Daily Current Affairs - 2025-05-26
Q1The Tamil Nadu government recently launched a Space Industrial Policy. What is its primary objective?Options
ATo establish a new spaceport in ThoothukudiBTo boost investment and job creation in the space sectorCTo develop indigenous satellites for national securityDTo collaborate with ISRO on Mars missions
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Correct answer
To boost investment and job creation in the space sector
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu Space Industrial Policy aims to attract investments and create employment opportunities in the state's burgeoning space sector, fostering its growth.
Q2Chennai Corporation's municipal bonds were recently listed on which national stock exchange, with its listing inaugurated by the Chief Minister?Options
ABombay Stock Exchange (BSE)BNational Stock Exchange (NSE)CCalcutta Stock Exchange (CSE)DMulti Commodity Exchange (MCX)
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Correct answer
National Stock Exchange (NSE)
Explanation
The Chennai Corporation's municipal bonds received an overwhelming response and were listed on the National Stock Exchange (NSE), with Chief Minister M.K. Stalin inaugurating the listing.
Q3Farmers and the Non-Resident Tamils Welfare Board in Tamil Nadu have recently protested against which new financial norm issued by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)?Options
ALimits on crop insurance claimsBIncreased interest rates on agricultural loansCNew norms regarding gold loansDRestrictions on bank account openings for migrants
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Correct answer
New norms regarding gold loans
Explanation
Both farmers and the Non-Resident Tamils Welfare Board in Tamil Nadu have raised concerns and protested against the new norms introduced by the RBI concerning gold loans.
Q4The Tamil Nadu government recently formed a city-level authority for urban disaster management in which major city?Options
AMaduraiBCoimbatoreCChennaiDTiruchirappalli
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Correct answer
Chennai
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government has established a city-level authority specifically for urban disaster management in Chennai to enhance preparedness and response to urban disasters.
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Q5Anbumani Ramadoss recently urged the Environment Impact Assessment Authority to withhold approvals for opening new units of what in Tamil Nadu?Options
ASolar power plantsBChemical factoriesCRiver sand quarriesDTextile processing units
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Correct answer
River sand quarries
Explanation
Anbumani Ramadoss appealed to the Environment Impact Assessment Authority (EIAA) to stop approving new river sand quarries in Tamil Nadu, citing environmental concerns.
Q6In Tamil Nadu, applications have opened for Phase 2 of which significant environmental initiative aimed at promoting sustainable development?Options
AMakkalai Thedi Maruthuvam SchemeBEnnum Ezhuthum SchemeCCM’s Green Fellowship ProgrammeDNaan Mudhalvan Scheme
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Correct answer
CM’s Green Fellowship Programme
Explanation
The Chief Minister’s Green Fellowship Programme is an environmental initiative in Tamil Nadu, and applications for its second phase have recently been opened.
Q7A recent study highlighted the need for improved healthcare infrastructure in villages located near which famous Tiger Reserve in Tamil Nadu?Options
AAnamalai Tiger ReserveBKalakad Mundanthurai Tiger ReserveCSathyamangalam Tiger ReserveDMudumalai Tiger Reserve
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Correct answer
Mudumalai Tiger Reserve
Explanation
A study focused on villages near the Mudumalai Tiger Reserve underscored the critical need for better healthcare facilities and infrastructure in these areas.
Q8Farmers in the Western region of Tamil Nadu have expressed disappointment over the State government's perceived reluctance to take up Phase-II of which crucial water management project?Options
ACauvery-Vaigai-Gundar Link ProjectBAthikadavu-Avinashi ProjectCVeeranam Lake ProjectDParambikulam-Aliyar Project
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Correct answer
Athikadavu-Avinashi Project
Explanation
Farmers in Western Tamil Nadu are keen on the swift implementation of Phase-II of the Athikadavu-Avinashi water management project, crucial for their agricultural needs.
