Daily Current Affairs - 2025-05-09
Q1The Tamil Nadu government recently imposed a ban on mayonnaise made from raw eggs. What was the primary reason cited for this ban?Options
ATo promote local oil productionBConcerns over food safety and public healthCHigh import costsDTo reduce waste in restaurants
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Correct answer
Concerns over food safety and public health
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government banned mayonnaise made from raw eggs due to concerns over food safety and public health, as raw eggs can carry pathogens like Salmonella.
Q2What is the recommended default AC temperature promoted by an awareness campaign in Chennai for energy conservation?Options
A18°CB20°CC24°CD26°C
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24°C
Explanation
A campaign in Chennai is raising awareness to set the default AC temperature at 24°C to conserve energy.
Q3The Tamil Nadu government has sanctioned ₹150 crore for which flagship scheme for the financial year 2025-26?Options
APudhumai Penn ThittamBKalaignar Magalir Urimai ThittamCNamakku Naame ThittamDMakkalai Thedi Maruthuvam
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Namakku Naame Thittam
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government sanctioned ₹150 crore for the Namakku Naame Thittam for the financial year 2025-26, a scheme promoting public participation in infrastructure development.
Q4The Tamil Nadu government recently extended the order permitting shops and establishments to remain open 24x7 on all days. Until which year has this extension been granted?Options
A2026B2027C2028D2029
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2028
Explanation
The order permitting shops and establishments in Tamil Nadu to remain open 24x7 on all days has been extended till 2028.
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Q5Which Tamil Nadu police wing issued an alert against phishing links disguised as news on 'Operation Sindoor'?Options
ATraffic Police WingBCyber Crime WingCLaw and Order WingDCoastal Security Group
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Cyber Crime Wing
Explanation
The Cyber Crime Wing of the T.N. police issued an alert against phishing links disguised as news on 'Operation Sindoor'.
Q6The Tamil Nadu government has opened a help desk for its students stranded in which Indian Union Territory/State?Options
ALadakhBJammu and KashmirCUttarakhandDHimachal Pradesh
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Jammu and Kashmir
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government opened a help desk for its students stranded in Jammu and Kashmir, responding to appeals from parents.
Q7Chief Minister M.K. Stalin recently led a solidarity rally in Chennai to express support for which institution?Options
ATamil Nadu PoliceBIndian Armed ForcesCIndian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)DPublic Sector Banks
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Indian Armed Forces
Explanation
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin led a rally on May 10 in Chennai to express solidarity with the Indian Armed Forces and honor their bravery.
Q8The Supreme Court recently refused to hear a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking the implementation of NEP 2020's Three-Language Rule in which Indian state?Options
AKeralaBWest BengalCOdishaDTamil Nadu
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Tamil Nadu
Explanation
The Supreme Court refused to hear a PIL asking for the implementation of NEP 2020’s Three-Language Rule in Tamil Nadu.
Q9Which three Indian states, including Tamil Nadu, have attained U.N. Sustainable Development Goals in MMR, U5MR, and NMR, according to a recent report?Options
AKarnataka, Gujarat, Tamil NaduBKerala, Maharashtra, Tamil NaduCAndhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil NaduDRajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu
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Kerala, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu
Explanation
Kerala, Maharashtra, and Tamil Nadu have attained U.N. Sustainable Development Goals in MMR (Maternal Mortality Ratio), U5MR (Under-5 Mortality Rate), and NMR (Neonatal Mortality Rate), as per a recent report.
Q10The grand library in Tirunelveli will be named after which prominent personality, as announced by the Chief Minister?Options
APeriyar E.V. RamasamyBKamarajCQuaid -E-MillathDC.N. Annadurai
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Correct answer
Quaid -E-Millath
Explanation
The Chief Minister announced that the grand library in Tirunelveli will be named after Quaid -E-Millath.
Q11India recently signed Terms of Reference (ToR) for Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) negotiations with which South American country?Options
ABrazilBArgentinaCChileDPeru
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Chile
Explanation
India and Chile signed Terms of Reference for Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement Negotiations.
Q12Which global sovereign credit rating agency recently upgraded India's rating to 'BBB' with a 'Stable' trend?Options
AMoody'sBS&P Global RatingsCFitch RatingsDMorningstar DBRS
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Morningstar DBRS
Explanation
Morningstar DBRS, a global sovereign credit rating agency, upgraded India’s sovereign credit rating to ‘BBB’ with a ‘Stable’ trend.
Q13Which of the following Jan Suraksha Schemes recently completed 10 years of providing social security cover?Options
APradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY)BPradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN)CPradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY), Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY), and Atal Pension Yojana (APY)DAyushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY)
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Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY), Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY), and Atal Pension Yojana (APY)
Explanation
Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY), Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY), and Atal Pension Yojana (APY) recently completed 10 years of providing social security cover.
Q14The Pakal Dul project, whose power line approval was fast-tracked by the Centre, is associated with which major river system?Options
AGanga River SystemBBrahmaputra River SystemCIndus River SystemDGodavari River System
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Indus River System
Explanation
The Pakal Dul project is located on the Marusudar river, a tributary of the Chenab river, which is part of the Indus Waters Treaty system.
Q15Which ISRO satellite is set to launch as the 7th spy satellite to provide border surveillance and national security?Options
AChandrayaan-3BAditya-L1CRISAT-1BDGaganyaan-1
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Correct answer
RISAT-1B
Explanation
ISRO is set to launch its 7th spy satellite, RISAT-1B, which is designed to provide border surveillance and enhance national security.
Q16India’s first crewed space flight, Gaganyaan mission, has been delayed and is now expected to launch in which year?Options
AEarly 2026BLate 2026CEarly 2027DLate 2027
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Early 2027
Explanation
India’s First Crewed Space Flight, the Gaganyaan mission, has been delayed and is now expected to launch in early 2027.
Q17A civil defence preparedness drill was recently conducted at which nuclear power project in Tamil Nadu?Options
AKalpakkam Nuclear Power PlantBKudankulam Nuclear Power ProjectCMadras Atomic Power StationDIndira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research
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Correct answer
Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project
Explanation
A civil defence preparedness drill was conducted in the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project in Tamil Nadu.
Q18The Credit Guarantee Scheme for Startups (CGSS) was recently expanded to increase capital mobilization for startups. Which government body announced this expansion?Options
AMinistry of FinanceBMinistry of Commerce and IndustryCReserve Bank of India (RBI)DNITI Aayog
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Correct answer
Ministry of Commerce and Industry
Explanation
The Government notified the expansion of the Credit Guarantee Scheme for Startups (CGSS) to increase capital mobilization for startups. This is typically done by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.