Daily Current Affairs - 2025-05-01
Q1What is the target investment and job creation envisioned under Tamil Nadu's new electronics scheme?Options
A₹20,000 crore investment, 40,000 jobsB₹30,000 crore investment, 60,000 jobsC₹40,000 crore investment, 80,000 jobsD₹50,000 crore investment, 1,00,000 jobs
Options
Correct answer
₹30,000 crore investment, 60,000 jobs
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu electronics scheme aims to attract ₹30,000 crore in investment and create 60,000 jobs.
Q2How much amount has the Central government sanctioned to Tamil Nadu under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS)?Options
A₹1,999 croreB₹2,999 croreC₹3,999 croreD₹4,999 crore
Options
Correct answer
₹2,999 crore
Explanation
The Centre has sanctioned about ₹2,999 crore to Tamil Nadu under MGNREGS.
Q3Which phase of the Chennai Peripheral Ring Road Project recently saw its work launched by T.N. Deputy CM Udhayanidhi?Options
APhase 1BPhase 2CPhase 3DPhase 4
Options
Correct answer
Phase 3
Explanation
Deputy CM Udhayanidhi launched work on Phase 3 of the Chennai Peripheral Ring Road Project.
Q4Which entity has the Chennai Corporation authorised to collect parking fees in 10 locations across the city?Options
AGreater Chennai Traffic PoliceBTamil Nadu Ex-Servicemen CorporationCPrivate Parking ContractorsDChennai Metro Rail Limited
Options
Correct answer
Tamil Nadu Ex-Servicemen Corporation
Explanation
The Chennai Corporation has authorised the T.N. Ex-Servicemen Corporation to collect parking fees in 10 locations. This initiative supports ex-servicemen.
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Q5What is the Madras High Court's recent directive to the Tamil Nadu Police Department regarding CCTNS 2.0?Options
ATo suspend the implementation of CCTNS 2.0BTo complete the implementation of CCTNS 2.0 within six monthsCTo implement CCTNS 2.0 within four monthsDTo review the benefits of CCTNS 2.0
Options
Correct answer
To implement CCTNS 2.0 within four months
Explanation
The Madras High Court directed the Tamil Nadu Police Department to implement CCTNS 2.0 within four months. CCTNS (Crime and Criminal Tracking Network & Systems) is a national project to create a comprehensive and integrated IT-enabled system for enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of policing.
Q6Which awards were recently presented by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin to farmers for excellence in organic farming?Options
AHarit Kranti AwardsBNammazhvar AwardsCGreen Revolution AwardsDSustainable Agriculture Awards
Options
Correct answer
Nammazhvar Awards
Explanation
Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin presented Nammazhvar Awards to three farmers for excellence in organic agriculture.
Q7Tantransco plans to lay an underground Extra High Tension (EHT) power cable on the riverbed of which river at Thiruvanaikoil?Options
ACauveryBVaigaiCThamirabaraniDKollidam
Options
Correct answer
Kollidam
Explanation
Tantransco plans to lay an underground EHT power cable on the Kollidam riverbed at Thiruvanaikoil.
Q8A farmers' forum in Tamil Nadu is seeking the completion of which inter-state water project, crucial for the state's irrigation and drinking water needs?Options
ACauvery Delta ProjectBKrishna River ProjectCTelugu Ganga ProjectDPeriyar-Vaigai Project
Options
Correct answer
Telugu Ganga Project
Explanation
A farmers’ forum is seeking completion of the Telugu Ganga project, which is vital for Tamil Nadu's water security.
Q9Which two organizations have signed an agreement to provide improved access to finance, relevant technologies, and a safe work environment for wastepickers?Options
AMinistry of Environment and World BankBMinistry of Labour and ILOCDoSJE and UNDPDNITI Aayog and UNICEF
Options
Correct answer
DoSJE and UNDP
Explanation
The Department of Social Justice and Empowerment (DoSJE) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) signed an agreement for the welfare of wastepickers.
Q10India Post has recently launched a new service at affordable prices for educational books and socio-cultural literature. What is this service called?Options
AVidya VahiniBShiksha SetuCGyan PostDPustak Path
Options
Correct answer
Gyan Post
Explanation
India Post started 'Gyan Post' Service at affordable prices for Educational Books and Socio-Cultural literature.
Q11What is the primary focus of ISRO's first experiments to be conducted on the International Space Station (ISS) during the Axiom Mission 4?Options
ADeveloping new propulsion systemsBStudying microgravity effects on food and life support systemsCExploring deep space communicationDTesting advanced robotics for lunar missions
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Correct answer
Studying microgravity effects on food and life support systems
Explanation
ISRO will test various aspects related to food and life support systems in microgravity conditions on the ISS, as part of its initial experiments.
Q12What is the main purpose of the 'Depot Darpan' portal and mobile application?Options
ATo track public transportationBTo manage election logisticsCTo ensure food storage depots meet quality and performance standardsDTo monitor agricultural produce prices
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Correct answer
To ensure food storage depots meet quality and performance standards
Explanation
The Depot Darpan portal & mobile application is designed to ensure Food Storage depots meet the highest quality & performance standards.
Q13According to a recent RBI report, India's total exports for 2024-25 grew by what percentage to reach a record high?Options
A4.50%B5.25%C6.01%D7.10%
Options
Correct answer
6.01%
Explanation
India’s total exports grew by 6.01% to reach a record $824.9 Billion in 2024–25, as per the RBI report.
Q14Who has recently taken over as the Deputy Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)?Options
AShaktikanta DasBT. Rabi SankarCM. Rajeshwar RaoDPoonam Gupta
Options
Correct answer
Poonam Gupta
Explanation
Poonam Gupta has recently taken over as RBI Deputy Governor.
Q15India and which major economic bloc have reaffirmed their commitment to conclude an ambitious Free Trade Agreement (FTA) by the end of 2025?Options
AASEANBBRICSCEuropean Union (EU)DSAARC
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Correct answer
European Union (EU)
Explanation
India and the EU have reaffirmed commitment to conclude an ambitious FTA by the end of 2025.
Q16Regarding the recent discussions on a caste census in India, what is Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin's primary concern?Options
AIts potential to delay other welfare schemesBIts financial implications on state budgetsCIts political expediency, given the timingDIts impact on national unity
Options
Correct answer
Its political expediency, given the timing
Explanation
Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin stated that the BJP-led Union government's sudden move to conduct a caste census reeks of political expediency.