Daily Current Affairs - 2025-04-03
Q1Tamil Nadu's tally of Geographical Indication (GI) tags has recently increased. With new additions such as Panruti cashew and Chettikulam shallot, what is the current total number of GI tags for products from Tamil Nadu?Options
A55B69C72D81
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69
Explanation
The recent additions of 6 more GI tags, including Panruti cashew, Chettikulam shallot, Puliyangudi lime, and Panruti jackfruit, have brought Tamil Nadu's total count of Geographical Indication (GI) tags to 69.
Q2Which new initiative has the Tamil Nadu government recently launched to improve solid waste management across the state?Options
ATamil Nadu Clean City ProgramBState-level Mission for Solid Waste ManagementCGreen Tamil Nadu InitiativeDSwachh Tamil Nadu Abhiyan
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State-level Mission for Solid Waste Management
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government has issued an order for a new State-level mission specifically for solid waste management, aiming to improve waste handling and disposal practices across the state.
Q3Which two major ports in Tamil Nadu recently achieved the milestone of handling over 100 million tonnes of cargo?Options
AThoothukudi and Chennai PortsBKamarajar and Karaikal PortsCChennai and Kamarajar PortsDEnnore and Nagapattinam Ports
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Chennai and Kamarajar Ports
Explanation
Chennai and Kamarajar ports have successfully crossed the significant milestone of handling over 100 million tonnes of cargo, demonstrating their increased operational capacity.
Q4What significant financial assistance is the Tamil Nadu government providing to fishermen to enhance their safety and communication at sea?Options
A₹50 lakh subsidy for 100 deep-sea fishing boats.B₹80 lakh subsidy for 200 satellite phones.C₹1 crore grant for modern fishing equipment.D₹20 lakh loan for GPS tracking devices.
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₹80 lakh subsidy for 200 satellite phones.
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government will provide ₹80 lakh as a subsidy for the purchase of 200 satellite phones for fishermen, aiming to improve their communication and safety during fishing operations.
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Q5Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT-Madras) has established a unique centre dedicated to the study of which specific field?Options
AAdvanced Robotics and AIBSustainable Urban DevelopmentCScience of HappinessDQuantum Computing Applications
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Science of Happiness
Explanation
IIT-Madras has set up a new centre focused on studying the "science of happiness," indicating an interdisciplinary approach to understanding well-being and positive psychology.
Q6The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is set to establish a multi-purpose space facility in which state, where the NETRA project site is also located for a powerful radar installation?Options
AKarnatakaBOdishaCAssamDKerala
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Assam
Explanation
ISRO is establishing a multi-purpose space facility in Assam. Additionally, the NETRA project site in Assam, where a powerful radar will be installed, was recently inspected by the ISRO chief.
Q7At the 11th BRICS Environment Ministers’ Meeting, India urged BRICS nations to unite on the 'Baku to Belem Roadmap'. What is the primary objective of this roadmap?Options
APromoting cultural exchange and tourism.BMobilizing USD 1.3 Trillion for Achieving NDC Goals.CStrengthening trade agreements among BRICS nations.DEstablishing a common digital currency.
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Mobilizing USD 1.3 Trillion for Achieving NDC Goals.
Explanation
India's call to unite on the 'Baku to Belem Roadmap' at the BRICS Environment Ministers’ Meeting is aimed at mobilizing USD 1.3 Trillion to achieve the Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) Goals related to climate action.
Q8For the Financial Year 2024-25, Tamil Nadu, along with Kerala and West Bengal, has reportedly not received funds under which central scheme related to school education?Options
AMid-Day Meal SchemeBRashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha AbhiyanCSarva Shiksha AbhiyanDSamagra Shiksha
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Samagra Shiksha
Explanation
Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and West Bengal have reportedly not received any funds under the central government's Samagra Shiksha scheme for the Financial Year 2024-25. This scheme is an overarching program for school education.
Q9Which movement in Tamil Nadu encourages people to reconnect with and revive ancient sustainable sources of drinking water, such as traditional wells?Options
AJal Jeevan Mission Tamil NaduBTamil Nadu Water Conservation DriveCThe Public Well Revival MovementDMettur Dam Preservation Initiative
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The Public Well Revival Movement
Explanation
The Public Well Revival Movement is an initiative in Tamil Nadu that seeks to encourage communities to restore and utilize traditional wells, reconnecting with sustainable ancient water management practices.
Q10Citing the need for two-step verification, Aadhaar has been made mandatory for what type of online activity, as stated by the Attorney-General to the Madras High Court?Options
AOnline banking transactionsBOnline educational coursesCOnline real money gamesDOnline job applications
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Online real money games
Explanation
The Attorney-General informed the Madras High Court that Aadhaar has been made mandatory for online real money games, primarily due to the requirement for two-step verification to ensure player identity and prevent fraudulent activities.