Daily Current Affairs - 2025-04-01
Q1Which independent constitutional body is responsible for auditing the accounts of the Government of Tamil Nadu?Options
AReserve Bank of India (RBI)BElection Commission of India (ECI)CComptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG)DNITI Aayog
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Correct answer
Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG)
Explanation
The Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) is constitutionally mandated to audit the accounts of the Union and State governments, as indicated by the audit report submitted to the Tamil Nadu Governor.
Q2What new regulation has been implemented for tourists visiting popular hill stations like Ooty and Kodaikanal in Tamil Nadu, as mandated by the Madras High Court?Options
AMandatory health check-upBOnline e-pass systemCRestricted entry based on vehicle typeDDaily tourist quota
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Online e-pass system
Explanation
The Madras High Court has mandated an online e-pass system for tourists visiting Ooty and Kodaikanal to regulate tourist flow and manage local resources.
Q3The ongoing Chennai Port-Maduravoyal elevated corridor project aims to enhance connectivity between which two points in Tamil Nadu?Options
AChennai Airport and Chennai Central Railway StationBChennai Port and MaduravoyalCChennai Bypass and East Coast RoadDChennai-Bengaluru Highway and Chennai-Trichy Highway
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Chennai Port and Maduravoyal
Explanation
The project is specifically named the "Chennai Port-Maduravoyal elevated corridor project," indicating its direct connectivity between these two locations.
Q4According to recent reports, what was the trend in Private Equity-Venture Capital (PE-VC) investments in Tamil Nadu during the first quarter of 2025?Options
ADecreased significantlyBRemained stagnantCShowed a substantial surgeDShifted entirely to public sector investments
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Showed a substantial surge
Explanation
The article states that "Private Equity-Venture Capital investments in Tamil Nadu surge during first quarter of 2025," indicating a significant increase.
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Q5What major milestone did India achieve in the renewable energy sector during the Financial Year 2024-25?Options
AAchieved 100% renewable energy gridBRecorded highest ever renewable energy capacity additionCCompletely phased out coal-based power generationDBecame the largest exporter of solar panels
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Recorded highest ever renewable energy capacity addition
Explanation
India achieved a "Historic Milestone in Renewable Energy Capacity Addition in FY 2024-25," implying the highest ever addition.
Q6ISRO has recently developed an advanced system using Indian satellites for what specific meteorological prediction across India?Options
ACyclone intensity and pathBLightning strikesCTsunami warningsDDrought monitoring
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Lightning strikes
Explanation
Articles 46, 47, and 49 explicitly state that ISRO has developed an advanced system for "nowcasting lightning strikes" and "early prediction of lightning events" across India using satellite data.
Q7What is the core focus of the "New Cooperative Policy" being formulated by the Union Government?Options
APrivatization of cooperative banksBPromoting cooperative-based economic developmentCReducing government intervention in cooperativesDConverting cooperatives into public limited companies
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Promoting cooperative-based economic development
Explanation
The "New Cooperative Policy" aims to strengthen the cooperative sector, promoting "cooperative-based economic development" and making it more vibrant.
Q8The Union Government has announced a plan to provide "Digital Identities" to which specific group of beneficiaries?Options
AUrban slum dwellersBSmall and marginal farmersCStreet vendorsDMigrant workers
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Small and marginal farmers
Explanation
Article 2 specifically mentions "Digital Identities to Farmers," indicating this initiative is targeted at the farming community.
Q9Which regulatory body recently rejected Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Corporation Limited (TANGEDCO/TNPDCL)'s plea for waiver of belated payment surcharge for local bodies?Options
AMinistry of Power, Government of IndiaBCentral Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC)CTamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission (TNERC)DNational Green Tribunal (NGT)
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Correct answer
Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission (TNERC)
Explanation
The article clearly states "TNERC junks TNPDCL’s plea seeking waiver of belated payment surcharge for local bodies," identifying the Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission as the body.
Q10What is the primary demand of disability associations in Tamil Nadu concerning persons with disabilities?Options
AFree public transportationBIncreased job quotasCHike in monthly allowanceDSeparate educational institutions
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Hike in monthly allowance
Explanation
Article 52 states, "Disability associations urge T.N. govt. to hike monthly allowance of persons with disabilities," making this the primary demand.