GE3252 Tamils and Technology Previous Year Question Papers - Anna University

UNIT 1 - Weaving and Ceramic Technology

Part A

• Define Black and Red Ware (BRW)
• What are graffiti symbols on potteries?
• Types of looms used in Sangam age

Part B

• Explain significance of graffiti symbols in Tamil artifacts
• Discuss weaving industry in Sangam age
• Explain literacy of Sangam people with evidence

UNIT 2 - Design and Construction Technology

Part A

• What are Hero Stones (Nadukal)?
• Stage construction features in Silappathikaram
• Define Indo-Saracenic architecture

Part B

• Explain stage construction techniques in Silappathikaram
• Discuss architecture of Mamallapuram temples and sculptures
• Explain evolution of architecture (Nayaka and European period)
• Describe structure and importance of Hero Stones

UNIT 3 - Manufacturing Technology

Part A

• Types of beads in ancient Tamil Nadu
• Metal resources in Sangam literature
• Define ancient coin minting

Part B

• Explain metallurgical skills of Tamils
• Discuss historical importance of coins
• Explain shipbuilding technology
• Describe bead-making industries with evidence

UNIT 4 - Agriculture and Irrigation Technology

Part A

• What is Kumizhi Thoompu?
• Define animal husbandry in Sangam period
• Types of irrigation systems

Part B

• Explain irrigation technologies (dams, tanks, ponds)
• Prove Tamil maritime knowledge with examples
• Describe agricultural and agro-processing skills

UNIT 5 - Scientific Tamil and Tamil Computing

Part A

• What is Sorkuvai project?
• Define Scientific Tamil
• Role of Tamil Virtual Academy

Part B

• Explain development of Scientific Tamil
• Discuss Tamil Virtual Academy and Digital Library
• Explain Tamil software and online dictionary development

Most Repeated / High-Weight Questions

Sangam weaving industry, graffiti symbols, Hero Stones, Mamallapuram architecture, Tamil metallurgical skills, irrigation technologies, maritime knowledge, Tamil Virtual Academy, Scientific Tamil development, bead-making industries.