Daily Current Affairs - 2025-03-27
Q1The U.K. has partnered with Tamil Nadu to launch climate initiatives in which two districts?Options
AChennai and CoimbatoreBMadurai and SalemCErode and ThoothukudiDTiruchirappalli and Kanchipuram
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Correct answer
Erode and Thoothukudi
Explanation
The U.K. and Tamil Nadu have partnered to launch climate initiatives specifically in Erode and Thoothukudi districts.
Q2What is the financial outlay sanctioned by the Tamil Nadu government for the "Kalaignar Kanavu Illam" programme, targeting the construction of one lakh houses?Options
A₹1,500 croreB₹2,000 croreC₹3,500 croreD₹5,000 crore
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Correct answer
₹3,500 crore
Explanation
The T.N. government has sanctioned ₹3,500 crore for the construction of one lakh houses under the Kalaignar Kanavu Illam programme.
Q3The Water Resources Department (WRD) plans to construct six check dams across which river in Tamil Nadu, with each dam costing ₹30 crore?Options
ACauvery RiverBVaigai RiverCBhavani RiverDPalar River
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Correct answer
Palar River
Explanation
The WRD plans to build six check dams across the Palar river, each at a cost of ₹30 crore.
Q4Which sacred grove in Dindigul district has been declared as Tamil Nadu's second Biodiversity Heritage Site?Options
ASirumalai Sacred GroveBKasampatty Sacred GroveCAnamalai Sacred GroveDKodaikanal Sacred Grove
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Correct answer
Kasampatty Sacred Grove
Explanation
The Kasampatty sacred grove in Dindigul has been declared as Tamil Nadu’s second biodiversity heritage site.
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Q5What is the primary objective of the recently approved Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme by the Cabinet?Options
ATo promote the export of electronic goodsBTo make India 'Atmanirbhar' in the electronics supply chainCTo provide subsidies for electronics consumptionDTo regulate the prices of electronic components
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Correct answer
To make India 'Atmanirbhar' in the electronics supply chain
Explanation
The Cabinet approved the Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme with the aim of making India 'Atmanirbhar' (self-reliant) in the electronics supply chain, reducing imports and boosting indigenous manufacturing.
Q6In the Khelo India Para Games 2025, what position did Tamil Nadu secure in the team championship?Options
AFirstBSecondCThirdDFourth
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Correct answer
Second
Explanation
Tamil Nadu finished second in the Khelo India Para Games 2025 team championship, with Haryana retaining the top spot.
Q7What percentage hike in basic pay and Dearness Allowance (DA) has been approved for members of Primary Handloom Weavers Co-operative Societies in Tamil Nadu?Options
A5%B8%C10%D12%
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Correct answer
10%
Explanation
A 10% hike in basic pay and Dearness Allowance (DA) has been approved for members of Primary Handloom Weavers Co-operative Societies.
Q8Which government initiative has collaborated with DARPG to launch a multimodal multilingual solution for citizens to file grievances?Options
ADigital IndiaBViksit BharatCBhashiniDMyGov
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Correct answer
Bhashini
Explanation
DARPG and Bhashini have collaborated to launch a multimodal multilingual solution for citizens for filing grievances.
Q9Which Bill from Tamil Nadu has the Governor recently referred to the President for assent?Options
ATamil Nadu Education Reform BillBMineral Rights and Mineral Bearing Tax BillCTamil Nadu Agricultural Land Protection BillDLocal Governance Empowerment Bill
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Correct answer
Mineral Rights and Mineral Bearing Tax Bill
Explanation
The Governor referred the Mineral Rights and Mineral Bearing Tax Bill for the President’s assent.
Q10The SMILE Program, funded by the Asian Development Bank (ADB), aims to boost India's logistics efficiency, cut costs, and strengthen which infrastructure?Options
ADigital infrastructureBRenewable energy infrastructureCMultimodal infrastructureDSocial infrastructure
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Correct answer
Multimodal infrastructure
Explanation
The ADB-Funded SMILE Program aims to boost India's logistics efficiency, cut costs, and strengthen multimodal infrastructure.
Q11What is the provisional power subsidy approved by TNERC for FY 2025-26, payable by the state government to TNPDCL?Options
A₹10,500 croreB₹16,274.58 croreC₹20,000 croreD₹22,000 crore
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Correct answer
₹16,274.58 crore
Explanation
TNERC approved a provisional power subsidy of ₹16,274.58 crore for FY 2025-26, payable by the state government to TNPDCL.
Q12Which unique agricultural product from Tamil Nadu is noted for its very high citrus level and abundant juice?Options
AOoty VarkeyBCoimbatore SugarcaneCPuliyangudi LimeDSalem Mango
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Correct answer
Puliyangudi Lime
Explanation
Tamil Nadu’s Puliyangudi lime is known for its very high citrus level and abundant juice.
Q13What recent milestone has ISRO achieved, paving the way for future space missions, related to its engine development?Options
ASuccessful launch of a Mars roverBFirst hot test of a Semicryogenic EngineCDeployment of a new space telescopeDCompletion of a lunar sample return mission
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Correct answer
First hot test of a Semicryogenic Engine
Explanation
ISRO has achieved a breakthrough with the successful first hot test of its 200T LOX-Kerosene Semi-Cryogenic Engine, paving the way for future missions.
Q14Which corporation in Tamil Nadu is set to complete the much-delayed Underground Drainage (UGD) project in Pammal and Anakaputhur soon?Options
AGreater Chennai CorporationBCoimbatore CorporationCTambaram CorporationDMadurai Corporation
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Correct answer
Tambaram Corporation
Explanation
Tambaram Corporation is set to complete the much-delayed UGD project in Pammal and Anakaputhur soon.
Q15Which mission, launched by PM Narendra Modi, aims to meet India's increasing energy requirements through environment-friendly clean energy, vindicating Homi Bhabha's pledge?Options
ASolar Energy MissionBHydro-Power MissionCNuclear MissionDWind Energy Mission
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Correct answer
Nuclear Mission
Explanation
The 'Nuclear mission' was launched to meet India's increasing requirements through environment-friendly clean energy, vindicating Homi Bhabha's pledge.