Daily Current Affairs - 2025-01-07
Q1Farmers in Tamil Nadu are urging for increased budget allocation to promote which type of farming?Options
AOrganic farmingBHydroponicsCPrecision farmingDContract farming
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Correct answer
Organic farming
Explanation
Tamil Nadu farmers have requested more budget allocation for organic farming to support sustainable agricultural practices.
Q2Who has recently been appointed as the new Chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), hailing from Tamil Nadu?Options
AA. S. Kiran KumarBK. SivanCV. NarayananDS. Somanath
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Correct answer
V. Narayanan
Explanation
V. Narayanan, a rocket scientist from Tamil Nadu and an expert in cryogenic engines, has been appointed as the new ISRO Chairman, succeeding S. Somanath.
Q3Fishermen in Tamil Nadu are concerned about the declining size of which fish species and are seeking government intervention to prevent juvenile fishing?Options
ATunaBSardinesCPrawnsDMackerel
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Correct answer
Sardines
Explanation
Fishermen in Tamil Nadu are worried about the small size of sardines caught and are requesting government intervention to curb juvenile fishing, which impacts future stock.
Q4The Nilgiris district administration recently issued an advisory urging residents and tourists with flu-like symptoms to wear masks due to the spread of which virus?Options
ANipah virusBH1N1 virusCHMPV virusDDengue virus
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HMPV virus
Explanation
The Nilgiris district administration issued an advisory due to the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) virus, urging people with flu-like symptoms to wear masks as a precautionary measure.
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Q5Which of the following missions are stated as priorities by the newly appointed ISRO Chairman, V. Narayanan?
1. Gaganyaan
2. Chandrayaan-4
3. India's own Space Station
4. NISAROptions
A1, 2, and 3 onlyB1, 2, and 4 onlyC2, 3, and 4 onlyDAll of the above
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Correct answer
1, 2, and 3 only
Explanation
V. Narayanan has listed Gaganyaan, Chandrayaan-4, and establishing India's own space station as his top priorities. NISAR is a joint mission with NASA, not solely an ISRO priority.
Q6Which specific crop's seeds recently demonstrated successful germination under microgravity conditions during an ISRO space agriculture experiment aboard PSLV-C60?Options
ARiceBWheatCCowpeaDLentil
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Correct answer
Cowpea
Explanation
ISRO achieved a milestone with cowpea seeds successfully germinating under microgravity aboard PSLV-C60, demonstrating a breakthrough in space agriculture.
Q7What is the name of ISRO's ambitious experiment designed to demonstrate in-orbit rendezvous and docking technology, often referred to as 'space handshake'?Options
AChandrayaanBGaganyaanCSpaDeXDMangalyaan
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Correct answer
SpaDeX
Explanation
SpaDeX (Space Docking Experiment) is ISRO's mission to demonstrate advanced in-orbit rendezvous and docking capabilities, crucial for future space station operations.
Q8ISRO recently demonstrated robotic technology to successfully achieve which of the following in space?Options
ADeploying satellitesBCapturing space debrisCRefuelling spacecraftDInterplanetary travel
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Correct answer
Capturing space debris
Explanation
ISRO demonstrated robotic technology by successfully capturing space debris with a robotic arm, which is crucial for orbital sustainability.
Q9Union Minister Nitin Gadkari recently announced a nationwide cashless treatment scheme for which specific group of individuals?Options
ASenior citizensBRoad accident victimsCBPL familiesDGovernment employees
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Correct answer
Road accident victims
Explanation
Nitin Gadkari announced a nationwide cashless treatment scheme for victims of road accidents, ensuring timely and free medical care.
Q10The NISAR mission, set for launch in March, is a joint Earth observation satellite mission between ISRO and which other international space agency?Options
AEuropean Space Agency (ESA)BJapan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA)CRoscosmosDNational Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
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Correct answer
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
Explanation
NISAR (NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar) is a joint mission between NASA and ISRO to observe Earth's changing ecosystems and ice sheets.
Q11The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) recently lifted lending restrictions on which two micro finance institutions?Options
AMuthoot Finance and Manappuram FinanceBAshirvad Micro Finance and DMI FinanceCS.P. Financial and Janalakshmi FinancialDUjjivan Small Finance Bank and Equitas Small Finance Bank
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Ashirvad Micro Finance and DMI Finance
Explanation
RBI lifted lending restrictions on Ashirvad Micro Finance and DMI Finance, allowing them to resume normal operations.
Q12Which new draft rules, released in 2025, prioritize India's commitment to citizen-centric governance?Options
ADigital India RulesBE-Governance RulesCDigital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025DNational Cyber Security Rules
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Correct answer
Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025
Explanation
The Draft Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025, prioritize India's commitment to citizen-centric governance, focusing on safeguarding personal data.
Q13IndiaAI has partnered with which global technology giant to harness the potential of Artificial Intelligence for inclusive development and economic transformation?Options
AGoogleBIBMCMicrosoftDAmazon
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Correct answer
Microsoft
Explanation
IndiaAI and Microsoft have joined hands to leverage Artificial Intelligence for inclusive development and economic transformation, promoting wider adoption of AI.
Q14Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal announced major projects with an investment of ₹57,000 crores to boost capacity at which significant Indian port?Options
AVisakhapatnam PortBParadip PortCMumbai PortDKandla Port
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Correct answer
Kandla Port
Explanation
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal announced major projects worth ₹57,000 crores to enhance capacity at Kandla Port, aiming to make it a global shipping hub.
Q15Which ISRO mission recently released its first scientific data, providing insights into solar activities?Options
AChandrayaan-3BGaganyaanCAditya-L1DMangalyaan
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Correct answer
Aditya-L1
Explanation
ISRO's Aditya-L1 solar observatory recently released its first scientific data, providing crucial observations of the Sun's atmosphere and solar wind.
Q16Which city's Regional Meteorological Centre is slated to enhance its observation network across the southern states, improving weather forecasting?Options
ABengaluruBHyderabadCChennaiDKochi
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Chennai
Explanation
The Regional Meteorological Centre, Chennai, is boosting its observation network across the southern States to provide more accurate and timely weather forecasts.
Q17To prevent accidents at identified 'black spots' on the Chennai-Bengaluru Highway, what safety measure is the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) installing?Options
ASpeed camerasBWarning signsCSteel railingsDRumble strips
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Correct answer
Steel railings
Explanation
NHAI is installing steel railings at black spots on the Chennai-Bengaluru Highway to prevent accidents and enhance road safety.