TNPSC Naladiyar (நாலடியார்) Quiz & Study Notes 2026
TNPSC Naladiyar Quiz
நாலடியார்
Author: 8000 Jain Saints (சமண முனிவர்கள்) | Post-Sangam
Practice TNPSC Naladiyar (நாலடியார்) questions with detailed answers
and explanations. This quiz covers important topics from Naladiyar by 8000 Jain Saints
that are frequently asked in TNPSC Group 1, Group 2, Group 2A, and Group 4 examinations.
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Author: 8000 Jain Saints (சமண முனிவர்கள்)
Period: Post-Sangam
Category: Patinenkilkanakku (Eighteen Minor Works)
Religion/Philosophy: Jainism
Verse Count: 400
TNPSC Relevance: Frequently asked in Group 1, 2, 2A, 4 exams
About Naladiyar (நாலடியார்)
Naladiyar belongs to the Patinenkilkanakku (Eighteen Minor Works) category of Tamil literature. It contains 400 quatrains (four-line verses). The work is divided into: Aram, Porul, Kamam. It is associated with Jainism philosophy. Key themes include: ethics, renunciation, impermanence.
Key Facts for TNPSC Exams
- Author: 8000 Jain Saints (சமண முனிவர்கள்)
- Period: Post-Sangam
- Contains 400 quatrains (four-line verses)
- 3 divisions: Aram, Porul, Kamam
- Also known as: Vellala Vedam
- Naaladi means four lines/feet
- Called Vellala Vedam for its moral authority
- Teaches impermanence of wealth and life
TNPSC Naladiyar MCQ Quiz (7 Questions)
Test your knowledge with these exam-pattern questions about Naladiyar. Click each question to reveal the answer and explanation.
Q1. Which statement about Naladiyar is TRUE?
Q2. Naladiyar belongs to which category of Tamil literature?
Q3. Which religion/philosophy does Naladiyar primarily promote?
Q4. Which of the following is NOT part of Patinenkilkanakku?
Q5. Which statement about Naladiyar is TRUE?
Q6. How many quatrains (four-line verses) are in Naladiyar?
Q7. Who wrote Naladiyar?
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who wrote Naladiyar?
A: Naladiyar (நாலடியார்) was written by 8000 Jain Saints (சமண முனிவர்கள்).
Q: Is Naladiyar important for TNPSC exams?
A: Yes, Naladiyar is frequently tested in TNPSC Group 1, 2, 2A, and 4 examinations under the General Tamil section.
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