Q. Which of the following Tamil epics was composed around the sixth century AD?
Answer: Silappadikaram
Notes: The Silappadikaram is one of the twin Tamil epics, composed around the sixth century AD. It narrates the story of Kannagi and her quest for justice. The other epic, Manimekalai, was also composed during this period. Tolkappiyam, a grammar text, is considered older, while Pattupattu is a collection of poems from an earlier era.
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