Daily Current Affairs - 2025-04-10
Q1Which indigenous hair sheep breed of Tamil Nadu is currently facing a threat from an industrial development plan?Options
AKeezhakadai sheepBVembur sheepCRamnad White sheepDMecheri sheep
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Vembur sheep
Explanation
The Vembur sheep, an indigenous hair sheep breed primarily found in the Vembur region of Thoothukudi district, Tamil Nadu, is facing a threat from an industrial plan.
Q2The Centre has granted an in-principle nod for Chennai’s second airport. In which location is this proposed airport to be established?Options
ASriperumbudurBChengalpattuCParandurDThiruvallur
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Parandur
Explanation
The Union government has given an in-principle approval for the establishment of Chennai’s second airport in Parandur.
Q3What is 'TANUVAS Grand', which is gaining popularity among Tamil Nadu farmers?Options
AA new high-yielding paddy varietyBA special feed supplement for cowsCA modern irrigation techniqueDAn organic pesticide
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A special feed supplement for cows
Explanation
TANUVAS Grand is a mineral and vitamin supplement developed by the Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (TANUVAS) that farmers are increasingly using for their cows to improve health and milk yield.
Q4Recently, the Supreme Court of India gave a significant ruling regarding the powers of the Governor, particularly in the context of Tamil Nadu. What was a key aspect highlighted in this judgment concerning the Governor's discretion?Options
AThe Governor has absolute discretion to withhold assent to Bills passed by the State Legislature.BThe Governor must act on the 'aid and advice' of the Council of Ministers in most matters, and reference to the President should not be a dilatory tactic.CThe Governor can indefinitely delay the appointment of the Chief Minister in case of political instability.DThe Governor can veto any Bill if it is deemed to be against national interest, irrespective of the State Legislature's will.
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The Governor must act on the 'aid and advice' of the Council of Ministers in most matters, and reference to the President should not be a dilatory tactic.
Explanation
The Supreme Court highlighted that the Governor's powers, especially regarding assent to Bills, are not absolute and must generally be exercised on the 'aid and advice' of the Council of Ministers. Referring a Bill to the President should not be used as a tactic to indefinitely delay its implementation, emphasizing a constitutional silence on such delays.
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Q5Which of the following schemes aims to promote solar energy usage among farmers for irrigation and other agricultural needs, as well as encourage rooftop solar installations?Options
APM-Fasal Bima Yojana and PM-KisanBPM-KUSUM and PM Surya GharCPM-Gram Sadak Yojana and Jal Jeevan MissionDPM-Jan Dhan Yojana and Atal Pension Yojana
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PM-KUSUM and PM Surya Ghar
Explanation
PM-KUSUM (Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan) focuses on solar energy for farmers, while PM Surya Ghar (Muft Bijli Yojana) promotes rooftop solar installations to provide free electricity to households.
Q6The Tamil Nadu Forest Department plans to establish an international bird centre. In which Reserve Forest is this proposed centre to be located?Options
AMudumalai Reserve ForestBAnamalai Reserve ForestCKodaikanal Reserve ForestDAgaram Reserve Forest
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Correct answer
Agaram Reserve Forest
Explanation
The Forest Department of Tamil Nadu has planned to establish an international bird centre in the Agaram Reserve Forest near Villupuram.
Q7As per the recent announcement, what are India's ambitious space exploration targets for 2035 and 2040?Options
ATo launch a space station by 2035 and a lunar astronaut by 2040.BTo establish a permanent base on the Moon by 2035 and Mars by 2040.CTo send a manned mission to Mars by 2035 and Venus by 2040.DTo develop a reusable rocket system by 2035 and an interstellar probe by 2040.
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To launch a space station by 2035 and a lunar astronaut by 2040.
Explanation
India aims to launch its own space station by 2035 and send a lunar astronaut by 2040, as stated by Union Minister Jitendra Singh.
Q8The Tamil Nadu government plans to establish new co-working spaces in which of the following cities?Options
ACoimbatore, Salem, TiruchirappalliBGuindy, Ambattur, Madurai, RanipetCErode, Thoothukudi, NagercoilDVellore, Tirunelveli, Thanjavur
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Guindy, Ambattur, Madurai, Ranipet
Explanation
T. M. Anbarasan, Minister for MSME, announced that co-working spaces would be established in Guindy, Ambattur, Madurai, and Ranipet.
Q9What is the primary objective of the recent enhancement of 'Material Cost' under the Pradhan Mantri Poshan Shakti Nirman (PM POSHAN) Scheme?Options
ATo promote digital learning tools in schoolsBTo improve the nutritional content and quality of meals provided to childrenCTo support infrastructure development in schoolsDTo provide financial assistance directly to parents for school supplies
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To improve the nutritional content and quality of meals provided to children
Explanation
The enhancement of 'Material Cost' under PM POSHAN aims to improve the nutritional content and overall quality of the mid-day meals provided to school children.
Q10What is Tamil Nadu's stance regarding the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) as highlighted by recent news?Options
ATamil Nadu has fully adopted NEET and is integrating it into its higher education policy.BTamil Nadu plans to intensify its legal battle against NEET in the Supreme Court.CTamil Nadu has proposed a separate state-level entrance exam as an alternative to NEET.DTamil Nadu has accepted NEET with certain reservations but will not pursue further legal action.
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Tamil Nadu plans to intensify its legal battle against NEET in the Supreme Court.
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government has reiterated its commitment to intensify its legal battle against the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) by challenging it in the Supreme Court.
Q11The Madras High Court recently issued a stay on a circular that banned caste names in temple festival invites. What was the core reason behind this judicial intervention?Options
AThe circular violated the fundamental right to freedom of speech and expression.BThe circular was issued without proper authority or legal backing, infringing on religious and cultural practices.CThe ban would lead to social unrest and communal disharmony.DThe court found that caste names are essential for the authenticity of temple traditions.
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The circular was issued without proper authority or legal backing, infringing on religious and cultural practices.
Explanation
The Madras High Court stayed the circular banning caste names in temple festival invites, noting that it was issued without proper authority or legal sanction, thereby infringing on the religious and cultural practices of communities.