Daily Current Affairs - 2025-04-12
Q1What was the recent Supreme Court verdict regarding the Tamil Nadu Governor's assent to Bills passed by the State Legislature?Options
AGovernors must reserve all Bills for President's consideration.BGovernors have absolute veto power over State Bills.CAssent to a Bill is deemed implicit if the Governor delays it indefinitely without specific action.DState Legislatures must seek the Governor's approval before passing any Bill.
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Correct answer
Assent to a Bill is deemed implicit if the Governor delays it indefinitely without specific action.
Explanation
The Supreme Court recently ruled that if a Governor indefinitely delays giving assent to a Bill without returning it or referring it to the President, the assent would be deemed implicit. This led to the Tamil Nadu government notifying 10 such Acts.
Q2Which of the following sarees from Tamil Nadu are currently seeking a Geographical Indication (GI) tag?Options
AKanchipuram Silk and Arani SilkBMelur Chekkadi and ThirupuvanamCSalem Silk and Coimbatore CottonDMadurai Sungudi and Thanjavur Silk
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Melur Chekkadi and Thirupuvanam
Explanation
A GI tag is being sought for Melur Chekkadi sarees from Madurai and Thirupuvanam sarees from Sivaganga district, showcasing the unique textile heritage of Tamil Nadu.
Q3What is the purpose of the 'Mobile Palliative Care for Cancer Patients' initiative recently launched in Chennai?Options
ATo provide free cancer treatment to all patients.BTo conduct cancer awareness campaigns in rural areas.CTo offer medical attention and support to cancer patients in their homes.DTo establish new cancer research facilities.
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To offer medical attention and support to cancer patients in their homes.
Explanation
The mobile palliative care unit aims to provide comprehensive medical attention and support, including pain management and comfort care, directly to cancer patients in their homes in Chennai.
Q4Amid instances of conflicts in the Cauvery delta, for which animal population has Tamil Nadu initiated a survey?Options
AAsian ElephantBMugger CrocodileCBengal TigerDIndian Bison (Gaur)
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Mugger Crocodile
Explanation
Tamil Nadu has initiated a survey of the mugger crocodile population in the Cauvery delta region due to increasing instances of conflicts between humans and these reptiles.
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Q5Which important environmentalist and Padma Shri awardee, known as 'Vanajeevi', recently passed away at the age of 87?Options
ASundarlal BahugunaBVanajeevi RamaiahCM. C. MehtaDMedha Patkar
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Vanajeevi Ramaiah
Explanation
Renowned environmentalist and Padma Shri awardee, Vanajeevi Ramaiah, known for his extensive tree-planting efforts, recently passed away at 87.
Q6What new method has the Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) begun to experimentally use for weather forecasts in Tamil Nadu?Options
AWind Chill FactorBHeat IndexCHumidity IndexDRainfall Probability
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Correct answer
Heat Index
Explanation
The Regional Meteorological Centre has started using the 'heat index' experimentally for weather forecasts in Tamil Nadu. The heat index measures how hot it feels when relative humidity is combined with the air temperature.
Q7India recently successfully tested an indigenously developed 'laser-directed energy weapon'. What capability does this weapon provide India?Options
ATo launch satellites into space at a lower cost.BTo generate clean energy from sunlight.CTo shoot down fixed-wing drones and other aerial targets.DTo detect underground water sources.
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To shoot down fixed-wing drones and other aerial targets.
Explanation
India has successfully tested an indigenously developed laser-directed energy weapon (Mk-II(A)), enabling it to shoot down fixed-wing drones and other aerial targets. This places India among an elite group of nations with such advanced defence capabilities.
Q8Which major infrastructure project in Tamil Nadu has been in the news due to concerns from local residents about environmental impact and displacement?Options
AChennai-Salem Green CorridorBParandur Greenfield AirportCSethusamudram Shipping Canal ProjectDMadurai-Tuticorin Industrial Corridor
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Correct answer
Parandur Greenfield Airport
Explanation
The proposed Parandur Greenfield Airport has been a topic of debate and concern, with local residents expressing apprehension about potential environmental degradation and displacement caused by the project.
Q9Who has recently been elected as the new Tamil Nadu BJP chief?Options
AK. AnnamalaiBL. MuruganCNainar NagenthranDPon. Radhakrishnan
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Nainar Nagenthran
Explanation
Nainar Nagenthran has recently been elected as the new Tamil Nadu BJP chief, amidst discussions around political alliances in the state.
Q10What is the name of the new resource adequacy model launched by the Central Electricity Authority (CEA) for power system planning in India?Options
AAakashBSTELLARCVidyutDUrja
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STELLAR
Explanation
The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has launched STELLAR (State-of-art Totally Indigenously Developed Resource adequacy model) to aid in efficient and reliable power system planning across India.