Q. The most favourite God of the Tamils during the Sangam Age was:
(a) Indra
(b) Murugan
(c) Tirumal
(d) Varuna
Ans: (b) Murugan
Explanation: The correct answer is (b) Murugan.
During the Sangam Age, Murugan, also known as Subramanya or Kartikeya, was the most favorite god of the Tamils. Murugan was a deity associated with youth, valor, and victory. He was revered as the god of war and the patron deity of the Tamil land. Murugan’s worship was widespread, and he was celebrated in Tamil literature and poetry of the Sangam period. His temples and festivals held great significance among the Tamil people during that time.