Daily Current Affairs - 2025-02-18
Q1When is the Tamil Nadu State Budget for the fiscal year 2025-26 scheduled to be presented?Options
AMarch 1BMarch 7CMarch 14DMarch 21
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March 14
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu State Budget for the fiscal year 2025-26 is scheduled to be tabled on March 14.
Q2In which two cities did Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin recently lay the foundation stone for new TIDEL Parks?Options
ACoimbatore and SalemBMadurai and TiruchiCVellore and ThoothukudiDChennai and Hosur
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Madurai and Tiruchi
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Chief Minister M.K. Stalin unveiled the foundation stone for TIDEL Parks in Tiruchi and Madurai.
Q3What is the amount of relief announced by the Tamil Nadu government for over 5 lakh farmers affected by Cyclone Fengal?Options
A₹250 croreB₹300 croreC₹400 croreD₹500 crore
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₹500 crore
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government announced ₹500 crore in relief for over 5 lakh farmers affected by Cyclone Fengal.
Q4The Tamil Nadu government has consistently rejected which of the following national initiatives or policies?Options
AJal Jeevan MissionBNational Education Policy (NEP) and PM-Shri schemeCAdvanced Chemistry Cell (ACC) PLI SchemeDSoil Health Card Scheme
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National Education Policy (NEP) and PM-Shri scheme
Explanation
Tamil Nadu has rejected the National Education Policy (NEP), PM-Shri scheme, and Hindi imposition, leading to protests by the DMK and its allies.
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Q5The Supreme Court has recently directed a new supervisory panel to examine complaints and find a solution agreeable to both states regarding the Mullaperiyar dam dispute between Tamil Nadu and which other state?Options
AKarnatakaBAndhra PradeshCKeralaDPuducherry
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Kerala
Explanation
The Supreme Court has asked a new supervisory panel to examine Tamil Nadu's complaints about Kerala regarding the Mullaperiyar dam and find a solution agreeable to both states.
Q6What is the name of the satellite scheduled to be launched by India's first private PSLV, which aims to test 35 new technologies?Options
AChandrayaan-4BNISARCTDS-1DGaganyaan-1
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TDS-1
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India's first private PSLV is set to launch TDS-1, a satellite designed to test 35 technologies, marking a significant step for the private space sector.
Q7ISRO has developed a record-breaking piece of equipment for rocket solid propellants. What is it?Options
AWorld’s fastest liquid oxygen pumpBWorld’s largest vertical propellant mixerCIndia's first cryogenic engine testbedDReusable launch vehicle prototype
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World’s largest vertical propellant mixer
Explanation
ISRO has developed the world’s largest vertical propellant mixer for rocket solid propellants, a significant technological advancement.
Q8Under the Jal Jeevan Mission, how many women have been trained to test water quality using field testing kits?Options
A5 lakhB10 lakhC25 lakhD50 lakh
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25 lakh
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Under the Jal Jeevan Mission, 25 lakh women have been trained to test water quality using field testing kits, contributing to water security.
Q9What significant milestone is being celebrated for the Soil Health Card Scheme?Options
AFirst year anniversaryBFifth year anniversaryCA decade of its implementationDAchieving 100% farmer coverage
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A decade of its implementation
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The Soil Health Card Scheme is celebrating a decade of its implementation, highlighting its long-term impact on agriculture.
Q10What is the allocation made by the Tamil Nadu government to boost various fisheries infrastructure projects?Options
A₹120 croreB₹240 croreC₹360 croreD₹480 crore
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₹360 crore
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The Tamil Nadu government has allocated ₹360 crore to boost various fisheries infrastructure projects in the state.