Daily Current Affairs - 2025-05-21
Q1Why has the Tamil Nadu government moved the Supreme Court against the Union government recently?Options
AOver the allocation of Cauvery water to other statesBFor withholding education funds, especially for the Samagra Shiksha schemeCRegarding the delay in implementing the Chennai Metro Rail Phase II projectDTo challenge the RBI's new guidelines on gold loans
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For withholding education funds, especially for the Samagra Shiksha scheme
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government has moved the Supreme Court against the Union government for allegedly withholding over ₹2,000 crore in education funds, primarily for the Samagra Shiksha scheme, due to the state's non-implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP).
Q2What is the name of the new working women’s hostels recently inaugurated by Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin?Options
AMagalir IllamBThozhiCAnnai IllamDPengal Viduthi
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Thozhi
Explanation
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin recently inaugurated three new 'Thozhi' working women’s hostels, providing safe and affordable accommodation for women in the workforce.
Q3Which Tamil Nadu-based educational institution has launched an initiative to prevent road accidents?Options
AAnna UniversityBVellore Institute of Technology (VIT)CIIT-MadrasDMadras Institute of Technology (MIT)
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IIT-Madras
Explanation
IIT-Madras has rolled out an initiative aimed at preventing road accidents, showcasing its commitment to public safety and technological solutions.
Q4What is ISRO's target year for launching India's first human spaceflight mission, 'Gaganyaan'?Options
A2025B2027C2030D2035
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2027
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ISRO is preparing for India's first human spaceflight mission, Gaganyaan, which is targeted for launch by 2027, with an uncrewed mission planned for this year.
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Q5Which traditional Tamil Nadu product is now being sold in bottled form in Chennai organic stores?Options
APalm Nectar (Pathaneer)BSugarcane JuiceCTender Coconut WaterDMillet Drink
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Palm Nectar (Pathaneer)
Explanation
Palm nectar, also known as Pathaneer, a traditional and refreshing drink from Tamil Nadu, is now available in bottled form in Chennai organic stores.
Q6The Tamil Nadu government and which major bank recently signed an MoU for salary packages for its employees?Options
AHDFC BankBICICI BankCState Bank of India (SBI)DAxis Bank
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State Bank of India (SBI)
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the State Bank of India (SBI) for providing salary packages to its employees.
Q7Which two central government organizations are holding a joint outreach programme in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu?Options
ANITI Aayog and Ministry of FinanceBESIC and EPFOCRBI and SEBIDDoT and TRAI
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ESIC and EPFO
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The Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) and the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) are set to hold a joint outreach programme in Coimbatore.
Q8What concerning discovery was made during the autopsy of a pregnant elephant that died in Coimbatore?Options
APresence of a rare virusBSevere malnutritionCTraces of illegal hunting trapsDPlastic bags found in its digestive system
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Plastic bags found in its digestive system
Explanation
During the autopsy of a pregnant elephant that died in Coimbatore, plastic bags were found in its digestive system, highlighting the grave environmental threat of plastic pollution to wildlife.
Q9Which major river in Tamil Nadu recently saw the beginning of encroachment demolition activities near Anakaputhur?Options
ACauvery RiverBVaigai RiverCAdyar RiverDCooum River
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Adyar River
Explanation
Demolition of encroachments along the Adyar River near Anakaputhur has begun as part of efforts to restore and preserve the river ecosystem.
Q10What specific power of the Governor is the Tamil Nadu government trying to challenge through a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) in the Supreme Court?Options
APower to assent billsBPower to appoint Chief MinisterCPower to appoint Vice-Chancellors of state universitiesDPower to summon the legislative assembly
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Power to appoint Vice-Chancellors of state universities
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government has moved the Supreme Court to transfer a PIL challenging laws that take away the Governor’s power to appoint Vice-Chancellors of state universities, a significant point of contention between the state government and the Governor.