Daily Current Affairs - 2025-01-27
Q1What was the primary reason cited by Tamil Nadu for requesting the release of Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS) funds from the Union government?Options
ATo fund new infrastructure projectsBTo settle pending wage arrears for workersCTo invest in agricultural researchDTo support urban development initiatives
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Correct answer
To settle pending wage arrears for workers
Explanation
Tamil Nadu Finance Minister Thangam Thennarasu requested the Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to release ₹6,000 crore in MGNREGS funds owed to the State, primarily to settle pending wage arrears for workers.
Q2Where is Tamil Nadu's first dedicated wildlife rescue, treatment, and rehabilitation centre being established?Options
AMudumalai Tiger ReserveBSirumugai forest range near CoimbatoreCGulf of Mannar Marine National ParkDAnamalai Tiger Reserve
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Correct answer
Sirumugai forest range near Coimbatore
Explanation
Tamil Nadu's first wildlife rescue, treatment, and rehabilitation centre is being readied in the Sirumugai forest range near Coimbatore.
Q3What did the Madras High Court recently order regarding permanent flagpoles erected by political parties and organizations in public spaces across Tamil Nadu?Options
ATo allow them with prior government approvalBTo remove all such flagpolesCTo relocate them to designated private areasDTo paint them in neutral colors
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Correct answer
To remove all such flagpoles
Explanation
The Madras High Court, through its Madurai Bench, ordered the removal of all permanent flagpoles erected by political parties and organizations from public spaces across Tamil Nadu.
Q4Which major multinational company operating in Tamil Nadu recently saw the official registration of its first workers' union after a seven-month struggle?Options
AHyundai Motor IndiaBFoxconn IndiaCSamsung IndiaDRenault-Nissan
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Correct answer
Samsung India
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government recently approved the registration of the Samsung India Workers Union, following a seven-month struggle by the employees.
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Q5What was the primary reason behind the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister crediting the people's protest for the cancellation of a federal tungsten mining project in Madurai's heritage site?Options
AConcerns over environmental damageBThreat to the region's cultural and historical heritageCEconomic non-viability of the projectDLack of advanced mining technology
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Correct answer
Threat to the region's cultural and historical heritage
Explanation
The tungsten mining project in Madurai was cancelled due to strong public protests, with the Chief Minister crediting the people's participation. The concern was largely about the potential damage to Madurai's rich cultural and historical heritage, as the mining was planned near a heritage site.
Q6Which satellite was successfully launched by ISRO as its 100th mission from Sriharikota in early 2025, primarily to enhance India's regional satellite navigation system (NavIC)?Options
AChandrayaan-3BNVS-02CEOS-06DGaganyaan
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Correct answer
NVS-02
Explanation
ISRO successfully launched its 100th mission from Sriharikota in early 2025, placing the NVS-02 navigation satellite into orbit using the GSLV-F15 rocket. This satellite is crucial for enhancing India's NavIC system, which provides regional navigation services.
Q7Who was recently honored with the Padma Shri award for his innovative work in developing new varieties of apples suitable for warmer climates, earning him the moniker "The Apple Man of India"?Options
ADr. M. S. SwaminathanBHariman SharmaCSubhash PalekarDRajendra Singh
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Correct answer
Hariman Sharma
Explanation
Hariman Sharma, known as 'The Apple Man of India,' was awarded the Padma Shri for his pioneering efforts in developing apple varieties that can grow in warmer regions, a significant innovation for Indian agriculture.
Q8Which digital mobility platform recently launched its cab and autorickshaw services in Tiruchi, aiming to offer transparent and commission-free rides?Options
AOlaBUberCRapidoDNamma Yatri
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Correct answer
Namma Yatri
Explanation
Namma Yatri, a digital mobility platform, recently commenced its cab and autorickshaw services in Tiruchi, focusing on transparent and commission-free operations.
Q9The Department of Consumer Affairs, Government of India, recently notified the Draft Legal Metrology (Indian Standard Time) Rules, 2025. What is the primary objective of these rules?Options
ATo regulate the sale of digital clocksBTo synchronize time across IndiaCTo establish a new time zone for specific regionsDTo promote the use of traditional timekeeping methods
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Correct answer
To synchronize time across India
Explanation
The Draft Legal Metrology (Indian Standard Time) Rules, 2025, notified by the Department of Consumer Affairs, aim to synchronize time across India, ensuring consistency in time measurements.
Q10According to recent projections, what is the anticipated contribution of India's digital economy to the national income by the fiscal year 2029-30?Options
AOne-tenthBOne-fifthCOne-fourthDOne-third
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Correct answer
One-fifth
Explanation
Projections indicate that India's digital economy is expected to contribute one-fifth of the national income by 2029-30, highlighting its rapid growth and importance.