Daily Current Affairs - 2025-04-22
Q1The Tamil Nadu government recently approved the Chennai Metro Rail’s Airport-Kilambakkam project and forwarded the proposal to the Centre. This project falls under which phase of Chennai Metro Rail development?Options
APhase I ExtensionBPhase IICPhase IIIDPhase IV
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Phase II
Explanation
The Airport-Kilambakkam project is part of Chennai Metro Rail Phase II. The article mentions the approval and forwarding to the Centre.
Q2In which city does the Tamil Nadu government plan to commission a defence and aerospace park by the end of 2025?Options
AChennaiBCoimbatoreCHosurDSalem
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Coimbatore
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government plans to commission a defence and aerospace park in Coimbatore by the end of 2025.
Q3The Tamil Nadu government is applying for a Geographical Indication (GI) tag for tamarind from which district?Options
AMaduraiBDharmapuriCTirunelveliDKrishnagiri
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Dharmapuri
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government is in the process of applying for a GI tag for tamarind specifically from Dharmapuri district.
Q4Which major canal in Erode district is set to undergo development works worth ₹83 crore?Options
AKaveri CanalBBhavani Sagar CanalCKalingarayan CanalDKodiveri Canal
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Kalingarayan Canal
Explanation
Development works are planned for Erode's Kalingarayan canal and its baby channels at an estimated cost of ₹83 crore.
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Q5The 'Naan Mudhalvan' scheme, a flagship program of the Tamil Nadu government, is primarily aimed at what?Options
AProviding financial aid to farmersBEnhancing skills and employment for youthCPromoting tourism in rural areasDBuilding new infrastructure projects
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Enhancing skills and employment for youth
Explanation
The 'Naan Mudhalvan' scheme is highlighted for its role in helping aspirants clear civil services exams, indicating its focus on skill development and career enhancement for youth.
Q6Which endangered species in Tamil Nadu is currently undergoing its second synchronized estimation, covering 36 new blocks?Options
ABengal TigerBIndian ElephantCNilgiri TahrDGaur
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Nilgiri Tahr
Explanation
The second synchronized estimation of Nilgiri tahr, the state animal of Tamil Nadu, is underway, covering an expanded area.
Q7Which Indian city is set to host India’s first Quantum Computing Village?Options
ABengaluruBHyderabadCAmaravatiDPune
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Amaravati
Explanation
A meeting was held on India's first Quantum Computing Village in Amaravati, indicating its planned location.
Q8The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) has partnered with which major technology company to launch 'AI Careers for Women'?Options
AGoogleBIBMCMicrosoftDAmazon
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Microsoft
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MSDE and Microsoft have collaborated to launch 'AI Careers for Women' by establishing Centers of Excellence in women's colleges.
Q9Which former committee was constituted by the Tamil Nadu government to study Centre-State relations, as recalled in recent discussions?Options
ASarkaria CommissionBPunchhi CommissionCRajamannar CommitteeDM. M. Singh Committee
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Rajamannar Committee
Explanation
The article discusses Tamil Nadu's previous attempt to study Centre-State relations through the Rajamannar Committee.
Q10According to the ISRO Chief, approximately how many satellites is India planning to launch in the next three years to enhance border and coastal surveillance?Options
A50-75B100-150C200-250D300+
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100-150
Explanation
The ISRO Chief stated that India plans to launch 100-150 satellites in the next three years for enhanced surveillance.
Q11The Madras High Court recently ordered pay enhancement for which group of healthcare workers in Tamil Nadu?Options
ADoctorsBParamedicsCContract NursesDSanitation Workers
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Contract Nurses
Explanation
The Madras High Court ordered enhancement of pay offered to 8,573 contract nurses in Tamil Nadu.
Q12Which prominent institute in Chennai recently saw CM M.K. Stalin unveil a statue of the renowned Dr. V. Shanta?Options
AMadras Medical CollegeBAdyar Cancer InstituteCStanley Medical CollegeDGovernment General Hospital
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Adyar Cancer Institute
Explanation
CM M.K. Stalin unveiled a statue of Dr. V. Shanta at the Adyar Cancer Institute in Chennai.
Q13The Udangudi power plants, expected to be commissioned by the end of 2025, are located in which district of Tamil Nadu?Options
ARamanathapuramBThoothukudiCNagapattinamDCuddalore
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Thoothukudi
Explanation
The Udangudi power plants are located in Thoothukudi district.
Q14What is the primary sector that achieved a historic milestone with a turnover of Rs 1.70 lakh crore, as per a recent report?Options
AInformation TechnologyBAutomobile IndustryCKhadi-Village IndustriesDPharmaceuticals
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Khadi-Village Industries
Explanation
The Khadi-Village Industries Sector recorded a historic milestone with a turnover of Rs 1.70 lakh crore.
Q15The Madras High Court recently issued notice on a plea regarding the use of which material in road construction, citing environmental concerns?Options
APlastic wasteBFly ashCFurnace oilDRed sand
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Furnace oil
Explanation
A plea against using furnace oil to build roads was filed in the Madras High Court, prompting the court to issue a notice.