Q: (SSC/0)
question_subject:
History
question_exam:
SSC
stats:
0,30,68,33,30,34,1
keywords:
{'tamil literature': [1, 0, 0, 0], 'shilppadikaram': [1, 0, 0, 0], 'jainism': [4, 2, 7, 5], 'manimekhalai': [1, 0, 0, 0], 'hinduism': [0, 1, 0, 0], 'buddhism': [8, 0, 2, 2], 'glorious books': [1, 0, 0, 0], 'christianity': [1, 0, 0, 0]}
The correct answer is option 2, Buddhism. `Shilppadikaram` and `Manimekhalai` are two prominent works of Tamil literature, both written during the Sangam period. `Shilppadikaram` is an epic that narrates the story of Kovalan and Kannagi, while `Manimekhalai` is a Buddhist epic that tells the story of the eponymous heroine Manimekalai. These works are considered significant in Tamil literature for their rich storytelling, poetic language, and philosophical themes. While they are not directly religious texts, `Manimekhalai` includes Buddhist teachings and emphasizes the importance of compassion and the pursuit of enlightenment. The presence of Buddhism in these works indicates the influence of the religion during that period in Tamil Nadu.