Daily Current Affairs - 2025-02-24
Q1The Tamil Nadu government recently launched a new scheme called 'Mudhalvar Marundhagam'. What is its primary objective?Options
AProvide skill development training to unemployed youth.BOffer generic medicines at subsidized rates.CEstablish smart classrooms in government schools.DDistribute free agricultural inputs to farmers.
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Correct answer
Offer generic medicines at subsidized rates.
Explanation
The 'Mudhalvar Marundhagam' scheme was launched by Tamil Nadu CM Stalin to provide generic medicines at subsidized rates through 1,000 pharmacies.
Q2According to recent announcements by Tamil Nadu Minister Thangam Thennarasu, to what period has the Iron Age in Tamil Nadu been traced back?Options
A1000 BCEB500 BCEC3000 BCED2000 BCE
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Correct answer
3000 BCE
Explanation
Tamil Nadu Minister Thangam Thennarasu announced that the Iron Age in Tamil Nadu has been traced back to 3000 BCE.
Q3What is Tamil Nadu's stance regarding the National Education Policy (NEP) and the imposition of Hindi, as recently highlighted by various reports?Options
ATamil Nadu fully adopts the NEP and promotes Hindi as the third language.BTamil Nadu partially adopts the NEP but allows local bodies to decide on Hindi.CTamil Nadu maintains its two-language policy and opposes Hindi imposition and NEP's language provisions.DTamil Nadu is open to adopting NEP if central funding increases significantly.
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Correct answer
Tamil Nadu maintains its two-language policy and opposes Hindi imposition and NEP's language provisions.
Explanation
Tamil Nadu has consistently upheld its two-language policy and explicitly opposed the imposition of Hindi and the language provisions within the National Education Policy (NEP), even at the risk of losing central education funding.
Q4By which year is India expected to be ready for the production of its first indigenous semiconductor chip?Options
A2024B2025C2026D2027
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Correct answer
2025
Explanation
Union Minister Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw stated that India's first indigenous semiconductor chip is expected to be ready for production by 2025.
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Q5What is India's global rank in terms of total renewable energy capacity?Options
AFirstBSecondCThirdDFourth
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Correct answer
Third
Explanation
India ranks third globally in renewable energy capacity.
Q6An integrated textile park, costing ₹880 crore, is planned to be set up in which district of Tamil Nadu?Options
ACoimbatoreBTiruppurCSalemDMadurai
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Correct answer
Salem
Explanation
A Government Order (GO) has been issued to set up an integrated textile park at a cost of ₹880 crore in Salem.
Q7Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin recently convened an all-party meeting to discuss a critical issue. What was the main topic of this discussion?Options
AThe impact of the upcoming 2026 Lok Sabha delimitation on Tamil Nadu's representation.BStrategies for attracting more foreign direct investment to the state.CThe implementation of the new State Education Policy.DMeasures to address the growing unemployment among youth.
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Correct answer
The impact of the upcoming 2026 Lok Sabha delimitation on Tamil Nadu's representation.
Explanation
CM M.K. Stalin called an all-party meeting to discuss the impact of the 2026 Lok Sabha delimitation on Tamil Nadu's representation, fearing a reduction in seats.
Q8What is the projected growth of India's space economy, as mentioned by Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh, from its current $8 billion to a few years ahead?Options
A$20 billionB$30 billionC$44 billionD$50 billion
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Correct answer
$44 billion
Explanation
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh stated that India's space economy is expected to increase five-fold from $8 billion to $44 billion in a few years.
Q9Which city in Tamil Nadu is home to the firm that developed a stage mounting adaptor for ISRO's semi-cryogenic propulsion project?Options
AChennaiBMaduraiCCoimbatoreDTiruchirappalli
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Correct answer
Coimbatore
Explanation
A Coimbatore firm successfully developed a stage mounting adaptor for ISRO's semi-cryogenic propulsion project.
Q10The Tamil Nadu government recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen economic ties with which state of the United States of America?Options
ACaliforniaBTexasCConnecticutDNew York
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Correct answer
Connecticut
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government inked a pact with Connecticut, USA, to strengthen economic ties.
Q11Which national welfare scheme, as per a recent report, will not receive additional funds from the Union Government in FY25?Options
APradhan Mantri Jan Dhan YojanaBAyushman BharatCMahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS)DPradhan Mantri Awas Yojana
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Correct answer
Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS)
Explanation
A report indicates that the Union Government will not release additional funds for the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS) in FY25.
Q12What significant ruling did the Madras High Court recently make regarding temple festivals?Options
AOnly temple trusts can organize festivals.BTemple festivals must be restricted to within temple premises.CTemple festivals must include all Hindus, without caste-based invitations.DGovernment permission is required for all temple processions.
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Correct answer
Temple festivals must include all Hindus, without caste-based invitations.
Explanation
The Madras High Court ruled that temple festivals must include all Hindus and that caste-based invitations are not allowed.
Q13Which prominent personality's foundation recently announced that it would train 100 poor students for TNPSC civil service exams?Options
AKamal HaasanBVijayCRajinikanthDSuriya
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Correct answer
Rajinikanth
Explanation
The Rajinikanth Foundation recently announced a plan to train 100 poor students for TNPSC civil service exams.
Q14India is set to launch its first private Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) later this year. How many new technologies is it expected to test during this mission?Options
A15B25C35D45
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Correct answer
35
Explanation
India's first private PSLV, set for launch later this year, is expected to test 35 new technologies.
Q15The Indian Ports Bill, 2025, recently backed by the Cabinet, is set to replace an existing law concerning ports. Approximately how old is the law it aims to replace?Options
A50 years oldB75 years oldC100 years oldD117 years old
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Correct answer
117 years old
Explanation
The Indian Ports Bill, 2025, is intended to replace a 117-year-old law.
Q16The Tamil Nadu government's recent decision to allow private operators to run buses and minibuses has led to concerns among which group of employees?Options
ATeachers' associationsBElectricity board workersCTamil Nadu State Transport Corporation (TNSTC) employeesDHealth department staff
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Correct answer
Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation (TNSTC) employees
Explanation
The move to allow private bus and minibus operations has sparked privatisation fears among TNSTC employees.
Q17The Madras High Court recently made a ruling regarding the Goods and Services Tax (GST) applicable to railway contracts. What percentage of GST was ruled in favour for these contracts?Options
A5%B12%C18%D28%
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Correct answer
12%
Explanation
The Madras High Court ruled in favour of applying a 12% GST for railway contracts.