Q. The word ‘Sangam’ is associated in Tamil history with:
(a) The literature produced during the reign of the great Pallava dynasty of Kanchi
(b) The poems written in praise of the Pandyan kings of the early Christaian era
(c) The court poetry of Chola kings who were famous for patronizing artists
(d) A college or assembly (literary academy) of Tamil scholars held under the royal patronage of Pandyan kings at Madurai.
Ans: (d) A college or assembly (literary academy) of Tamil scholars held under the royal patronage of Pandyan kings at Madurai.
Explanation: The word ‘Sangam’ is associated in Tamil history with (d) A college or assembly (literary academy) of Tamil scholars held under the royal patronage of Pandyan kings at Madurai.
The Sangam period in Tamil literature is believed to have taken place during the rule of the Pandyan dynasty in ancient South India. The Sangam was a gathering or assembly of Tamil poets, scholars, and intellectuals who met to discuss and compose literature. These gatherings were held under the royal patronage of the Pandyan kings at Madurai, which served as the center of Tamil culture and learning during that time.
Therefore, the correct answer is (d) A college or assembly (literary academy) of Tamil scholars held under the royal patronage of Pandyan kings at Madurai.
