Daily Current Affairs - 2025-03-05
Q1By July 2026, the Chennai Metro Rail connectivity will be extended till Kodambakkam. What is the unique feature of this extended stretch?Options
AIt will be an underground stretch.BIt will feature a double-decker elevated corridor.CIt will connect directly to the Chennai International Airport.DIt will be India's first fully automated driverless metro line.
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Correct answer
It will feature a double-decker elevated corridor.
Explanation
The Chennai Metro Rail extension till Kodambakkam by July 2026 will be unique for its double-decker elevated corridor, combining metro rail with an elevated road.
Q2Thanjavur city in Tamil Nadu is set to receive ₹165 crore under which programme to promote a circular economy?Options
ASmart Cities MissionBAMRUT 2.0CCITIIS 2.0 programmeDSwachh Bharat Mission Urban 2.0
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CITIIS 2.0 programme
Explanation
Thanjavur will receive ₹165 crore under the CITIIS 2.0 programme, funded by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, for promoting a circular economy, focusing on waste management and resource recovery.
Q3Which Indian state has recently issued orders for the establishment of 17 'village woodlots' to enhance environmental protection?Options
AKeralaBKarnatakaCTamil NaduDAndhra Pradesh
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Tamil Nadu
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government has issued orders for the creation of 17 village woodlots, which are small forests, aimed at enhancing biodiversity and local environmental health.
Q4The Madras High Court recently questioned why a cap should not be fixed on the number of tourist vehicles entering which two popular hill stations in Tamil Nadu?Options
AYercaud and OotyBKodaikanal and YercaudCNilgiris and KodaikanalDKolli Hills and Valparai
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Nilgiris and Kodaikanal
Explanation
The Madras High Court recently questioned the absence of a cap on tourist vehicles entering Nilgiris and Kodaikanal.
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Q5India's second spaceport, specifically designed for launching small satellite launch vehicles (SSLVs), is currently under construction in which district of Tamil Nadu?Options
AChennaiBKanyakumariCThoothukudiDRamanathapuram
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Thoothukudi
Explanation
India's second spaceport is being constructed at Kulasekarapattinam in the Thoothukudi district of Tamil Nadu. It is strategically important for launching smaller satellites.
Q6IndiGo is set to launch direct flights from Tiruchi to Jaffna from March 30. Which country is Jaffna located in?Options
AMaldivesBSri LankaCMyanmarDThailand
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Sri Lanka
Explanation
Jaffna is a major city in the Northern Province of Sri Lanka. The direct flights will enhance connectivity between Tamil Nadu and Northern Sri Lanka.
Q7The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) recently took suo motu cognisance of the reported ostracisation of 30 people in which town of Tenkasi district, Tamil Nadu, over a land dispute?Options
ASivagiriBPuliyangudiCSambavarvadakaraiDKadayanallur
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Sambavarvadakarai
Explanation
The NHRC took suo motu cognisance of the ostracisation incident in Sambavarvadakarai town, Tenkasi, following media reports, highlighting human rights concerns.
Q8The Tamil Nadu Hajj Committee recently thanked CM M.K. Stalin for the establishment of a Hajj House in which locality of Chennai?Options
AAnna NagarBVelacheryCNanganallurDAdyar
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Nanganallur
Explanation
The Hajj House established in Nanganallur, Chennai, is a significant welfare measure for Hajj pilgrims from Tamil Nadu.
Q9What is the primary reason behind Tamil Nadu's political parties collectively opposing the Lok Sabha delimitation based on the latest census until 2056?Options
ATo secure more financial grants from the Union Government.BTo maintain the current level of parliamentary representation for states that have successfully controlled population growth.CTo increase the number of Lok Sabha seats in Tamil Nadu.DTo implement a rotational system for parliamentary seats among states.
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To maintain the current level of parliamentary representation for states that have successfully controlled population growth.
Explanation
Tamil Nadu and other southern states oppose delimitation based on the latest census as it would likely reduce their parliamentary seats due to their success in population control, thus penalizing them for effective welfare policies. They advocate for a status quo until at least 2056 to protect their representation.
Q10Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin recently urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to uninstall Hindi from Union government offices in Tamil Nadu. This move primarily reflects the state's stance against what?Options
AThe use of any language other than Tamil in government offices.BPromoting English as the sole official language of India.CImposition of Hindi and protection of linguistic diversity.DDigitalization of government services in multiple languages.
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Imposition of Hindi and protection of linguistic diversity.
Explanation
CM Stalin's demand is a strong assertion against the perceived imposition of Hindi and a call for protecting the linguistic diversity and the primacy of the Tamil language in the state's public and administrative spheres.
Q11Which Indian state has, for the first time, issued a protection order to a survivor in a POCSO (Protection of Children from Sexual Offences) Act case?Options
AKeralaBMaharashtraCTamil NaduDUttar Pradesh
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Tamil Nadu
Explanation
Tamil Nadu has become the first state in India to issue a protection order to a POCSO survivor, providing a critical layer of support and safety for victims.
Q12The Union Government is close to approving a significant fund to boost private sector research. What is the value of this fund?Options
A₹50,000 croreB₹75,000 croreC₹1 lakh croreD₹2 lakh crore
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Correct answer
₹1 lakh crore
Explanation
A ₹1 lakh crore fund for private sector research is close to approval, signaling a major boost for innovation and R&D in India.
Q13MeitY has launched AIKosha, a secured platform to enable AI innovation. What does AIKosha primarily provide?Options
AAI hardware manufacturing facilities.BA repository of datasets, models, and use cases, along with AI sandbox capabilities.CFunding for AI startups only.DAI policy-making guidelines for state governments.
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A repository of datasets, models, and use cases, along with AI sandbox capabilities.
Explanation
AIKosha, launched by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), is a secured platform offering a repository of datasets, models, and use cases, and includes AI sandbox capabilities with an integrated development environment, tools, and tutorials.
Q14Under the 'Model Women-Friendly Gram Panchayats Initiative', how many model Gram Panchayats are to be developed in each district?Options
AOneBTwoCThreeDFive
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One
Explanation
The 'Model Women-Friendly Gram Panchayats Initiative' aims to develop one model Gram Panchayat in each district to promote women's empowerment and participation in local governance.
Q15Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi stated that the vision of 'Investment in People' stands on three pillars. Which of the following is NOT one of these pillars?Options
AEducationBSkillCHealthcareDInfrastructure
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Infrastructure
Explanation
Prime Minister Modi highlighted that the vision of 'Investment in People' is built on three crucial pillars: Education, Skill, and Healthcare.
Q16On which date is 'Lineman Diwas' observed to honor the frontline workforce of the Power Sector in India?Options
AMarch 1BMarch 4CMarch 8DMarch 15
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March 4
Explanation
The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) will honor the frontline workforce of the Power Sector at the Fifth Edition of Lineman Diwas on March 4, 2025.
Q17Which national institution announced the establishment of a 'Frontier Tech Hub' and released a paper on 'Quantum Computing: National Security Implications & Strategic Preparedness'?Options
AISROBDRDOCNITI AayogDMinistry of Science and Technology
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NITI Aayog
Explanation
NITI Aayog announced the Frontier Tech Hub and released a paper on the national security implications and strategic preparedness concerning Quantum Computing.