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TNPSC Current Affairs – Monday, 13 January 2025

TNPSC Current Affairs • 13 Jan 2025

Published on: Monday, 13 January 2025

TNPSC current affairs for Monday, 13 January 2025 dials into the Tamil Nadu and national pulse with exam-ready clarity. The editors have distilled 10 crisp question-and-answer pairs, weaving the events through Daily Current Affairs - 2025-01-13 so that General Studies I, II, III, and the dedicated current affairs slot see the same narrative. Today’s batch explains why each headline matters, the cause-effect threads behind the policies, and how the stories feed into the schemes and science headlines you will see on the paper. Read it once, mark the anchor words that link people, policies, and dates, and then scroll straight to the quiz call-to-action; that second pass is when you turn reading into retrieval rather than letting the news slide away.

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Daily Current Affairs - 2025-01-13

Q1What is the name of ISRO's mission that recently achieved a satellite docking milestone, bringing two satellites within 3 meters of each other in space?

Options

AChandrayaan
BGaganyaan
CSpaDeX
DMangalyaan

Correct answer

SpaDeX

Explanation

ISRO's SpaDeX (Space Docking Experiment) mission recently achieved a significant milestone by successfully bringing two satellites within 3 meters of each other, demonstrating capabilities crucial for future space missions.

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Q2Who has recently taken charge as the new Chairman of ISRO, succeeding S. Somanath?

Options

AK. Sivan
BV. Narayanan
CA.S. Kiran Kumar
DMadhavan Nair

Correct answer

V. Narayanan

Explanation

Dr. V. Narayanan has recently taken charge as the new Chairman of ISRO, succeeding S. Somanath. He also assumed the role of Secretary, Department of Space and Chairman, Space Commission.

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Q3What is the total amount sanctioned by the Tamil Nadu government to improve 746 roads in rural areas?

Options

A₹525 crore
B₹862 crore
C₹1000 crore
D₹350 crore

Correct answer

₹862 crore

Explanation

The Tamil Nadu government has sanctioned ₹862 crore for the improvement of 746 roads in rural areas, aiming to enhance connectivity and infrastructure.

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Q4In which district was a new research institute for veterinary sciences recently inaugurated by Chief Minister M.K. Stalin?

Options

AMadurai
BCoimbatore
CSalem
DThanjavur

Correct answer

Salem

Explanation

Chief Minister M.K. Stalin inaugurated a research institute for veterinary sciences in Salem district, which will boost research and development in animal health.

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Q5What is the name of the cultural festival recently inaugurated by Chief Minister M.K. Stalin in Chennai?

Options

AChennai Art Festival
BChennai Sangamam - Namma Oor Thiruvizha
CPongal Vizha
DMarina Cultural Fest

Correct answer

Chennai Sangamam - Namma Oor Thiruvizha

Explanation

Chief Minister M.K. Stalin inaugurated the 'Chennai Sangamam - Namma Oor Thiruvizha' festival, celebrating Tamil Nadu's rich cultural heritage.

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Q6Which national health scheme saw an MoU signed between the National Health Authority and the Government of Odisha for its implementation?

Options

ANational Health Mission
BAyushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana
CPradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana
DJanani Shishu Suraksha Karyakram

Correct answer

Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana

Explanation

An MoU was signed between the National Health Authority and the Government of Odisha for the implementation of the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana, expanding its reach.

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Q7Which Ministry is associated with the Draft Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Rules, 2025?

Options

AMinistry of Home Affairs
BMinistry of Law and Justice
CMinistry of Finance
DMinistry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)

Correct answer

Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)

Explanation

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) organized a consultation meeting regarding the Draft Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Rules, 2025, highlighting its role in digital governance.

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Q8How much money, lost to cyber fraud, was recovered and returned to victims by Tamil Nadu's Cyber Crime Wing in 2024?

Options

A₹50.12 crore
B₹83.34 crore
C₹102.50 crore
D₹65.80 crore

Correct answer

₹83.34 crore

Explanation

Tamil Nadu's Cyber Crime Wing successfully recovered and returned ₹83.34 crore to victims of cyber fraud in 2024, demonstrating efforts to combat cybercrime.

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Q9Which festival is typically associated with a dip in air quality in Chennai, as recently reported?

Options

ADiwali
BChristmas
CBhogi
DNew Year's Eve

Correct answer

Bhogi

Explanation

Air quality in Chennai typically dips during Bhogi, a festival celebrated by burning old household articles, leading to increased particulate matter in the air.

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Q10Which city in Kerala is set to be included in the Union Government's water metro list after Edakochi and Kollam?

Options

AKochi
BThiruvananthapuram
CAlappuzha
DThrissur

Correct answer

Alappuzha

Explanation

Alappuzha in Kerala is set to be included in the Union Government's water metro list, expanding urban transport infrastructure in the state.

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