Daily Current Affairs - 2025-06-25
Q1Which village in Tamil Nadu recently achieved the distinction of becoming the first in the country to fully digitize all its land transactions, setting a national benchmark?Options
AUjarulvar, Ariyalur DistrictBKillai, Cuddalore DistrictCTheni, Theni DistrictDKodiveri, Erode District
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Ujarulvar, Ariyalur District
Explanation
Ujarulvar village in Ariyalur district, Tamil Nadu, has become the first village in the country to achieve full digitization of all its land transactions, facilitating seamless and transparent processes.
Q2The Tamil Nadu government recently extended its health insurance scheme for government employees and pensioners by another year. What is the name of this flagship health insurance scheme?Options
AChief Minister's Comprehensive Health Insurance SchemeBNew Health Insurance SchemeCKalaignar Health Insurance SchemeDPrime Minister's Jan Arogya Yojana
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New Health Insurance Scheme
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The Tamil Nadu government extended its New Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) for government employees and pensioners for another year. This scheme covers medical expenses for government staff and their families.
Q3Who is the Indian participant in the Axiom-4 mission to the International Space Station (ISS), conducting multiple experiments crucial for ISRO's future Gaganyaan manned mission?Options
ARakesh SharmaBSunita WilliamsCShubhanshu ShuklaDKalpana Chawla
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Shubhanshu Shukla
Explanation
Shubhanshu Shukla is the Indian participant in the Axiom-4 mission. He is conducting various experiments related to seeds, algae, and muscle loss on the ISS, which will provide vital data for ISRO's upcoming Gaganyaan mission.
Q4The Tamil Nadu government has urged the Centre to implement which scheme to support mango farmers affected by a glut and fall in market prices?Options
APrice Support Scheme (PSS)BMarket Intervention Scheme (MIS)CPradhan Mantri Fasal Bima YojanaDAgricultural Produce Market Committee (APMC)
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Market Intervention Scheme (MIS)
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Tamil Nadu has urged the Union government to implement the Market Intervention Scheme (MIS) for mango farmers to help them cope with falling prices due to oversupply.
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Q5Which two organizations collaborated to develop India's first indigenous Urban Combat Carbine, which has recently cleared all trials and is ready for mass production?Options
AISRO and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)BDRDO and Bharat ForgeCTata Advanced Systems and Mahindra Defence SystemsDOrdnance Factory Board (OFB) and Larsen & Toubro
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DRDO and Bharat Forge
Explanation
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and Bharat Forge collaborated to develop India's first indigenous Urban Combat Carbine, a crucial step towards 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' in defense manufacturing.
Q6The Tamil Nadu government recently cancelled approval for a textile unit expansion, citing environmental concerns, near which significant water management structure?Options
AMettur DamBKodiveri AnicutCGrand Anicut (Kallanai)DBhavani Sagar Dam
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Kodiveri Anicut
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government cancelled approval for a textile unit expansion near the Kodiveri anicut in Erode district due to environmental concerns, particularly regarding potential water pollution.
Q7The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) recently signed an MoU with which other Union Ministry to empower rural Self-Help Group (SHG) women through structured skilling and entrepreneurship development?Options
AMinistry of Women and Child DevelopmentBMinistry of Rural DevelopmentCMinistry of Agriculture and Farmers WelfareDMinistry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises
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Ministry of Rural Development
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The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) signed a historic MoU with the Ministry of Rural Development (MoRD) to create a new pathway for rural women, focusing on skilling and entrepreneurship for SHG members.
Q8The Madras High Court recently delivered a split verdict regarding the legality of animal sacrifice at which prominent hill temple in Tamil Nadu?Options
APalani Murugan TempleBThiruparankundram Murugan TempleCTiruchendur Murugan TempleDSwamimalai Murugan Temple
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Thiruparankundram Murugan Temple
Explanation
The Madras High Court delivered a split verdict on the legality of animal sacrifice at the Thiruparankundram Hill, which is associated with the famous Murugan temple, reflecting differing judicial opinions on religious practices and traditions.
Q9Electrical Safety Day is observed annually on which date by the Central Electricity Authority (CEA) to raise awareness about electrical safety?Options
AJune 5BJune 14CJune 26DJuly 1
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June 26
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Electrical Safety Day is observed on June 26th each year by the Central Electricity Authority (CEA) to promote electrical safety awareness across India.
Q10The two-day coastal security exercise ‘Sagar Kavach’ recently commenced in which coastal district of Tamil Nadu?Options
ARamanathapuramBKanyakumariCCuddaloreDThoothukudi
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Cuddalore
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The coastal security exercise ‘Sagar Kavach’ was conducted in Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu, to enhance coordination and preparedness among various security agencies in coastal areas.
Q11Which organization is set to fund a carbon farming project at Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University (RPCAU) to explore sustainable agricultural practices?Options
AIndian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR)BNational Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD)CIndian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)DMinistry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
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Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
Explanation
ISRO is set to fund a carbon farming project at RPCAU, marking a collaborative effort to integrate space technology applications with sustainable agricultural and environmental initiatives.
Q12Which state government was recently alerted by Tamil Nadu about the release of water from the Mullaperiyar dam?Options
AKarnatakaBKeralaCAndhra PradeshDPuducherry
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Kerala
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Tamil Nadu alerted the Kerala government about the planned release of water from the Mullaperiyar dam, a routine procedure during periods of high inflow to ensure dam safety.