Daily Current Affairs - 2025-02-25
Q1What is the target investment in data centres in Tamil Nadu, as announced by CM Stalin during a recent inauguration?Options
A₹25,000 croreB₹30,000 croreC₹50,000 croreD₹75,000 crore
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Correct answer
₹50,000 crore
Explanation
CM Stalin inaugurated data centre projects in Tamil Nadu with an aim to attract ₹50,000 crore investment and create 9,500 jobs. CtrlS also launched a data centre park in Chennai.
Q2According to recent archaeological findings and statements by Minister Thangam Thennarasu, what is the newly proposed antiquity of the Iron Age in Tamil Nadu?Options
A1000 BCEB1500 BCEC2000 BCED3000 BCE
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3000 BCE
Explanation
Tamil Nadu Minister Thangam Thennarasu stated that new archaeological finds could date Tamil Nadu's Iron Age back to 3000 BCE, potentially rewriting India's Iron Age timeline.
Q3Which civic body in Tamil Nadu recently announced its decision to stop construction activities that contribute significantly to pollution?Options
ACoimbatore CorporationBMadurai CorporationCChennai CorporationDSalem Corporation
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Correct answer
Chennai Corporation
Explanation
The Chennai Corporation has decided to stop construction activities that are identified as major contributors to pollution in the city.
Q4Tamil Nadu recently signed a pact worth ₹5,000 crore with which company for non-leather footwear manufacturing projects?Options
ANikeBEvervan KothariCAdidasDBata
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Correct answer
Evervan Kothari
Explanation
Tamil Nadu signed a pact with Evervan Kothari for non-leather footwear manufacturing projects, bringing in an investment of ₹5,000 crore.
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Q5How much compensation was recently provided to Tamil Nadu farmers for crop damages, as announced by Minister Panneerselvam?Options
A₹1,000 croreB₹1,250 croreC₹1,542 croreD₹2,000 crore
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Correct answer
₹1,542 crore
Explanation
Minister Panneerselvam announced that ₹1,542 crore has been provided as compensation to farmers in Tamil Nadu for crop damages.
Q6Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin recently convened an all-party meeting to discuss the implications of which upcoming national process?Options
AImplementation of the Uniform Civil CodeBDelimitation of Lok Sabha constituencies in 2026CIntroduction of a new GST regimeDPrivatization of public sector undertakings
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Correct answer
Delimitation of Lok Sabha constituencies in 2026
Explanation
CM M.K. Stalin called an all-party meeting to discuss the impact of the 2026 Lok Sabha delimitation, which has raised concerns among various parties including the CPI regarding the potential reduction of Tamil Nadu’s Lok Sabha seats.
Q7According to Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh, India's space economy is projected to grow to what value in the coming years, contributing to 'Viksit Bharat @2047'?Options
A$22 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, making value addition in the Indian economy and moving towards Viksit Bharat @2047.
Q8The SWAYATT initiative, which recently celebrated 6 years on the Government e-Marketplace (GeM), primarily supports which groups?Options
ASenior CitizensBOverseas IndiansCStart-ups, Women and YouthDRural Artisans
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Correct answer
Start-ups, Women and Youth
Explanation
SWAYATT stands for 'Start-ups, Women and Youth Advantage Through eTransactions' on Government e-Marketplace (GeM), celebrating 6 years of impact.
Q9The Madras High Court recently affirmed a specific Goods and Services Tax (GST) rate for railway contracts. What is this rate?Options
A5%B12%C18%D28%
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Correct answer
12%
Explanation
The Madras High Court ruled in favour of a 12% GST for railway contracts, clarifying the applicable tax rate.
Q10As per Union Minister Pralhad Joshi, what is India's current global rank in renewable energy capacity?Options
AFirstBSecondCThirdDFourth
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Correct answer
Third
Explanation
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi stated that India ranks third globally in renewable energy capacity.
Q11By which year is India's first indigenous semiconductor chip expected to be ready for production, as announced by Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw?Options
A2024B2025C2026D2030
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2025
Explanation
Union Minister Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that India's first indigenous semiconductor chip would be ready for production by 2025.
Q12Which major central government scheme has recently expanded its services to include doorstep delivery through Postmen?Options
APradhan Mantri Jan Dhan YojanaBPM Ujjwala YojanaCPM Kisan Samman NidhiDAyushman Bharat Yojana
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Correct answer
PM Kisan Samman Nidhi
Explanation
The PM Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme has expanded to offer its services at the doorstep of beneficiaries through Postmen, enhancing accessibility for farmers.
Q13The Madras High Court recently dismissed an appeal regarding the leasing of land from which temple for the construction of an arts and science college?Options
AMeenakshi Amman TempleBRanganathaswamy TempleCKolathur Somanathaswamy TempleDBrihadeeswarar Temple
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Correct answer
Kolathur Somanathaswamy Temple
Explanation
The Madras High Court dismissed an appeal against the leasing out of land belonging to the Kolathur Somanathaswamy Temple for constructing an arts and science college.
Q14What is the target percentage for ethanol blending with petrol that India is aiming for, as stated by Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri?Options
AOver 10%BOver 15%COver 20%DOver 25%
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Correct answer
Over 20%
Explanation
Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri announced that India is looking at increasing ethanol blending with petrol to over 20%.
Q15Who recently penned an open letter to the Prime Minister, advocating for India to take a leading role in global glacier preservation efforts?Options
ADr. M.S. SwaminathanBSonam WangchukCKailash SatyarthiDVandana Shiva
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Correct answer
Sonam Wangchuk
Explanation
Renowned engineer and education reformist Sonam Wangchuk wrote an open letter to the Prime Minister, urging India to take the lead in preserving glaciers.