Which of the following statement is correct with respect to the Sangam literature?

I. These texts were supposed to be composed and compiled in assemblies of poets.

II. The Sangam literature compiled in assemblies of poets were held in the city of Madurai.

The correct answer is Option 2. 

Key Points

• Sangam literature is a collection of Tamil literature that was composed between 300 BCE to 300 CE.
• The word 'Sangam' means 'assembly' in Tamil and refers to the literary assemblies or gatherings that were held during this period.
• The Sangam literature is divided into two categories:
• Ettuthogai - Eight Anthologies
• Pattupattu - Ten Idylls​

Additional Information

• The Ettuthogai consists of eight anthologies of poetry, which include love poems, moral poems, war poems, and other topics.
• The Pattupattu, on the other hand, are ten long poems that describe the life and times of the people of Tamil Nadu during the Sangam era.
• The Sangam literature is considered to be one of the richest and oldest traditions of Indian literature.
• It provides an insight into the culture, social life, and history of the Tamil people during the Sangam period.
• The literature reflects the way of life, the beliefs, and the customs of the people of ancient Tamil Nadu.
• The Sangam literature also highlights the importance given to education and learning during the period.