Daily Current Affairs - 2025-02-19
Q1In which cities did Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin recently lay the foundation stone for the new 'Tidel Parks' to boost IT sector growth?Options
ACoimbatore and SalemBMadurai and TiruchyCThanjavur and TirunelveliDChennai and Hosur
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Madurai and Tiruchy
Explanation
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin recently laid the foundation stone for new 'Tidel Parks' in Madurai and Tiruchy, aimed at boosting the IT sector's growth in these regions.
Q2What new mandatory requirement has been announced by the Tamil Nadu government for the recruitment of teaching and non-teaching staff in educational institutions?Options
AHigher education qualificationsBPolice verification certificatesCDigital literacy certificationDMinimum 5 years of experience
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Police verification certificates
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government has made police verification certificates mandatory for the recruitment of teaching and non-teaching staff in all educational institutions across the state.
Q3Which Japanese electronics manufacturer recently leased a factory at the OneHub Chennai Industrial Park, signaling foreign investment in Tamil Nadu?Options
ASony CorporationBPanasonic HoldingsCMurata ElectronicsDToshiba Corporation
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Murata Electronics
Explanation
Murata Electronics, a Japanese electronics manufacturer, has recently leased a factory at the OneHub Chennai Industrial Park, indicating significant foreign investment and industrial growth in Tamil Nadu.
Q4The Madras High Court recently directed the Director of Medical Education to conduct awareness programs for updating medical professionals on which community's health issues?Options
ASenior citizensBRural womenCLGBTQ+ communityDChildren with disabilities
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LGBTQ+ community
Explanation
The Madras High Court directed the Director of Medical Education to conduct awareness programs for updating medical professionals on the specific health issues and needs of the LGBTQ+ community.
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Q5What is the primary reason behind the ongoing protests by DMK and its allies in Tamil Nadu against the Union government's National Education Policy (NEP)?Options
ALack of funding for state universitiesBIntroduction of the three-language formulaCCentralization of curriculum developmentDExclusion of Tamil as a classical language
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Introduction of the three-language formula
Explanation
The primary reason for the DMK and its allies' protests against the NEP in Tamil Nadu is the Union government's insistence on the three-language formula, which is seen as an attempt to impose Hindi.
Q6The Supreme Court recently praised public-private partnerships (PPPs) while giving a push to which significant sporting event in Chennai?Options
AChennai Open Tennis TournamentBChennai Formula 4 eventCMaha Marathon ChennaiDPro Kabaddi League matches
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Chennai Formula 4 event
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The Supreme Court recently put the Chennai Formula 4 event in top gear and hailed public-private partnerships as crucial for such initiatives.
Q7Which of the following bodies has launched the 'Technology Adoption Fund' to propel India's Space Technology innovations?Options
ADRDO (Defence Research and Development Organisation)BHAL (Hindustan Aeronautics Limited)CIN-SPACe (Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Centre)DCSIR (Council of Scientific & Industrial Research)
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IN-SPACe (Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Centre)
Explanation
IN-SPACe (Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Centre) has launched the 'Technology Adoption Fund' to foster and accelerate India's space technology innovations.
Q8What is the primary objective of the 'Green Shipping Conclave 2025' mentioned in recent news?Options
ATo promote tourism cruises in coastal areasBTo advance India’s Maritime Sustainability GoalsCTo expand cargo shipping routes globallyDTo enhance naval defense capabilities
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To advance India’s Maritime Sustainability Goals
Explanation
The 'Green Shipping Conclave 2025' is focused on advancing India’s Maritime Sustainability Goals, aligning with the vision of 'Viksit Bharat' and global environmental commitments.