Daily Current Affairs - 2025-05-29
Q1The Tamil Nadu government recently constituted which number State Finance Commission?Options
AFifthBSixthCSeventhDEighth
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Seventh
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government recently constituted the Seventh State Finance Commission, and its Chairperson called on Chief Minister Stalin.
Q2Tamil Nadu parties have opposed the RBI's draft gold loan norms, and CM M.K. Stalin has urged the Centre to consult states on such key policy changes. Which group is the Finance Ministry concerned should not be adversely impacted by these rules?Options
ALarge corporationsBForeign investorsCSmall borrowersDNon-banking financial companies
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Small borrowers
Explanation
Tamil Nadu parties are opposing the RBI's draft gold loan norms, with CM Stalin urging state consultation. The Finance Ministry has also instructed RBI to ensure the rules do not adversely impact small borrowers.
Q3According to Minister Geetha Jeevan, how many Anganwadi centres across Tamil Nadu have been upgraded to 'Smart centres'?Options
A5,000B6,000C6,500D7,000
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6,500
Explanation
Minister Geetha Jeevan stated that 6,500 Anganwadi centres have been upgraded to Smart centres across Tamil Nadu.
Q4How many new government arts and science colleges are planned to be established in Tamil Nadu, as per recent announcements?Options
ATwoBThreeCFourDFive
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Four
Explanation
Four new government arts and science colleges are set to come up in Tamil Nadu.
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Q5Reports indicate that Tamil Nadu government schools are struggling due to a freeze on Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) funds. What is the reported amount of frozen funds?Options
ARs 1,500 croreBRs 1,800 croreCRs 2,152 croreDRs 2,500 crore
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Rs 2,152 crore
Explanation
Tamil Nadu government schools are struggling amid a Rs 2,152 crore Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) fund freeze.
Q6The Chennai Corporation Council recently gave its 'no objection' to the issuance of patta for residents who built houses in what type of lands 10 years ago?Options
AReserved landsBForest landsCRiverbedsDUnobjectionable poramboke lands
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Unobjectionable poramboke lands
Explanation
The Chennai Corporation Council stated it has 'no objection' to issuing patta for residents who built houses in unobjectionable poramboke lands 10 years ago.
Q7Which two organizations recently convened a Joint Working Group meeting under the BioE3 policy?Options
AISRO - Department of Biotechnology (DBT)BDRDO - Department of Biotechnology (DBT)CISRO - Department of Science and Technology (DST)DDRDO - Department of Science and Technology (DST)
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ISRO - Department of Biotechnology (DBT)
Explanation
The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) and the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) convened a Joint Working Group meeting under the BioE3 policy.
Q8The Kaveri jet engine, an indigenous project by DRDO, recently underwent trials in which country, boosting India's defence capabilities?Options
AUSABFranceCRussiaDIsrael
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Russia
Explanation
The Kaveri jet engine's trials in Russia are seen as a significant boost for India's defence capabilities.
Q9Which Indian company developed the country's first indigenous Thrombectomy Device for stroke care, supported by TDB-DST?Options
ACiplaBDr. Reddy's LaboratoriesCS3V Vascular TechnologiesDBiocon
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Correct answer
S3V Vascular Technologies
Explanation
S3V Vascular Technologies developed India’s first indigenous Thrombectomy Device, a breakthrough in stroke care, with support from TDB-DST.
Q10Which prestigious awards were recently given to India's top nurses, recognizing their contributions to healthcare?Options
APadma AwardsBNational Florence Nightingale AwardsCShanti Swarup Bhatnagar AwardsDArjuna Awards
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Correct answer
National Florence Nightingale Awards
Explanation
India’s top nurses received the National Florence Nightingale Awards 2025, recognizing their dedicated service.
Q11The Cabinet recently approved the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for the FY26 Kharif crop. What percentage increase was approved for the MSP of rice?Options
A2 percentB3 percentC4 percentD5 percent
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3 percent
Explanation
The Cabinet approved a 3 percent increase for the Minimum Support Price (MSP) of rice for the FY26 Kharif crop.
Q12According to the Defence Secretary, 'Aatmanirbharta' (self-reliance) in which critical sector is essential for preserving the strategic autonomy of the country and achieving the broader goal of 'Viksit Bharat'?Options
AAgricultureBDefenceCEducationDHealthcare
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Defence
Explanation
The Defence Secretary emphasized that 'Aatmanirbharta' in Defence is critical for both strategic autonomy and achieving 'Viksit Bharat'.
Q13Which organization recently organized 'ManakManthan' in Chennai to discuss the Draft Indian Standard for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for waste handling?Options
ABureau of Indian Standards (BIS)BIndian Medical Association (IMA)CNational Green Tribunal (NGT)DCentral Pollution Control Board (CPCB)
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Correct answer
Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS)
Explanation
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) organized 'ManakManthan' in Chennai to discuss the draft Indian Standard for PPE for waste handling.
Q14How many various posts are open for application in the recent TNPSC CTS Recruitment 2025 notification?Options
A500B615C750D800
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615
Explanation
The TNPSC CTS Recruitment 2025 notification has been released for 615 various posts.