History · From State to Empire
UGC NET December 2021 History (Shift-II)
The most defining literary features of the Sangam tradition are: Choose the correct answer from the options given below.
- 1. Tamilakam
- 2. Puram
- 3. Prabandham
- 4. Akam
- 5. Sodh
A1 and 5 only
B2 and 3 only
C2 and 4 only ✓ Correct
D1 and 2 only
Correct answer: (C) 2 and 4 only — The correct features are 2 and 4 only.
Explanation
★The correct features are 2 and 4 only.
★The most defining literary features of the Sangam tradition are Puram and Akam.
★Sangam literature is broadly classified into Puram and Akam.
★Puram poetry deals with exploits and heroic deeds in the context of war and public life.
★Akam poetry deals with emotions and feelings in the context of romantic love and union.
★So the defining features are Puram and Akam.
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