Daily Current Affairs - 2025-05-25
Q1Why has Tamil Nadu recently adopted a state-level Space Sector Policy?Options
ATo centralize all space research under state controlBTo become a major hub for private sector space manufacturing and servicesCTo establish its own state-run space agencyDTo launch its own satellites independently
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Correct answer
To become a major hub for private sector space manufacturing and services
Explanation
Tamil Nadu adopted a space sector policy to position itself as a major hub for private sector space manufacturing and services, creating an ecosystem for the industry and generating employment opportunities.
Q2Which Tamil Nadu government organization supports SC/ST women by providing additional income through a school uniform stitching initiative?Options
APudhumai Penn SchemeBTAHDCOCTamil Nadu Corporation for Development of WomenDMahalir Thittam
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Correct answer
TAHDCO
Explanation
TAHDCO (Tamil Nadu Adi Dravidar Housing and Development Corporation) is running a school uniform stitching initiative that offers additional income to SC/ST women in Tamil Nadu.
Q3On which national platform did the Chennai Corporation recently list its municipal bonds, with the inauguration presided over by the Chief Minister?Options
ABombay Stock ExchangeBNational Stock ExchangeCMulti Commodity ExchangeDMadras Stock Exchange
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National Stock Exchange
Explanation
The Chennai Corporation's municipal bonds received an overwhelming response and were listed on the National Stock Exchange, inaugurated by Chief Minister M.K. Stalin.
Q4Which central government scheme's fund allocation for Tamil Nadu saw a reported dip in 2025-26?Options
AMid-Day Meal SchemeBSarva Shiksha AbhiyanCSamagra Shiksha SchemeDRashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan
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Samagra Shiksha Scheme
Explanation
The Samagra Shiksha Scheme, a central government initiative for school education, experienced a dip in its fund allocation for Tamil Nadu in the fiscal year 2025-26.
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Q5The Tamil Nadu government recently formed a city-level authority for urban disaster management in which city?Options
ACoimbatoreBMaduraiCChennaiDTiruchirappalli
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Chennai
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government has formed a city-level authority specifically for urban disaster management in Chennai.
Q6What is the primary concern raised by farmers and the Non-Resident Tamils Welfare Board regarding RBI's new gold loan norms?Options
AIncreased interest rates on gold loansBRestrictions on using gold loans for consumption purposesCMandatory linking of gold loans to agricultural landDReduced loan-to-value ratio for gold collateral
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Correct answer
Restrictions on using gold loans for consumption purposes
Explanation
The primary concern is that the new RBI norms restrict the use of gold loans for consumption purposes, which negatively impacts farmers and other individuals who often rely on such loans for immediate needs.
Q7Under the new Space Bill aimed at boosting India's private space sector, which central body is set to receive statutory powers?Options
AISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation)BAntrix CorporationCNewSpace India Limited (NSIL)DIN-SPACe (Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre)
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Correct answer
IN-SPACe (Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre)
Explanation
The Centre's new Space Bill aims to provide statutory powers to IN-SPACe to facilitate and regulate private sector participation in India's space economy.
Q8India recently partnered with which international organization to mainstream Ayush globally through a landmark agreement on traditional medicine interventions?Options
AUnited Nations (UN)BWorld Health Organization (WHO)CUNESCODWorld Medical Association (WMA)
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Correct answer
World Health Organization (WHO)
Explanation
India partnered with the World Health Organization (WHO) to mainstream Ayush (Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha, and Homoeopathy) globally through an agreement on traditional medicine interventions.
Q9When is the water from Mettur Dam scheduled to be released for delta irrigation in Tamil Nadu?Options
AMay 25BJune 12CJuly 15DAugust 10
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June 12
Explanation
Chief Minister is scheduled to release water from Mettur Dam for delta irrigation on June 12.
Q10Which remote hamlet in Erode district is soon to receive power supply after the completion of the tender process?Options
APerumbalaiBKathirimalaiCThalavadiDBhavani Sagar
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Correct answer
Kathirimalai
Explanation
Kathirimalai, a remote hamlet in Erode, is set to receive power supply soon as the tender process for the same has been completed.
Q11Coconut production in which two Tamil Nadu districts has significantly fallen due to pest attack, affecting copra farmers?Options
ATheni and DindigulBThanjavur and NagapattinamCCoimbatore and TiruppurDCuddalore and Villupuram
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Coimbatore and Tiruppur
Explanation
Copra farmers in Coimbatore and Tiruppur districts are unhappy due to a drastic fall in coconut production, primarily caused by pest attacks.
Q12What is the name of the new system introduced by India to provide sharper rain alerts?Options
AMonsoon Watch SystemBWeather Insight ProCBharat Forecast SystemDNational Rain Alert System
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Correct answer
Bharat Forecast System
Explanation
The 'Bharat Forecast System' has been introduced to give sharper and more precise rain alerts across India.
Q13In which Chennai dump yard is a waste-to-energy plant project facing opposition from a major political party?Options
APerungudiBKodungaiyurCPallikaranaiDVellalore
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Kodungaiyur
Explanation
The AIADMK has planned a protest against the waste-to-energy plant project at the Kodungaiyur dump yard in Chennai.
Q14Tamil Nadu's fisherman community is noted for its contribution to the growth of which sport, especially in the context of Khelo India Beach Games 2025?Options
ASurfingBBeach KabaddiCBeach VolleyballDRowing
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Correct answer
Beach Volleyball
Explanation
Tamil Nadu's fisherman community is highlighted for its role in fuelling India's beach volleyball growth, especially in the run-up to the Khelo India Beach Games 2025.
Q15Approximately how many transpersons in Tamil Nadu have benefited from self-employment assistance since 2021?Options
A200B500C800D1000
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Correct answer
800
Explanation
According to the Tamil Nadu government, around 800 transpersons have benefited from self-employment assistance initiatives since 2021.