Daily Current Affairs - 2025-06-15
Q1The Tamil Nadu government recently notified a law to prevent which of the following practices in the micro-loan sector?Options
AExcessive interest ratesBCoercive recovery of loansCUndisclosed chargesDDenial of loans to eligible beneficiaries
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Coercive recovery of loans
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government recently notified a law aimed at preventing the coercive recovery of micro-loans, addressing concerns about aggressive collection practices.
Q2The Tamil Nadu government is seeking the Defence Ministry's approval to establish controlled airspace in which of the following areas for a proposed defence industrial corridor?Options
ACoimbatoreBSalemCHosurDTrichy
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Hosur
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government has requested the Defence Ministry's nod for controlled airspace in Hosur, as part of its efforts to develop a defence industrial corridor in the region.
Q3Which of the following products from Tamil Nadu recently sought a Geographical Indication (GI) tag?Options
AKollimalai Coffee and JackfruitBNilgiri Tea and HoneyCMadurai Jasmine and Thanjavur PaintingsDKodaikanal Garlic and Tirunelveli Halwa
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Kollimalai Coffee and Jackfruit
Explanation
Kollimalai Coffee and Kollimalai Jackfruit from Tamil Nadu recently applied for a Geographical Indication (GI) tag, recognizing their unique origin and characteristics.
Q4For what primary purpose did Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin recently release water from the Kallanai dam?Options
ADrinking water supply to delta districtsBPromoting aquaculture in the Cauvery basinCIrrigation for Kuruvai cultivation in the Cauvery deltaDFlood control measures in downstream areas
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Irrigation for Kuruvai cultivation in the Cauvery delta
Explanation
CM M.K. Stalin ceremonially released water from the Kallanai dam for irrigation purposes, specifically for the Kuruvai paddy cultivation in the Cauvery delta region.
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Q5What significant demand has Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin recently reiterated concerning the Tamil language in the Indian judiciary?Options
ATo make Tamil the sole official language of all district courts in Tamil NaduBTo permit Tamil as an official language in the Supreme Court and Madras High CourtCTo introduce Tamil as a compulsory subject for all judicial examinationsDTo establish a separate Tamil-speaking bench in the Supreme Court
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To permit Tamil as an official language in the Supreme Court and Madras High Court
Explanation
Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin recently demanded that Tamil should be permitted as an official language in the Supreme Court and Madras High Court, highlighting the need for linguistic equality in the judiciary.
Q6Which two Indian institutions recently demonstrated Quantum Entanglement-Based Free-Space Quantum Secure Communication over more than 1 km distance?Options
AISRO and TIFRBDRDO and IIT DelhiCBARC and IISc BangaloreDCSIR and IIT Madras
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DRDO and IIT Delhi
Explanation
DRDO (Defence Research and Development Organisation) and IIT Delhi successfully demonstrated Quantum Entanglement-Based Free-Space Quantum Secure Communication over more than 1 km, marking a significant advancement in quantum technology.
Q7India's ISRO is set to launch its first-ever joint satellite mission with which international space agency in July 2025?Options
AEuropean Space Agency (ESA)BJapan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA)CNational Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)DRoscosmos (Russia)
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National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
Explanation
ISRO and NASA are collaborating on their first-ever joint satellite mission, an Earth observation mission, scheduled for launch in July 2025.
Q8The first Assembly of the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) was recently presided over by Union Minister Shri Bhupender Yadav in which city?Options
ABengaluruBMumbaiCNew DelhiDKolkata
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New Delhi
Explanation
The first Assembly of the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) was held in New Delhi, where it was presided over by Union Minister Shri Bhupender Yadav.
Q9Which regulatory body recently revised the tariff framework for retail broadband connectivity provided to Public Data Offices (PDOs) under the PM-WANI scheme?Options
AReserve Bank of India (RBI)BTelecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI)CCompetition Commission of India (CCI)DSecurities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)
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Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI)
Explanation
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) recently revised the tariff framework for retail broadband connectivity provided to PDOs under the PM-WANI scheme to promote digital inclusion.
Q10Which Indian state has the highest average outstanding loan amount per account in the microfinance sector, as per recent reports?Options
AWest BengalBBiharCUttar PradeshDTamil Nadu
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Tamil Nadu
Explanation
Recent reports indicate that Tamil Nadu has the highest average outstanding loan amount per account in the microfinance sector among Indian states.
Q11ISRO recently conducted its first-ever rocket-based payload launch test from which Indian state, outside of its traditional launch sites?Options
AGujaratBUttar PradeshCOdishaDMaharashtra
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Uttar Pradesh
Explanation
ISRO successfully conducted its first-ever rocket-based payload launch test from Uttar Pradesh, specifically Kushinagar, marking a new operational expansion.
Q12The Tamil Nadu government recently constituted a panel to examine the impact of a Supreme Court verdict on which specific aspect of state administration?Options
AFinancial devolution to local bodiesBImplementation of welfare schemesCRecruitment process of the Tamil Nadu governmentDLand acquisition for infrastructure projects
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Recruitment process of the Tamil Nadu government
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government recently constituted a panel to examine the impact of a Supreme Court verdict on the recruitment process of the state government.
Q13According to Union Minister Shri Pralhad Joshi, which renewable energy source is at the center of India's strategy for the renewable energy sector?Options
ASolar EnergyBHydroelectric PowerCBiomass EnergyDWind Energy
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Wind Energy
Explanation
Union Minister Shri Pralhad Joshi stated that Wind Energy is at the center of India's strategy for the renewable energy sector, highlighting its importance in the country's clean energy transition.