| 1. The Sangam literature was developed during the 3 separate Sangams (literary meaning assembly), one each held under the patronage of Chola, Chera, and Pandya kings. |
| 2. Entire Sangam literature have been divided into two groups - Melkanakku (narrative) and Kilkannakku (didactic). |
| 3. Sangam literature comprises narrative and didactic verses on God and supernatural forces. |
| 4. The Sangam age (2 century BC - 3 century AD) witnessed large influx of Brahmins from North to South India who contributed significantly to the literary works. |
A) 1 only
B) 2 only
C) 1, 3 and 4 only
D) All of the above
Correct Answer: B
Solution :
All three sangams were held under the patronage of Pandyas Sangam literature, unlike vedic literature, was largely seculai literary work consisting of heroic kings, glorification of war and victories, code of conduct for kings and various social groups, social life of people and their occupation etc.The first to come down south were heterodox sects such as Jain, Buddhists, Ajeevikas etc, Though Brahmins first appeared in south during Sangam age, the came in large number only after 4 AD (under Pallavas).
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