Daily Current Affairs - 2025-06-03
Q1Which of the following measures has the Madras High Court supported or upheld regarding online real money games in Tamil Nadu?Options
ABanning all forms of online gaming indefinitely.BMandatory Aadhaar checks for players and a night ban on playing.CAllowing online rummy and poker without any restrictions.DImposing a state-wide tax on all online gaming transactions.
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Correct answer
Mandatory Aadhaar checks for players and a night ban on playing.
Explanation
The Madras High Court has supported mandatory Aadhaar checks for online rummy and poker players and has upheld the night ban on online real money games in Tamil Nadu.
Q2Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin recently inaugurated new facilities with significant investment. In which sector and location were these inaugurations primarily focused?Options
ATextile manufacturing in Coimbatore.BAutomobile research in Chennai.CRobotics and automation in Kancheepuram.DFood processing in Madurai.
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Correct answer
Robotics and automation in Kancheepuram.
Explanation
CM Stalin inaugurated Agile Robots and SOL India facilities with an investment of ₹475 crore and a ₹300 crore robotics component unit in Kancheepuram, focusing on robotics and automation.
Q3According to Minister Panneerselvam, what is the primary reason for the Tamil Nadu government prioritizing agricultural mechanisation?Options
ATo reduce crop rotation cycles.BTo address the labour shortage in agriculture.CTo increase the export of agricultural products.DTo promote traditional farming methods.
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Correct answer
To address the labour shortage in agriculture.
Explanation
Minister Panneerselvam stated that the Tamil Nadu government is prioritising agricultural mechanisation to address the labour shortage in the agricultural sector.
Q4Which premier institution recently launched a 'School of Innovation and Entrepreneurship' to boost the startup ecosystem in Tamil Nadu?Options
AAnna UniversityBUniversity of MadrasCIIT-MadrasDVellore Institute of Technology
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Correct answer
IIT-Madras
Explanation
IIT-Madras launched the School of Innovation and Entrepreneurship to strengthen the startup ecosystem.
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Q5Who among the following was recently awarded the 'Kalaignar M. Karunanidhi Classical Tamil Award'?Options
AProf. S. SoundarapandianBScholar Thayammal AravananCDr. V. JayadevanDProf. R. Vijayalakshmy
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Correct answer
Scholar Thayammal Aravanan
Explanation
Scholar Thayammal Aravanan recently received the 'Kalaignar M. Karunanidhi Classical Tamil Award'.
Q6Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has recently expressed concerns that a delay in which process could potentially reduce the state’s representation in Parliament?Options
AThe Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council meetings.BThe delimitation exercise for electoral constituencies.CThe release of Central government grants to states.DThe appointment of judges to the High Court.
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Correct answer
The delimitation exercise for electoral constituencies.
Explanation
CM Stalin stated that the delimitation delay is a ploy to reduce Tamil Nadu’s voice in Parliament.
Q7Why has the Tamil Nadu government recently approached the Supreme Court?Options
ATo challenge the Central government's new education policy.BTo seek more funds for state infrastructure projects.CAgainst the Madras High Court’s stay on Vice-Chancellor appointment laws.DRegarding a dispute over inter-state water sharing.
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Correct answer
Against the Madras High Court’s stay on Vice-Chancellor appointment laws.
Explanation
Tamil Nadu moved the Supreme Court against the Madras High Court’s stay on Vice-Chancellor appointment laws, highlighting a key state-judiciary conflict.
Q8Who is the Indian astronaut scheduled to study physical, cognitive, and physiological responses in space as part of an upcoming mission?Options
AWing Commander Rakesh SharmaBGroup Captain Shubanshu ShuklaCSquadron Leader Kalpana ChawlaDCommander Sunita Williams
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Correct answer
Group Captain Shubanshu Shukla
Explanation
Group Captain Shubanshu Shukla is the Indian astronaut designated to study physical, cognitive, and physiological responses in space, marking India's return to manned space flight after 41 years.
Q9What is DRDO inviting private firms to contribute to India's indigenous aero-engine development?Options
ADesign of advanced fighter jets.BProduction of missile components.CMachining Advanced Single-Crystal Turbine Blades.DDevelopment of naval shipbuilding technologies.
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Correct answer
Machining Advanced Single-Crystal Turbine Blades.
Explanation
DRDO has invited private firms to machine Advanced Single-Crystal Turbine Blades, crucial for India’s indigenous aero-engine development.
Q10The Population Census of India is scheduled to be conducted in which year, and what significant addition will it include?Options
A2026, with a focus on digital literacy.B2025, along with a housing survey.C2027, in two phases, along with enumeration of castes.D2028, with an emphasis on urban migration.
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Correct answer
2027, in two phases, along with enumeration of castes.
Explanation
The Population Census-2027 is scheduled to be conducted in two phases along with the enumeration of castes.