Daily Current Affairs - 2025-04-06
Q1What region will primarily benefit from the special schemes recently announced by Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin for fishermen?Options
ABay of Bengal coastal districtsBGulf of Mannar districtsCPalk Strait regionsDArabian Sea coastline
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Correct answer
Gulf of Mannar districts
Explanation
The schemes are specifically announced for fishermen in districts surrounding the Gulf of Mannar.
Q2Which significant infrastructure project, aimed at improving connectivity to Rameswaram, was recently inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi?Options
AChennai-Rameswaram High-Speed Rail CorridorBSethusamudram Ship Canal ProjectCNew Pamban BridgeDRameswaram International Airport
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Correct answer
New Pamban Bridge
Explanation
Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently inaugurated the new Pamban Bridge, which is crucial for enhanced connectivity to Rameswaram.
Q3What is the 'Red Alert OBG' initiative, recently launched in Tamil Nadu's largest State hospital, primarily aimed at?Options
AReducing maternal mortality by prompt treatment of critically ill pregnant women.BProviding free vaccinations for all newborns across the state.CEstablishing specialized pediatric care units in rural areas.DConducting health camps for women's reproductive health in urban centers.
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Reducing maternal mortality by prompt treatment of critically ill pregnant women.
Explanation
The 'Red Alert OBG' initiative cuts delays in treating critically ill pregnant women, aiming to reduce maternal mortality.
Q4The Tamil Nadu Textbook Corporation recently announced plans to publish toddler books in which languages?Options
ATamil and EnglishBTamil and MalayalamCTamil and HindiDTamil and Kannada
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Tamil and English
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu Textbook Corporation is set to bring out toddler books in Tamil and English, promoting bilingual education from an early age.
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Q5Which country is India collaborating with for the upcoming Chandrayaan-5 mission, as highlighted by the ISRO Chief?Options
AUnited StatesBRussiaCJapanDFrance
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Japan
Explanation
The ISRO Chief mentioned that India will launch Chandrayaan-5 in collaboration with Japan.
Q6The Tamil Nadu government expects to generate an additional annual revenue of approximately ₹2,400 crore from which new measure?Options
AIncreased Goods and Services Tax (GST) collection.BTax on mineral bearing lands.CEnhanced property tax rates in urban areas.DLevying new tolls on state highways.
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Tax on mineral bearing lands.
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government anticipates generating an additional ₹2,400 crore annually through the implementation of a new tax on mineral bearing lands.
Q7Which two bird sanctuaries in Tamil Nadu are part of a first-of-its-kind ICMR study to track zoonotic diseases?Options
AVedanthangal and Koonthankulam Bird SanctuariesBPoint Calimere and Udayamarthandapuram Bird SanctuariesCVettangudi and Karaivetti Bird SanctuariesDChitrangudi and Kanjirankulam Bird Sanctuaries
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Point Calimere and Udayamarthandapuram Bird Sanctuaries
Explanation
Point Calimere Wildlife and Bird Sanctuary and Udayamarthandapuram Bird Sanctuary in Tamil Nadu are included in the ICMR study on zoonotic diseases.
Q8What is one of the key issues that Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin has consistently raised with the Union Government, demanding assurances, especially in the context of political alliances?Options
AGranting special status to Tamil Nadu.BExemption for Tamil Nadu from the NEET examination.CIncreased central funding for infrastructure projects.DResolution of the Mekedatu dam dispute with Karnataka.
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Correct answer
Exemption for Tamil Nadu from the NEET examination.
Explanation
CM M.K. Stalin has explicitly stated that BJP should give an assurance for NEET exemption before forming any alliance, highlighting it as a crucial issue for Tamil Nadu.