Daily Current Affairs - 2025-05-16
Q1What is the primary objective of the new climate plan recently launched in Tamil Nadu?Options
ATo promote renewable energy sources across the stateBTo boost resilience in drought and flood-prone districtsCTo reduce industrial pollution in urban centersDTo increase green cover in major metropolitan areas
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To boost resilience in drought and flood-prone districts
Explanation
A new climate plan has been launched with the aim of boosting resilience in Tamil Nadu’s districts that are susceptible to drought and floods.
Q2What was the recent growth rate observed in Tamil Nadu's agriculture and allied activities sector?Options
APositive growth rateBNegative growth rateCStagnant growth rateDExponential growth rate
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Negative growth rate
Explanation
Tamil Nadu recently recorded a negative growth rate in its agriculture and allied activities sector.
Q3The Tamil Nadu government is planning to move the Supreme Court over the Centre withholding funds related to which policy?Options
AGoods and Services Tax (GST)BNew Education Policy (NEP)CSwachh Bharat AbhiyanDAyushman Bharat Scheme
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New Education Policy (NEP)
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government is preparing to move the Supreme Court concerning the Centre's withholding of funds, particularly in relation to the New Education Policy (NEP) and dues under the RTE Act.
Q4The Department of Posts recently released a commemorative postage stamp celebrating the 125th anniversary of which significant scientific institution in Tamil Nadu?Options
AIndian Institute of Technology MadrasBMadras Institute of TechnologyCKodaikanal Solar ObservatoryDAnna University
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Kodaikanal Solar Observatory
Explanation
A commemorative postage stamp was released to celebrate 125 years of the Kodaikanal Solar Observatory in Tamil Nadu.
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Q5What was the primary objective of ISRO's recently attempted EOS-09 satellite mission, which failed due to a stage-3 pressure drop?Options
ADeep-space explorationBPlanetary mappingCEarth observation, including all-weather and night-time surveillanceDCommunication relay for remote areas
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Earth observation, including all-weather and night-time surveillance
Explanation
The EOS-09 satellite was intended for Earth observation, specifically to enhance India's all-weather and night-time surveillance capabilities.
Q6India is set to conduct its first-ever biological experiments aboard the ISS AXIOM 4 mission. What is the primary focus of these experiments?Options
ATo test new propulsion technologies.BTo study the sustainability of human life in space.CTo search for extraterrestrial life.DTo deploy communication satellites.
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To study the sustainability of human life in space.
Explanation
India will conduct its first biological experiments aboard the ISS AXIOM 4 mission to study the sustainability of human life in space.
Q7Aadhaar authentication recently crossed a significant milestone, strengthening India's digital economy and welfare services. What was this milestone?Options
A10 billion transactionsB50 billion transactionsC100 billion transactionsD150 billion transactions
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150 billion transactions
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Aadhaar authentication recently crossed 150 billion transactions, showcasing its pivotal role in India's digital economy and welfare services.
Q8Under which initiative did the Tamil Nadu Forest Department plant Casuarina equisetifolia saplings and palmyra seeds along the Attangarai seashore?Options
ABlue Flag MissionBCoastal Restoration ProjectCGreen T.N. MissionDSave Our Seas Campaign
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Green T.N. Mission
Explanation
The planting of Casuarina equisetifolia saplings and palmyra seeds along the Attangarai seashore was carried out under the Green T.N. Mission.
Q9What is the primary objective of India's "Samudrayaan Mission"?Options
ATo develop a new naval submarineBDeep sea exploration and study of marine biodiversityCTo establish offshore wind farmsDTo monitor coastal erosion
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Deep sea exploration and study of marine biodiversity
Explanation
The Samudrayaan Mission is India's Deep Ocean Mission, focused on deep sea exploration and understanding marine biodiversity.
Q10The Madras High Court recently set aside the FSSAI licence suspension of which Dindigul-based company, involved in the Tirupati laddu ghee controversy?Options
AHatsun Agro ProductBAavin DairyCA.R. Dairy FoodDDodla Dairy
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Correct answer
A.R. Dairy Food
Explanation
The Madras High Court set aside the suspension of the FSSAI licence for Dindigul-based A.R. Dairy Food in connection with the Tirupati laddu ghee controversy.