Daily Current Affairs - 2025-02-07
Q1What did the Supreme Court recently rule regarding the powers of the Governor of Tamil Nadu concerning bills passed by the State Assembly?Options
AGovernors can indefinitely withhold assent to bills.BGovernors must provide reasons for withholding assent.CGovernors cannot sit on bills without communicating their decision.DGovernors have absolute discretion over state legislation.
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Governors cannot sit on bills without communicating their decision.
Explanation
The Supreme Court recently stated that the Governor cannot sit on bills passed by the State Assembly without communicating a decision, urging for a timely and clear response.
Q2Which significant renewable energy project, declared as India's largest single-location solar plant, was recently inaugurated in Tamil Nadu by CM Stalin?Options
AChennai Solar Power ParkBThoothukudi Thermal Solar Hybrid ProjectCIndia’s largest single-location solar plantDCoimbatore Wind-Solar Farm
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India’s largest single-location solar plant
Explanation
CM Stalin recently inaugurated India’s largest single-location solar plant in Tamil Nadu, marking a significant step in the state's renewable energy efforts.
Q3What is the name of the new initiative launched in Tamil Nadu to expand access to affordable medicines by opening 1,000 new outlets across the state?Options
AMakkal MarunthagamBUzhavar MarunthagamCMuthalvar Marunthagam (Chief Minister's Pharmacies)DAnna Marunthagam
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Muthalvar Marunthagam (Chief Minister's Pharmacies)
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government is set to open 1,000 Chief Minister’s Pharmacies (Muthalvar Marunthagam) across the state by February end to enhance access to affordable medicines.
Q4Which district in Tamil Nadu recently received two new industrial estates and an IT Park, as announced by CM Stalin, aiming to boost regional development?Options
ACoimbatoreBChennaiCMaduraiDTirunelveli
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Tirunelveli
Explanation
CM Stalin announced that Tirunelveli district will receive two more industrial estates and an IT Park to promote regional industrial and technological growth.
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Q5Which of the following is an upcoming major mission announced by ISRO, expected to launch in 2026?Options
AGaganyaanBMangalyaan-3CAditya-L2DShukrayaan-2
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Gaganyaan
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Union Minister Jitendra Singh announced that ISRO's Gaganyaan mission is scheduled for launch in 2026, alongside Samudrayaan in the same year and Chandrayaan-4 in 2027.
Q6What was the revised Repo Rate announced by the RBI Monetary Policy Committee in February 2025?Options
A6.00%B6.25%C6.50%D6.75%
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6.25%
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The RBI Monetary Policy Committee decided to cut the lending rate (Repo Rate) by 25 basis points to 6.25% in February 2025.
Q7The Union Cabinet recently approved the continuation and restructuring of which major national programme aimed at enhancing skill development across various sectors?Options
APradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas YojanaBSkill India ProgrammeCNational Skill Development MissionDDeen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana
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Skill India Programme
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The Cabinet has given its approval for the continuation and restructuring of the Skill India Programme, combining various skilling initiatives to enhance their effectiveness.
Q8What new facility has been introduced in Tamil Nadu to improve emergency medical services, allowing citizens to monitor the movement of 108 ambulances?Options
ADrone surveillance of ambulancesBMobile phone tracking of 108 ambulancesCGPS-enabled public transportDDedicated ambulance helipads
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Mobile phone tracking of 108 ambulances
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Tamil Nadu has introduced a new feature that allows citizens to track the movement of 108 ambulances on their mobile phones, enhancing transparency and efficiency in emergency response.
Q9According to recent data, what was the significant number of Aadhaar authentications recorded in January 2025, reflecting the growth of India's digital economy?Options
AOver 100 CroreBOver 200 CroreCOver 284 CroreDOver 350 Crore
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Over 284 Crore
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Over 284 Crore Aadhaar authentications were recorded in January 2025, indicating a 32% year-on-year jump and the integral role of Aadhaar in India's growing digital economy.
Q10India recently achieved a significant milestone in its renewable energy sector. What was this achievement?Options
AAchieving 50 GW wind power capacity.BAchieving 100 GW solar power capacity.CBecoming the world's largest producer of hydroelectricity.DInaugurating its first commercial nuclear fusion plant.
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Achieving 100 GW solar power capacity.
Explanation
India has achieved a historic milestone of 100 GW solar power capacity, demonstrating significant progress in its renewable energy targets.
Q11What issue is causing difficulties for students in Tamil Nadu regarding their eligibility for government jobs, as recently highlighted?Options
ALack of adequate training facilitiesBDelays in Equivalence certificationCInsufficient job vacanciesDUnavailability of online application portals
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Delays in Equivalence certification
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Students in Tamil Nadu are reportedly struggling with government job eligibility due to significant delays in obtaining Equivalence certifications for their degrees.
Q12What concerning environmental phenomenon was recently observed along the Tamil Nadu coast, involving a surge in wildlife fatalities?Options
AMass fish migrationBBlooming of red tide algaeCIncrease in dead sea turtlesDUnusual bird migrations
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Increase in dead sea turtles
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A surge of dead sea turtles was recently observed along the Tamil Nadu coast, raising concerns about marine environmental health.
Q13The Tamil Nadu Police recently held discussions with officials from which Union Ministry to strategize on curbing 'cyber slavery'?Options
AMinistry of Home AffairsBMinistry of External AffairsCMinistry of Electronics and Information TechnologyDMinistry of Labour and Employment
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Ministry of External Affairs
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The Tamil Nadu police met with officials from the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) to coordinate efforts and develop strategies to curb cyber slavery.