2019 · Q59
Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the code given below the lists: List-I List-II (Ethnic (Related Territorial Occupational Segment) Pattern) A. Maruta Makkal
- 1Pastoralists B. Kuravan Makkal
- 2Fishing people C. Mullai Makkal
- 3Ploughmen D. Neytal Makkal
- 4Hill people Code : A B C D
General KnowledgeStatic General Awareness
- A3 1 4 2
- B2 1 4 3
- C3 4 1 2
- D2 4 1 3
Explanation
In the Sangam tinai (ecological) classification: Marutam (wetland/riverine tract) — ploughmen; Kurinji (hills) — hill people (Kuravar); Mullai (forest/pastoral tract) — pastoralists; Neytal (coast) — fishing people. So A-3, B-4, C-1, D-2, which is the given code. This five-fold tinai division of land, people and occupation is a hallmark of Sangam literature.