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What is the earliest known reference to Kerala?

Malabar Keralaputra Tamilakam Travancore

The Ashoka Chakra, a symbol associated with Emperor Ashoka, represents what principles?

Courage and strength Righteousness and moral governance Wealth and prosperity War and conquest

Which ancient empire first mentioned Kerala in its records?

Roman Empire Chola Empire Mauryan Empire Pandya Empire

Which period is known for the arrival of Jewish immigrants and the visit of St. Thomas the Apostle to Kerala?

3rd century BCE 1st century CE 6th century CE 10th century CE

Which dynasty is credited with fostering the emergence of Malayalam as a distinct language?

Chola dynasty Pandya dynasty Kulashekhara dynasty Chera dynasty

Who was the ruler of Venad that successfully repelled Dutch expansion in Kerala?

Vasco da Gama Marthanda Varma Ravi Varma Kulashekhara Zamorin of Calicut

In which century did Vasco da Gama land near Calicut, marking the start of European intervention in Kerala?

14th century 15th century 16th century 17th century

Which European power replaced the Portuguese in Kerala during the 17th century?

British Dutch French Spanish

The present state of Kerala was formed in which year?

1947 1950 1956 1961

Which two states were merged to form the Travancore-Cochin state after India's independence?

Cochin and Malabar Travancore and Malabar Travancore and Cochin Cochin and Kasargod

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