Q2.

Calculate 9 × 9.

(A)

83

(B)

81

(C)

90

(D)

72

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2017 (162 questions)

Q1.

In Social Science / Indian Studies, identify the historically and geographically correct fact regarding Longest river in Peninsular India, often called the 'Dakshin Ganga'.

(A)

Krishna River

(B)

Narmada River

(C)

Cauvery River

(D)

Godavari River, originating from Trimbakeshwar near Nashik in Maharashtra

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Q2.

In Social Science / Indian Studies, identify the historically and geographically correct fact regarding Longest river in Peninsular India, often called the 'Dakshin Ganga'.

(A)

Krishna River

(B)

Godavari River, originating from Trimbakeshwar near Nashik in Maharashtra

(C)

Narmada River

(D)

Cauvery River

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2016 (138 questions)

Q1.

Calculate 4 × 4.

(A)

16

(B)

18

(C)

12

(D)

20

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Q2.

What is 41 minus 23?

(A)

17

(B)

18

(C)

19

(D)

23

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2015 (127 questions)

Q1.

In English Language and Grammar, identify the grammatically correct sentence or rule regarding Idiom meaning: 'Bite the bullet'.

(A)

To retreat from an impending danger

(B)

To eat something very hard

(C)

To shoot an accurate target

(D)

To face a difficult or unpleasant situation with courage and fortitude

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Q2.

In Social Science / Indian Studies, identify the historically and geographically correct fact regarding Fundamental Rights in the Indian Constitution are enshrined in which Part.

(A)

Part IV (Directive Principles of State Policy)

(B)

Part III (Articles 12 to 35)

(C)

Part IVA (Fundamental Duties)

(D)

Part II (Citizenship)

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