Daily Current Affairs - 2025-05-05
Q1Which Tamil Nadu Minister recently announced that an international university is considering establishing a campus in the state?Options
AM.K. StalinBUdhayanidhi StalinCPalanivel Thiaga RajanDThangam Thennarasu
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Correct answer
Palanivel Thiaga Rajan
Explanation
Tamil Nadu Minister Palanivel Thiaga Rajan stated that an international university is looking to set up its campus in the state, which would be a significant boost for higher education.
Q2The Tamil Nadu government recently notified a hike in wage rates for beneficiaries of which central government scheme?Options
APradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY)BAyushman BharatCMGNREGSDPradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN)
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MGNREGS
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government has notified a hike in wage rates for beneficiaries under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS).
Q3What is causing scores of teenagers in Tamil Nadu to be at risk of losing their Public Distribution System (PDS) rations?Options
ANon-renewal of ration cardsBOutdated biometric dataCLack of Aadhaar linkageDFailure to collect rations regularly
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Correct answer
Outdated biometric data
Explanation
Outdated biometric data, particularly for teenagers whose fingerprints may have changed, is putting them at risk of losing their PDS rations in Tamil Nadu.
Q4Which endangered species' population is showing signs of revival in its traditional habitats within the Coimbatore Forest Division of Tamil Nadu?Options
AIndian ElephantBBengal TigerCNilgiri TahrDLion-tailed Macaque
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Correct answer
Nilgiri Tahr
Explanation
The traditional Nilgiri Tahr habitats in the Coimbatore Forest Division are showing positive signs of population revival for the endangered species.
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Q5Where is a statue of Karl Marx planned to be installed in Chennai?Options
AAnna Centenary LibraryBConnemara Public LibraryCMadras High CourtDEgmore Museum
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Connemara Public Library
Explanation
A statue of Karl Marx is slated for installation at the Connemara Public Library in Chennai.
Q6Chief Minister M.K. Stalin recently presented royalties to the families of five Tamil scholars whose literary works have been nationalised by the state government. What does 'nationalisation of works' primarily imply in this context?Options
AThe works become the property of the nation, and the government acquires the copyrights.BThe works are translated into all official languages of India.CThe authors receive international recognition and awards.DThe works are exclusively taught in government schools.
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The works become the property of the nation, and the government acquires the copyrights.
Explanation
The nationalisation of literary works by the government implies that the copyrights are acquired by the state, making the works publicly accessible and often involving royalty payments to the original authors' families.
Q7India's first human spaceflight mission, 'Gaganyaan', is now targeted for launch in which year?Options
A2025B2026C2027D2028
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Correct answer
2027
Explanation
ISRO chief S. Somanath confirmed that the Gaganyaan mission, India’s first human spaceflight, is now targeted for launch in the first quarter of 2027.
Q8Which Indian organization successfully conducted the maiden flight of India's first Stratospheric Airship Platform?Options
AIndian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)BDefence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)CHindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)DNational Aerospace Laboratories (NAL)
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Correct answer
Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
Explanation
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully conducted the maiden flight of India's first Stratospheric Airship Platform, a significant leap in surveillance capabilities.
Q9The Indian government recently notified a cashless treatment scheme for victims of which type of incident nationwide?Options
AIndustrial accidentsBNatural disastersCRoad accidentsDWorkplace injuries
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Road accidents
Explanation
The government has notified a cashless treatment scheme for road accident victims nationwide, ensuring timely medical care without immediate financial burden.
Q10What is India's first mortgage-backed financial instrument recently listed on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) called?Options
AReal Estate Investment Trusts (REITs)BInfrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs)CPass Through Certificates (PTCs)DCommercial Papers (CPs)
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Correct answer
Pass Through Certificates (PTCs)
Explanation
India's first mortgage-backed Pass Through Certificates (PTCs) were recently listed on the National Stock Exchange, marking a new milestone in financial instruments.
Q11India recently concluded a mutually beneficial Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with which country?Options
AUnited StatesBJapanCUnited KingdomDAustralia
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United Kingdom
Explanation
Prime Minister Modi and Prime Minister Starmer welcomed the conclusion of a mutually beneficial India-UK Free Trade Agreement and the Double Contribution Convention.
Q12According to Union Tourism Minister Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, which industry is set to be a major economic driver for India, generating high-quality jobs?Options
AAutomobile ManufacturingBInformation TechnologyCMICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) IndustryDAgriculture and Food Processing
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Correct answer
MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) Industry
Explanation
Union Tourism Minister Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat stated that India’s MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) Industry is set to be a major economic driver, generating high-quality jobs.