Daily Current Affairs - 2025-03-14
Q1Which new airport was announced in the Tamil Nadu Budget 2025 to be constructed in the State?Options
AMaduraiBRameswaramCThoothukudiDSalem
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Correct answer
Rameswaram
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu Budget 2025 announced the construction of a new airport in Rameswaram, along with expediting work on the Parandur airport.
Q2The Tamil Nadu Budget 2025 announced the launch of 'Semiconductor Mission 2030' and a knowledge corridor in which city?Options
ACoimbatoreBChennaiCHosurDTiruchirappalli
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Correct answer
Hosur
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu Budget 2025 outlined plans to launch the 'Semiconductor Mission 2030' and establish a knowledge corridor in Hosur to boost the technology sector.
Q3The 'Kalaignar Kanavu Illam' scheme, announced in the TN Budget 2025, aims to provide how many new houses in rural areas?Options
A50,000B75,000C1,00,000D1,25,000
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Correct answer
1,00,000
Explanation
Under the 'Kalaignar Kanavu Illam' scheme, the Tamil Nadu government plans to construct one lakh (1,00,000) new houses in rural areas.
Q4What is the primary objective of the T.N. Agroforestry Policy announced in the Agriculture Budget?Options
ATo promote organic farming practicesBTo encourage the growing of commercially valuable treesCTo conserve endangered plant speciesDTo expand traditional crop cultivation
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Correct answer
To encourage the growing of commercially valuable trees
Explanation
The T.N. Agroforestry Policy aims to encourage the growing of commercially valuable trees, which will benefit farmers.
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Q5For how many Chennai Metro Rail projects will the Tamil Nadu government submit Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) to the Union government for equity contribution?Options
ATwoBThreeCFourDFive
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Correct answer
Three
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government plans to submit DPRs for three Chennai Metro Rail projects to the Union government to seek equity contribution.
Q6What major urban development project, termed a 'Global City', was announced to be developed near Chennai in the T.N. Budget 2025?Options
ANorth of ChennaiBWest of ChennaiCSouth of ChennaiDEast of Chennai
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Correct answer
South of Chennai
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu Budget 2025 announced plans for the development of a 'Global City' near Chennai, likely in the southern part, to accommodate future growth.
Q7How much amount has been allocated for the education department in the Tamil Nadu Budget 2025?Options
ARs 45,261 croreBRs 50,000 croreCRs 55,261 croreDRs 60,000 crore
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Correct answer
Rs 55,261 crore
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu Budget 2025 allocated Rs 55,261 crore for the education department. It also announced establishing a science centre in Chennai and 10 new arts and science colleges.
Q8Which Tamil word was used instead of the '₹' symbol for the Rupee in the Tamil Nadu Budget document 2025?Options
Aபணம்Bநாணயம்CரூDகாசு
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Correct answer
ரூ
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu Budget 2025 used the Tamil word 'ரூ' instead of the '₹' symbol for the Rupee, a move that gained attention and discussion.
Q9ISRO successfully conducted a flight acceptance hot test of a Cryogenic Engine for which launch vehicle in Tamil Nadu?Options
APSLVBGSLV Mk-IICLVM3DSSLV
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Correct answer
LVM3
Explanation
ISRO successfully conducted the flight acceptance hot test of a Cryogenic Engine for the LVM3 launch vehicle at the ISRO Propulsion Complex (IPRC) in Mahendragiri, Tamil Nadu.
Q10Electronics technology for the Hyperloop Project will be developed at which institution in Chennai?Options
AIIT MadrasBAnna UniversityCIntegral Coach Factory (ICF)DMadras Institute of Technology (MIT)
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Correct answer
Integral Coach Factory (ICF)
Explanation
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that electronics technology for the Hyperloop Project will be developed at the Integral Coach Factory (ICF) in Chennai.
Q11How many 'Anbucholai' centres for the elderly will be set up in Tamil Nadu as per the T.N. Budget 2025-26?Options
A10B15C20D25
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Correct answer
25
Explanation
The T.N. Budget 2025-26 announced plans to set up 25 'Anbucholai' centres across Tamil Nadu to provide care for the elderly.
Q12Chennai is set to get its sixth reservoir between which two locations?Options
ATambaram and ChengalpattuBKelambakkam and MamallapuramCRed Hills and PoondiDCholavaram and Chembarambakkam
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Correct answer
Kelambakkam and Mamallapuram
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu Budget 2025 announced that Chennai will get its sixth reservoir, to be constructed between Kelambakkam and Mamallapuram, to enhance water security.
Q13Where will Kanniyakumari's first biodiversity conservation centre and museum be established?Options
AKanyakumari TownBNagercoilCKeeriparaiDPadmanabhapuram
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Correct answer
Keeriparai
Explanation
The first biodiversity conservation centre and museum in Kanniyakumari district will be established at Keeriparai.
Q14Tamil Nadu's Finance Secretary stated that the State's GST growth is better than what?Options
ANeighbouring states' averageBNational averageCPre-GST regime growthDTargeted growth rate
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Correct answer
National average
Explanation
Tamil Nadu's Finance Secretary highlighted that the State's Goods and Services Tax (GST) growth has been better than the national average.
Q15Tamil Nadu's first economic survey flagged 'policy constraints' by the Centre and called for what?Options
AIncreased central grantsBGreater autonomyCJoint policy formulationDReduced state expenditure
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Correct answer
Greater autonomy
Explanation
Tamil Nadu's first economic survey critiqued 'policy constraints' imposed by the Centre and advocated for greater autonomy for the State in fiscal and policy matters.
Q16A deep-sea archaeological excavation was announced in Tamil Nadu between which two historical port towns?Options
AMamallapuram and CuddaloreBThoothukudi and TirunelveliCPoompuhar and NagapattinamDKanchipuram and Chennai
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Correct answer
Poompuhar and Nagapattinam
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu Budget 2025 announced a deep-sea archaeological excavation to be conducted between the ancient port towns of Poompuhar and Nagapattinam.
Q17What reduction in registration fee was announced for immovable assets registered under women's names in the T.N. Budget 2025?Options
A0.5%B1%C1.5%D2%
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Correct answer
1%
Explanation
To promote women's empowerment and ownership, the T.N. Budget 2025 announced a 1% reduction in registration fee for immovable assets registered under women's names.
Q18Which system was restored for government employees in the T.N. Budget 2025, allowing them to encash accumulated leaves?Options
AHalf-pay leaveBCasual leaveCEarned leave surrenderDMaternity leave
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Correct answer
Earned leave surrender
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu Budget 2025 restored the 'earned leave surrender' system for government employees, allowing them to encash their accumulated earned leaves.
Q19What is the projected fiscal deficit as a percentage of GSDP for Tamil Nadu in the Budget 2025, as stated by Finance Minister Thangam Thennarasu?Options
A2.5%B3%C3.5%D4%
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Correct answer
3%
Explanation
Finance Minister Thangam Thennarasu announced that the fiscal deficit for Tamil Nadu in Budget 2025 is projected to be 3% of the GSDP.
Q20Which sector is identified as a key driver of growth in the ₹45,661-crore Agriculture Budget of Tamil Nadu?Options
AFood grainsBHorticultureCLivestockDFisheries
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Correct answer
Horticulture
Explanation
In the ₹45,661-crore Agriculture Budget, horticulture was identified as a key driver of growth, with special focus on enhancing crop area and farmer lives.