Daily Current Affairs - 2025-07-01
Q1From July 31, 2025, what equipment has been made mandatory for vehicles transporting minerals in Tamil Nadu?Options
ASpeed limitersBDash camerasCGPS equipmentDAdvanced braking systems
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Correct answer
GPS equipment
Explanation
GPS equipment has been made mandatory for vehicles transporting minerals in Tamil Nadu from July 31, 2025, to enhance tracking and regulation.
Q2The Union Cabinet has recently approved the construction of a four-lane road project in Tamil Nadu connecting which two towns?Options
AParamakudi - RamanathapuramBMadurai - ThoothukudiCSalem - KarurDCoimbatore - Mettupalayam
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Correct answer
Paramakudi - Ramanathapuram
Explanation
The Union Cabinet has approved the construction of a 4-Lane Paramakudi - Ramanathapuram Section (NH-87) in Tamil Nadu, a project worth Rs. 1853 crore.
Q3The Tamil Nadu government has launched a pilot program for the door delivery of essential commodities in Chennai and how many other districts?Options
AFiveBSevenCNineDEleven
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Correct answer
Nine
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government has launched a pilot basis door delivery program for essential commodities in Chennai and nine other districts.
Q4The Digital India initiative recently completed how many years since its launch?Options
A5 yearsB8 yearsC10 yearsD12 years
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Correct answer
10 years
Explanation
The Prime Minister recently lauded the successful completion of 10 years of the Digital India initiative.
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Q5What is C-FLOOD, recently inaugurated by the Union Minister of Jal Shakti, Shri C R Patil?Options
AA Coastal Fishery Logistics and Operations Development systemBA Unified Inundation Forecasting SystemCA Centralized Forest Land Observation and Oversight Data platformDA Climate-Friendly Livestock and Organic Farming Development program
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Correct answer
A Unified Inundation Forecasting System
Explanation
C-FLOOD is a Unified Inundation Forecasting System, inaugurated by the Union Minister of Jal Shakti to aid in disaster preparedness.
Q6The Union Cabinet recently approved the Employment Linked Incentive (ELI) Scheme with the primary objective of:Options
AProviding unemployment benefits to informal sector workersBPromoting self-employment among youthCCreating jobs in the manufacturing sectorDOffering skill development training for the service sector
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Correct answer
Creating jobs in the manufacturing sector
Explanation
The Employment Linked Incentive (ELI) Scheme was approved by the Union Cabinet to create jobs, particularly in the manufacturing sector.
Q7The PM MITRA textile park in Tamil Nadu is located in which district?Options
ASalemBTiruppurCVirudhunagarDErode
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Correct answer
Virudhunagar
Explanation
The PM MITRA textile park is being set up in Virudhunagar district to boost Tamil Nadu's textile capability.
Q8The Tamil Nadu government recently extended the application deadline for which incentive scheme?Options
AScheme for EntrepreneursBUPSC Mains Incentive SchemeCSports Excellence ScholarshipDHigher Education Loan Waiver
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Correct answer
UPSC Mains Incentive Scheme
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government has extended the application deadline for the UPSC Mains Incentive Scheme.
Q9The Tamil Nadu government is undertaking a major revival of minor irrigation tanks across the state, including the Saduperi irrigation tank. What is the primary objective of this initiative?Options
ATo promote aquaculture and fisheriesBTo increase groundwater levels and support agricultureCTo develop them as tourist spotsDTo convert them into urban parks
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Correct answer
To increase groundwater levels and support agriculture
Explanation
The major revival of minor irrigation tanks, like the Saduperi tank, is aimed at increasing groundwater levels and supporting agriculture in Tamil Nadu.
Q10What has the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) advised banks to integrate to prevent cyber fraud?Options
ABiometric authentication systemsBFinancial Fraud Risk Indicator (FRI) from DoTCAI-powered transaction monitoringDMandatory two-factor authentication for all transactions
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Correct answer
Financial Fraud Risk Indicator (FRI) from DoT
Explanation
The RBI has advised banks to integrate the Department of Telecommunications' (DoT) Financial Fraud Risk Indicator (FRI) for enhanced cyber fraud prevention.