Q9The 65th Annual Fruit Show, known for spotlighting pomological diversity, was recently held in which district of Tamil Nadu?Options
ADindigulBSalemCNilgirisDKrishnagiri
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Correct answer
Nilgiris
Explanation
The Nilgiris district annually hosts the fruit show, which is a significant event showcasing the region's rich pomological diversity.
Q10The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) recently took suo motu cognizance of the reported deaths of workers in a sewage tank accident in which district of Tamil Nadu?Options
ACoimbatoreBErodeCTiruppurDNamakkal
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Correct answer
Tiruppur
Explanation
The NHRC took suo motu cognizance of the deaths of three workers due to asphyxiation while cleaning a sewage tank without safety gear in Tiruppur district, Tamil Nadu.
Q11The "Kaveri engine" project, recently trending, is an indigenous initiative by DRDO primarily aimed at developing what?Options
AA high-speed electric locomotiveBA next-generation space launch vehicleCA jet engine for indigenous fighter jets and combat dronesDA submarine propulsion system
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Correct answer
A jet engine for indigenous fighter jets and combat drones
Explanation
The Kaveri engine is a long-standing DRDO project to develop an indigenous jet engine to power India's fighter jets, including fifth-generation aircraft, and combat drones, reducing reliance on foreign technology.
Q12According to the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) forecast for 2025, the Southwest Monsoon rainfall is expected to be:Options
ABelow normalBNormalCAbove normalDHighly variable with no clear trend
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Correct answer
Above normal
Explanation
The Indian Meteorological Department has forecasted above-normal rainfall for the Southwest Monsoon season in 2025.
Q13By 2033, India's space economy is projected to reach what value?Options
AUS$ 10 BillionBUS$ 25 BillionCUS$ 44 BillionDUS$ 100 Billion
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US$ 44 Billion
Explanation
Reports indicate that India's space economy is expected to grow significantly, reaching an estimated US$ 44 billion by the year 2033.
Q14India has initiated the process to develop 'Electric Hansa (E-Hansa)'. What is it?Options
AA new electric vehicle charging infrastructureBA two-seater electric trainer aircraftCA renewable energy storage systemDAn AI-powered virtual assistant
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Correct answer
A two-seater electric trainer aircraft
Explanation
The Electric Hansa (E-Hansa) is India's next-generation two-seater electric trainer aircraft, currently under development.
Q15The government recently restored the RoDTEP scheme, allowing exports of a particular product from all ports. Which product benefited from this restoration?Options
ATextilesBSpicesCLeatherDPharmaceuticals
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Correct answer
Leather
Explanation
The government's decision to restore the Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) scheme and allow exports from all ports has specifically benefited the leather industry.
Q16What is the primary objective of the recently launched Panchayat Advancement Index (PAI) 2.0 Portal?Options
ATo track financial performance of state governmentsBTo monitor urban development projectsCTo power grassroots governance with data-backed, evidence-based planningDTo manage national infrastructure development
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Correct answer
To power grassroots governance with data-backed, evidence-based planning
Explanation
The Panchayat Advancement Index (PAI) 2.0 Portal aims to strengthen grassroots governance by enabling data-backed and evidence-based planning at the panchayat level.
Q17Which organization recently inaugurated a Quantum Technology Research Centre to enhance indigenous quantum capabilities for strategic and defence applications?Options
AISROBCSIRCDRDODBARC
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Correct answer
DRDO
Explanation
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) recently inaugurated a Quantum Technology Research Centre to bolster India's indigenous capabilities in quantum technologies for strategic and defence sectors.
Q18The government has extended the deadline for filing income tax returns (ITR) for the current fiscal year to which date?Options
AJuly 31, 2025BAugust 15, 2025CSeptember 15, 2025DOctober 31, 2025
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Correct answer
September 15, 2025
Explanation
The deadline for filing income tax returns for the current fiscal year has been extended from July 31 to September 15, 2025.