Daily Current Affairs - 2025-06-28
Q1The Tamil Nadu government has recently commenced the restoration of Kariyachalli island to combat erosion and boost marine biodiversity. This island is located in which of the following regions?Options
ABay of BengalBPalk StraitCGulf of MannarDArabian Sea
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Correct answer
Gulf of Mannar
Explanation
Kariyachalli island is located in the Gulf of Mannar, and its restoration by the Tamil Nadu government aims to combat erosion and enhance marine biodiversity.
Q2According to recent reports, the Muthupet mangrove cover in Tamil Nadu has significantly increased by 2,057 hectares in the last three years. In which district is the Muthupet mangrove forest primarily located?Options
ANagapattinamBCuddaloreCThanjavurDTiruvarur
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Correct answer
Tiruvarur
Explanation
The Muthupet mangrove forest is primarily located in the Tiruvarur district of Tamil Nadu. It is one of the largest mangrove ecosystems in India.
Q3The Tamil Nadu government recently rejected a proposal by the Coimbatore Corporation for a 20 MW solar plant. The proposed location for this plant was at which site?Options
AVellalore dump yardBPeriyanaickenpalayam reservoirCUkkadam lakeDValankulam wetland
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Correct answer
Vellalore dump yard
Explanation
The Coimbatore Corporation had proposed to establish a 20 MW solar plant at the Vellalore dump yard, but the Tamil Nadu government rejected the proposal.
Q4The Tamil Nadu government recently increased the education advance for the wards of its employees. Which of the following is the primary purpose of this initiative?Options
ATo promote skill development courses for higher education.BTo provide financial assistance for education to government employees' children.CTo encourage enrollment in government schools.DTo offer scholarships for studying abroad.
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Correct answer
To provide financial assistance for education to government employees' children.
Explanation
The increased education advance is a welfare measure aimed at providing financial assistance to government employees for the educational expenses of their children.
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Q5National Statistics Day is celebrated on June 29 each year. It commemorates the birth anniversary of which eminent Indian statistician?Options
AC. R. RaoBP. C. MahalanobisCS. R. RanganathanDV. K. R. V. Rao
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Correct answer
P. C. Mahalanobis
Explanation
National Statistics Day is celebrated to commemorate the birth anniversary of Prof. P. C. Mahalanobis, who is known for his contributions to statistics and economic planning in India.
Q6The Tamil Nadu government recently decided not to extend the "Rosewood Conservation Act". What was the primary objective of this act?Options
ATo regulate the cultivation of medicinal plants.BTo protect the dwindling population of rosewood trees.CTo control the trade of imported timber.DTo promote afforestation drives in urban areas.
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Correct answer
To protect the dwindling population of rosewood trees.
Explanation
The Rosewood Conservation Act was originally enacted to protect and conserve the diminishing population of rosewood trees in Tamil Nadu.
Q7Tamil Nadu's online admissions for the Right to Education (RTE) Act have faced delays. What is the primary reason cited by the Tamil Nadu government for this delay?Options
ATechnical glitches in the online portal.BLack of clarity in state-level guidelines.CWithholding of funds by the Union Government.DLow application numbers from eligible students.
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Correct answer
Withholding of funds by the Union Government.
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government has cited the withholding of funds amounting to ₹2,670 crore by the Union Government as the primary reason for the delay in opening RTE admissions online.
Q8The Chennai Port Authority is once again planning the development of the outer harbour project, after 18 years and two failed attempts. What is the main objective of this project?Options
ATo boost fishing activities in the Bay of Bengal.BTo increase the port's capacity and handle larger vessels.CTo develop new tourist attractions along the coastline.DTo establish a naval base for maritime security.
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Correct answer
To increase the port's capacity and handle larger vessels.
Explanation
The outer harbour project aims to significantly increase the Chennai Port's capacity, allowing it to handle larger container vessels and enhance trade efficiency.
Q9Tamil Nadu has recently expanded its Japanese Encephalitis (JE) vaccination drive to seven more districts. Which of the following best describes Japanese Encephalitis?Options
AA bacterial infection primarily affecting the digestive system.BA viral disease transmitted by mosquitoes, affecting the brain.CA fungal infection causing skin lesions.DA genetic disorder with no known cure.
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Correct answer
A viral disease transmitted by mosquitoes, affecting the brain.
Explanation
Japanese Encephalitis is a serious viral disease spread by mosquitoes, which can cause inflammation of the brain (encephalitis).
Q10Tamil Nadu recently regained 39 super speciality medical seats for the second round of counselling. What is the significance of "super speciality medical seats" in the context of medical education?Options
AThey are general MBBS seats for undergraduate students.BThey refer to diploma courses in paramedical fields.CThey are postgraduate seats for highly specialized medical fields.DThey are reserved seats for international students.
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Correct answer
They are postgraduate seats for highly specialized medical fields.
Explanation
Super speciality medical seats are postgraduate seats in highly specialized branches of medicine, such as cardiology, neurology, nephrology, etc., pursued after completing a basic postgraduate degree (MD/MS).
Q11The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has notified key revisions in the Biomass Programme Guidelines. What is the primary goal of the Biomass Programme?Options
ATo promote the use of fossil fuels in power generation.BTo encourage energy generation from organic matter and agricultural waste.CTo regulate nuclear power plants across the country.DTo facilitate the import of renewable energy technologies.
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Correct answer
To encourage energy generation from organic matter and agricultural waste.
Explanation
The Biomass Programme focuses on promoting energy generation from various forms of organic matter, including agricultural residues, forestry waste, and other biomass sources, to support renewable energy goals.
Q12The Centre has issued Model Rules to States/UTs to aid 'Ease of Doing Business' in Agroforestry. What does agroforestry primarily involve?Options
ACultivating only food crops on agricultural land.BIntegrating trees and shrubs with crop and livestock farming systems.CDeveloping large-scale industrial forests for timber production.DPromoting monoculture farming practices.
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Correct answer
Integrating trees and shrubs with crop and livestock farming systems.
Explanation
Agroforestry is a land use management system in which trees or shrubs are grown around or among crops or pastureland. It combines agriculture and forestry technologies to create more diverse, productive, profitable, healthy and sustainable land-use systems.