Daily Current Affairs - 2025-06-10
Q1The Madras High Court recently directed the Central government to release funds to Tamil Nadu for the implementation of which educational act, emphasizing that it need not be linked to the National Education Policy (NEP)?Options
ASarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA)BRight to Education (RTE) ActCMid-Day Meal SchemeDRashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan (RMSA)
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Right to Education (RTE) Act
Explanation
The Madras High Court urged the Centre to release withheld funds to Tamil Nadu for implementing the Right to Education (RTE) Act, clearly stating that these funds need not be linked to the National Education Policy (NEP).
Q2Union Minister for Culture has stated that further scientific studies are needed to validate the findings of the Keeladi excavation. Which historical period is predominantly associated with the artifacts discovered at Keeladi?Options
AStone AgeBIron AgeCGupta PeriodDMughal Period
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Iron Age
Explanation
Keeladi excavations have uncovered artifacts primarily dating back to the Sangam Age, specifically placing it in the Iron Age (circa 6th century BCE). The Union Minister's statement highlights the ongoing debate and demand for further scientific validation of these findings.
Q3The Tamil Nadu government is set to launch new welfare initiatives for gig workers in Chennai. What specific facility is planned to be inaugurated on June 11 for these workers?Options
ASkill Development CentersBAffordable Housing ProjectsCGig Worker LoungesDHealth Insurance Camps
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Gig Worker Lounges
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government plans to launch lounges for gig workers in Chennai on June 11, providing them with dedicated spaces and amenities.
Q4Chennai Corporation has released Tamil Nadu’s first ‘Inclusive Design Manual’. What is the primary objective of this manual?Options
ATo promote traditional Tamil architectureBTo make the city accessible to all, including persons with disabilitiesCTo regulate building construction standardsDTo encourage eco-friendly urban planning
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To make the city accessible to all, including persons with disabilities
Explanation
Tamil Nadu’s first ‘Inclusive Design Manual’ by Chennai Corporation aims to make the city accessible to all, with a focus on creating infrastructure and spaces that are usable by persons with disabilities.
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Q5India Post, in collaboration with IIT-H and ISRO, has launched a 10-character digital address system named DIGIPIN for every 4x4m area. Which city from Tamil Nadu is mentioned in the context of experiencing a significant increase in heatwave days alongside Mumbai and Delhi by 2030?Options
ACoimbatoreBMaduraiCChennaiDTiruchirappalli
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Chennai
Explanation
The DIGIPIN system provides precise digital addressing. Chennai is one of the cities, along with Mumbai and Delhi, projected to experience a two-fold increase in heatwave days by 2030, highlighting the relevance of precise location data for climate resilience efforts.
Q6Indian Air Force Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla is preparing for the Axiom-4 mission. Which organization is collaborating with Axiom Space for this mission, and what significant future Indian mission will it help prepare for?Options
ANASA; Chandrayaan missionBDRDO; Anti-drone technology developmentCISRO; Gaganyaan manned missionDEuropean Space Agency; Aditya-L1 mission
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ISRO; Gaganyaan manned mission
Explanation
ISRO is collaborating with Axiom Space for the Axiom-4 mission, and the experience gained will be crucial for India's ambitious Gaganyaan manned space mission.
Q7The Madras High Court has clarified that revenue officials can issue 'no caste, no community' certificates. What does this decision primarily aim to promote?Options
AStrengthening caste-based reservationsBPromoting a casteless societyCImproving communal harmonyDFacilitating inter-caste marriages
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Promoting a casteless society
Explanation
The Madras High Court's decision to allow revenue officials to issue 'no caste, no community' certificates is aimed at promoting a casteless society and encouraging individuals who do not wish to identify with any particular caste or community.
Q8The Tamil Nadu Health Minister has taken up the issue of super speciality medical seats with the Union Health Minister. What directive has been issued to Tamil Nadu regarding these seats, leading to flak from the state?Options
ATo increase the number of super speciality seatsBTo surrender a portion of its seats to All India Quota (AIQ) counsellingCTo establish more super speciality hospitalsDTo reserve all super speciality seats for state students
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To surrender a portion of its seats to All India Quota (AIQ) counselling
Explanation
The Centre has directed Tamil Nadu to surrender a portion of its super speciality medical seats to the All India Quota (AIQ) counselling, which has drawn strong criticism and flak from the state government.
Q9The Tamil Nadu government has announced the establishment of a Special Task Force. What is the main objective of this task force?Options
ATo combat cybercrimeBTo identify and repatriate illegal immigrantsCTo monitor wildlife poachingDTo manage disaster relief operations
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To identify and repatriate illegal immigrants
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government is setting up a Special Task Force with the primary objective of identifying and addressing the issue of illegal immigrants in the state.
Q10Chief Minister M.K. Stalin recently inaugurated a regional-level agricultural exhibition. In which district was this exhibition held on June 11?Options
AMaduraiBCoimbatoreCErodeDVillupuram
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Erode
Explanation
Chief Minister M.K. Stalin inaugurated the regional-level agricultural exhibition at Perundurai in Erode district on June 11.
Q11The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has sought a report from the Tamil Nadu government regarding a plastic nurdle spill. This spill originated from a shipwreck near Kerala and its debris reached which coastal area in Tamil Nadu?Options
ARameswaramBKanyakumariCChennaiDDhanushkodi
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Dhanushkodi
Explanation
The NGT sought a report from the Tamil Nadu government regarding the plastic nurdle spill, as the debris from a shipwreck near Kerala reached Dhanushkodi, a coastal area in Tamil Nadu.
Q12The Central government recently reduced the Basic Custom Duty (BCD) on major imported Crude edible Oils from 20% to 10%. What is the likely immediate impact of this policy change?Options
AIncrease in domestic crude oil productionBDecrease in prices of edible oils for consumersCIncrease in government revenue from customs dutyDDecrease in the demand for imported edible oils
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Decrease in prices of edible oils for consumers
Explanation
Reducing the Basic Custom Duty on imported crude edible oils is expected to lower their import cost, which in turn should lead to a decrease in the retail prices of edible oils for consumers.
Q13Chief Minister M.K. Stalin inaugurated libraries at bus termini and hospitals in which three districts, emphasizing the importance of reading and knowledge dissemination?Options
AChennai, Kancheepuram, ChengalpattuBVellore, Tiruppattur, RanipetCMadurai, Tirunelveli, ThoothukudiDSalem, Dharmapuri, Krishnagiri
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Vellore, Tiruppattur, Ranipet
Explanation
Chief Minister M.K. Stalin inaugurated libraries at bus termini and hospitals in Vellore, Tiruppattur, and Ranipet districts to promote reading habits among the public.