Daily Current Affairs - 2025-04-04
Q1Which state government body is implementing major reforms to enhance transparency and modernize its recruitment processes, as reported recently?Options
ATamil Nadu Uniformed Services Recruitment Board (TNUSRB)BTeachers Recruitment Board (TRB)CTamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC)DTamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Corporation (TANGEDCO)
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Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC)
Explanation
The article states that major reforms are being implemented in TNPSC recruitment to ensure transparency and modernization, directly addressing concerns for civil service aspirants.
Q2Recently, the President of India withheld assent to a Bill passed by the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly concerning which major policy area, leading to strong criticism from the Chief Minister?Options
AAnti-Jallikattu BillBNEET Exemption BillCLocal Body Elections BillDState Goods and Services Tax Bill
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NEET Exemption Bill
Explanation
The President withheld assent to the Tamil Nadu NEET Exemption Bill, a decision strongly criticized by Chief Minister M.K. Stalin as a 'dark chapter in federalism' and an act against the welfare of Tamil Nadu students.
Q3The Prime Minister recently inaugurated the New Pamban Rail Bridge in Tamil Nadu. This bridge connects which major spiritual town to the mainland?Options
AKanyakumariBMaduraiCRameswaramDThanjavur
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Rameswaram
Explanation
The New Pamban Rail Bridge is a crucial infrastructure project connecting the spiritual town of Rameswaram to the mainland, enhancing connectivity for pilgrims and residents.
Q4According to recent reports, which of the following states has *not* received funds under the Central government's 'Samagra Shiksha' scheme for the financial year 2024-25?Options
AKarnatakaBAndhra PradeshCTamil NaduDTelangana
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Tamil Nadu
Explanation
The Hindu article explicitly states that Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal have received no funds under the Samagra Shiksha scheme for FY2024-25.
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Q5Tamil Nadu's Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin recently inaugurated a 'Sports Science Centre' aimed at improving athletic performance and injury prevention. This initiative falls under which department?Options
AHigher Education DepartmentBHealth and Family Welfare DepartmentCYouth Welfare and Sports Development DepartmentDSchool Education Department
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Youth Welfare and Sports Development Department
Explanation
Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin holds the portfolio for Youth Welfare and Sports Development, making the Sports Science Centre initiative directly aligned with this department's goals.
Q6The "Public Well Revival Movement" is an initiative in Tamil Nadu that seeks to restore and promote which traditional water management practice?Options
ARainwater harvesting in urban areasBDesalination plants for coastal regionsCReconnecting with ancient sustainable sources of drinking water like public wellsDInter-linking of rivers for irrigation
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Reconnecting with ancient sustainable sources of drinking water like public wells
Explanation
The Public Well Revival Movement aims to encourage people in Tamil Nadu to reconnect with ancient sustainable sources of drinking water, specifically focusing on the restoration and use of public wells.
Q7The Supreme Court recently directed the Central Empowered Committee (CEC) to survey the Agasthyamalai landscape to identify encroachments into forests. In which region of Tamil Nadu is a significant part of the Agasthyamalai Biosphere Reserve located?Options
AWestern GhatsBEastern GhatsCCoromandel CoastDDeccan Plateau
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Western Ghats
Explanation
The Agasthyamalai Biosphere Reserve is a significant part of the Western Ghats, located across Kerala and Tamil Nadu, known for its rich biodiversity.
Q8Which document has recently been made mandatory for online real money games, primarily for two-step verification purposes, as informed by the Attorney-General to the Madras High Court?Options
APAN CardBPassportCAadhaarDVoter ID
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Aadhaar
Explanation
The Attorney-General informed the Madras High Court that Aadhaar has been made mandatory for online real money games to facilitate two-step verification, aimed at enhancing security and accountability.