Daily Current Affairs - 2025-04-17
Q1The Tamil Nadu Cabinet recently cleared the "Tamil Nadu Space Industrial Policy 2025". What is the primary objective of this policy?Options
ATo establish Tamil Nadu as a global hub for space technology manufacturing and services.BTo promote space tourism within the state.CTo develop a state-owned satellite launch facility.DTo provide financial aid to private companies for space research.
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Correct answer
To establish Tamil Nadu as a global hub for space technology manufacturing and services.
Explanation
The policy aims to make Tamil Nadu a global hub for space technology manufacturing and services.
Q2How many locations in Tamil Nadu are set to be declared as new protected sites and monuments by the State government?Options
A8B10C12D15
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12
Explanation
The article states that 12 locations in Tamil Nadu are to be declared protected sites and monuments.
Q3The Madras High Court recently banned 28 plastic items in the Western Ghats region. What was the primary motivation behind this ban?Options
ATo promote local handicraft industries.BTo protect the fragile ecosystem and biodiversity of the Western Ghats.CTo reduce waste generation in urban areas.DTo encourage the use of alternative packaging materials statewide.
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Correct answer
To protect the fragile ecosystem and biodiversity of the Western Ghats.
Explanation
The ban on plastic items in the Western Ghats is aimed at protecting its environment and biodiversity.
Q4A renal transplant was successfully performed under the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister’s Comprehensive Health Insurance Scheme. Which health scheme covers such advanced medical procedures for eligible beneficiaries in the state?Options
AKalaignar Health Insurance SchemeBPradhan Mantri Jan Arogya YojanaCTamil Nadu Chief Minister’s Comprehensive Health Insurance Scheme (CMCHIS)DMakkalai Thedi Maruthuvam Scheme
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Correct answer
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister’s Comprehensive Health Insurance Scheme (CMCHIS)
Explanation
The news explicitly states the renal transplant was successful under the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister’s Comprehensive Health Insurance Scheme.
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Q5The construction of TNIMHANS is nearing completion in Tamil Nadu. What does TNIMHANS stand for?Options
ATamil Nadu Institute of Medical Health and Allied Nursing ServicesBTamil Nadu Institute of Mental Health and Neuro SciencesCTamil Nadu Integrated Medical and Healthcare Advanced SystemsDTamil Nadu International Medical and Hospital Administration Network
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Tamil Nadu Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences
Explanation
TNIMHANS stands for Tamil Nadu Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences, a significant healthcare infrastructure project.
Q6Which government music college in Chennai is set to introduce undergraduate (UG) courses in mridhangam and flute?Options
AKalakshetra FoundationBTamil Nadu Dr. J. Jayalalithaa Music and Fine Arts UniversityCGovernment Music College, ChennaiDAnnamalai University, Department of Music
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Correct answer
Government Music College, Chennai
Explanation
The article specifically mentions "Govt. music college in Chennai will introduce UG courses in mridhangam, flute."
Q7A study by the T.N. Pollution Control Board found elevated levels of mercury in waterbodies near which major industrial corporation in Tamil Nadu?Options
ATamil Nadu Cements Corporation (TANCEM)BTamil Nadu Newsprint and Papers Limited (TNPL)CNeyveli Lignite Corporation (NLC)DChennai Petroleum Corporation Limited (CPCL)
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Neyveli Lignite Corporation (NLC)
Explanation
The study found elevated levels of mercury in water bodies near Neyveli Lignite Corporation.
Q8What are "water bears," the tiny creatures that ISRO plans to send to the International Space Station with the Axiom-4 mission?Options
AA new species of algae found in space.BTardigrades, known for their extreme resilience.CMicro-organisms designed for water purification in space.DGenetically modified bacteria for extraterrestrial farming.
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Correct answer
Tardigrades, known for their extreme resilience.
Explanation
"Water bears" are a common name for tardigrades, known for their ability to survive extreme conditions, and ISRO is sending them to the Space Station.
Q9NISAR is a joint Earth observation mission between which two space agencies?Options
AISRO and European Space Agency (ESA)BNASA and Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA)CISRO and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)DRoscosmos and China National Space Administration (CNSA)
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ISRO and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
Explanation
NISAR is a joint $1.5 billion mission by ISRO and NASA.
Q10Tamil Nadu recently formed a high-level committee. What is the primary purpose of this committee?Options
ATo strengthen the state's autonomy and recommend ways to protect it.BTo attract foreign investments in the manufacturing sector.CTo promote Tamil language and culture globally.DTo address inter-state water disputes.
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To strengthen the state's autonomy and recommend ways to protect it.
Explanation
Tamil Nadu has formed a High-Level Committee to strengthen state autonomy.