Daily Current Affairs - 2025-05-07
Q1In a recent Tamil Nadu Cabinet reshuffle, who was allotted the Law portfolio?Options
ADuraimuruganBRegupathyCM.R.K. PanneerselvamDS. S. C. Vasan
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Duraimurugan
Explanation
Following a recent Cabinet reshuffle in Tamil Nadu, Duraimurugan was allotted the Law portfolio.
Q2The Tamil Nadu government is planning to extend the coverage of 'Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thogai Thittam' to which new group?Options
AFresh ration cardholdersBSelf-help group membersCTransgender individualsDMigrant workers
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Fresh ration cardholders
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government is considering extending the 'Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thogai Thittam' to fresh ration cardholders, expanding the scheme's reach.
Q3The Tamil Nadu government recently signed MoUs with IN-SPACe to establish which of the following in the state?Options
ACentre of Excellence for Space Technologies and Space Manufacturing ParkBISRO Propulsion Complex and Satellite Assembly UnitCIndian Deep Space Network and Launch Vehicle Integration FacilityDAeronautical Test Range and Drone Research Centre
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Centre of Excellence for Space Technologies and Space Manufacturing Park
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government and IN-SPACe signed MoUs to set up a Centre of Excellence for Space Technologies and a Space Manufacturing Park in the state.
Q4Chennai is set to resume receiving Krishna water supply from which neighboring state?Options
AAndhra PradeshBKarnatakaCKeralaDTelangana
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Andhra Pradesh
Explanation
After a brief hiatus, Chennai is scheduled to receive Krishna water supply from Andhra Pradesh again.
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Q5Sirumalai, which recently received ₹10 crore from the Tamil Nadu government for a facelift, is located in which district?Options
AMaduraiBDindigulCTheniDVirudhunagar
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Dindigul
Explanation
Sirumalai, a hill station, received ₹10 crore from the state government for a facelift and is located in the Dindigul district.
Q6Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin recently declared which date as 'Traders Day' (வியாபாரிகள் தினம்) for the state?Options
AMay 1stBMay 5thCJune 1stDJuly 5th
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May 5th
Explanation
Chief Minister M.K. Stalin announced that May 5th will be observed as 'Traders Day' in Tamil Nadu.
Q7Which educational initiative of Tamil Nadu has recently gained national attention for its impressive results?Options
AModel Schools (மாதிரிப் பள்ளிகள்)BSmart Classrooms (ஸ்மார்ட் வகுப்பறைகள்)CVocational Training Centers (தொழிற்கல்வி மையங்கள்)DDigital Libraries (டிஜிட்டல் நூலகங்கள்)
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Correct answer
Model Schools (மாதிரிப் பள்ளிகள்)
Explanation
Chief Minister Stalin stated that Tamil Nadu’s model schools have caught national attention with their results.
Q8NLCIL, a major public sector undertaking based in Tamil Nadu, recently signed an MoU with which entity for collaboration in critical minerals?Options
AIndian Rare Earths LimitedBGeological Survey of IndiaCNational Mineral Development CorporationDOil and Natural Gas Corporation
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Indian Rare Earths Limited
Explanation
NLCIL signed an MoU with Indian Rare Earths Limited (IREL) for collaboration in critical minerals.
Q9India's maiden human spaceflight mission, Gaganyaan, is now targeted for launch in which period?Options
AFirst quarter of 2027BFourth quarter of 2026CMid-2028DEarly 2029
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First quarter of 2027
Explanation
ISRO Chief and Union Minister Jitendra Singh have stated that the Gaganyaan human spaceflight mission is targeted for the first quarter of 2027.
Q10What advanced orbital maneuver did ISRO's twin satellites recently perform at an altitude of 500 km above Earth?Options
ASpace 'Dogfight' (orbital proximity operations)BDeep space rendezvousCAtmospheric re-entry testDLunar orbit insertion
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Space 'Dogfight' (orbital proximity operations)
Explanation
ISRO's twin satellites performed a space 'dogfight', demonstrating advanced orbital proximity operations at 500 km altitude.
Q11The Union Cabinet recently approved a new scheme for the upgradation of Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) and the establishment of how many National Centres of Excellence for Skilling?Options
AThreeBFiveCSevenDTen
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Five
Explanation
The Union Cabinet approved a National Scheme for ITI Upgradation and the setting up of five National Centres of Excellence for Skilling.
Q12Which advanced technology for jet engines has DRDO recently mastered, contributing significantly to India's aero engine self-reliance?Options
AHigh-Pressure Turbine Blade DevelopmentBSupersonic Combustion Ramjet (Scramjet) EngineCHypersonic Air-breathing EngineDVariable Cycle Engine
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High-Pressure Turbine Blade Development
Explanation
DRDO has successfully mastered the development of High-Pressure Turbine Blades for jet engines, a critical step towards aero engine self-reliance.
Q13The 'NAMASTE Scheme', for which sanitation kits and Ayushman Cards were distributed, primarily aims to support which group of workers?Options
AAgricultural labourersBSafai Karamcharis (sanitation workers)CConstruction workersDHealthcare workers
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Safai Karamcharis (sanitation workers)
Explanation
The NAMASTE Scheme focuses on the welfare and safety of Safai Karamcharis (sanitation workers) by providing them with essential kits and healthcare benefits.
Q14Which department/ministry is inviting public suggestions on the Draft Framework of 'India's Climate Finance Taxonomy'?Options
ADepartment of Economic Affairs, Ministry of FinanceBMinistry of Environment, Forest and Climate ChangeCNITI AayogDMinistry of Corporate Affairs
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Department of Economic Affairs, Ministry of Finance
Explanation
The Department of Economic Affairs, Ministry of Finance, is seeking suggestions on the Draft Framework of 'India's Climate Finance Taxonomy'.
Q15India plans to send an astronaut to the International Space Station (ISS) as part of a joint mission with which international space agency?Options
ANASABRoscosmosCESADJAXA
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NASA
Explanation
India is set to send an astronaut to the ISS as part of a collaborative mission with NASA, demonstrating strengthening space ties.
Q16India recently stated it reserves the right to retaliate if which country's proposed carbon tax negatively impacts its exports?Options
AUnited StatesBEuropean UnionCUnited KingdomDChina
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United Kingdom
Explanation
An Indian official stated that India reserves the right to retaliate if the UK's proposed carbon tax adversely affects its exports.