Daily Current Affairs - 2025-01-31
Q1According to the Union Budget 2025, which of the following statements regarding Tamil Nadu's share of Central taxes is correct?Options
ATamil Nadu will receive a lower share than the previous year.BTamil Nadu will receive a higher amount as its share of Central taxes.CTamil Nadu's share remains unchanged, but specific project allocations have increased.DTamil Nadu's share is conditional upon achieving certain fiscal targets.
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Correct answer
Tamil Nadu will receive a higher amount as its share of Central taxes.
Explanation
The Union Budget 2025 states that Tamil Nadu is projected to receive a higher amount as its share of Central taxes.
Q2The Economic Survey 2024-25 highlighted Tamil Nadu's significant efforts in fostering which two key areas?Options
AAutomobile manufacturing and renewable energy.BFootwear manufacturing and education at the doorstep.CTextile industry and digital infrastructure development.DAerospace research and marine fisheries.
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Correct answer
Footwear manufacturing and education at the doorstep.
Explanation
The Economic Survey 2024-25 specifically commended Tamil Nadu's initiatives in promoting footwear manufacturing and implementing 'education at the doorstep' programs.
Q3The Water Resources Department (WRD) of Tamil Nadu is set to finalize a draft amendment by March for which key legislation concerning farmers?Options
ATamil Nadu Agricultural Land Tenancy Act, 1969BTamil Nadu Farmers Management of Irrigation Systems Act, 2000CTamil Nadu Agricultural Produce Marketing (Regulation) Act, 1987DTamil Nadu Land Reforms (Fixation of Ceiling on Land) Act, 1961
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Correct answer
Tamil Nadu Farmers Management of Irrigation Systems Act, 2000
Explanation
The Water Resources Department (WRD) of Tamil Nadu is planning to finalize a draft amendment to the Tamil Nadu Farmers Management of Irrigation Systems Act, 2000 by March.
Q4Namma Yatri, a ride-hailing application, recently partnered with auto drivers’ unions in which major city of Tamil Nadu?Options
ACoimbatoreBMaduraiCChennaiDTiruchirappalli
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Correct answer
Chennai
Explanation
Namma Yatri has joined hands with auto drivers’ unions in Chennai to expand its ride-hailing services.
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Q5What is the primary objective of the 'National Geospatial Mission' proposed to be set up by the Centre as per the Union Budget 2025?Options
ATo develop advanced satellite communication systems for rural areas.BTo promote international collaboration in space exploration.CTo enhance the use of geospatial data and technology in various government programmes.DTo establish a national network of meteorological observatories.
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Correct answer
To enhance the use of geospatial data and technology in various government programmes.
Explanation
The National Geospatial Mission aims to leverage geospatial data and technology to aid various government programmes across sectors, as highlighted in the Union Budget and Economic Survey.
Q6The Union Budget 2025-26 proposes to set up a 'Nuclear Energy Mission' for which specific purpose?Options
ATo enhance nuclear safety protocols in existing power plants.BFor research and development of Small Modular Reactors (SMR).CTo explore new sites for large-scale nuclear power projects.DTo promote public awareness about nuclear energy benefits.
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Correct answer
For research and development of Small Modular Reactors (SMR).
Explanation
The Union Budget 2025-26 announced the establishment of a Nuclear Energy Mission specifically for the research and development of Small Modular Reactors (SMR).
Q7What is the name of the new mission launched in the Union Budget 2025-26 for conserving India’s manuscript heritage?Options
AVirasat Suraksha MissionBGyan Bharatam MissionCSanskriti Sanrakshan YojanaDDharohar Pariyojana
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Correct answer
Gyan Bharatam Mission
Explanation
The Union Budget 2025-26 launched the 'Gyan Bharatam Mission' specifically for the conservation of India's manuscript heritage.
Q8Which of the following initiatives for education and innovation was announced in the Union Budget 2025?Options
AEstablishment of 50,000 new Atal Tinkering Labs and an AI Centre of Excellence.BUniversal access to digital textbooks for all primary school students.CA national scholarship program for students pursuing vocational training.DMandatory coding classes from Grade 1 across all schools.
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Correct answer
Establishment of 50,000 new Atal Tinkering Labs and an AI Centre of Excellence.
Explanation
The Union Budget 2025 announced the setup of 50,000 new 'Atal Tinkering Labs' and an 'AI Centre of Excellence' for education, with significant allocation increases for AI schemes.
Q9The Union Budget 2025 proposed a new social security scheme for which category of workers, along with support for e-shram registration?Options
AGovernment employeesBAgricultural labourersCGig workersDOrganized sector employees
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Correct answer
Gig workers
Explanation
The Union Budget 2025 included a proposal for a social security scheme specifically for gig workers, alongside support for e-shram registration.
Q10To boost micro-enterprises, what new credit facility was announced by FM Nirmala Sitharaman in the Union Budget 2025?Options
AUnsecured business loans up to ₹10 lakh.BCustomized credit cards with a ₹5 lakh limit.CInterest-free loans for technology adoption.DSubsidies for hiring new employees.
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Correct answer
Customized credit cards with a ₹5 lakh limit.
Explanation
FM Nirmala Sitharaman announced customized credit cards with a ₹5 lakh limit for micro enterprises as part of the Union Budget 2025 to support their growth.