Daily Current Affairs - 2025-07-18
Q1Which Chola ruler is associated with the 1000-year-old Chola Gangam lake in Ariyalur and is being honored with a commemorative coin by the Prime Minister?Options
ARajaraja Chola IBRajendra Chola ICKulothunga Chola IDKarikala Chola
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Correct answer
Rajendra Chola I
Explanation
The Chola Gangam lake in Ariyalur is a 1000-year-old symbol of Rajendra Chola's victory. Prime Minister Modi is set to release a commemorative coin of King Rajendra Chola at Gangaikonda Cholapuram.
Q2What significant reform in crime reporting has the Tamil Nadu government recently introduced, allowing First Information Reports (FIRs) to be registered regardless of jurisdictional limits?Options
AOnline FIRBZero FIRCMobile FIRDCommunity FIR
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Zero FIR
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government has implemented the concept of 'Zero FIR', enabling FIRs to be registered at any police station in the state, even if the crime occurred outside its jurisdiction.
Q3Which industrial park in Tamil Nadu is set for a significant expansion with the acquisition of over 2,260 acres of land?Options
ASholinganallur IT ParkBHosur SIPCOTCNanguneri SIPCOT Industrial ParkDOragadam Industrial Park
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Correct answer
Nanguneri SIPCOT Industrial Park
Explanation
Over 2,260 acres of land are to be acquired for the expansion of the Nanguneri SIPCOT Industrial Park, located in Tirunelveli district, Tamil Nadu.
Q4In which district of Tamil Nadu is free coaching for TNPSC Group II/II A examinations scheduled to begin from July 25?Options
AChennaiBMaduraiCThoothukudiDCoimbatore
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Correct answer
Thoothukudi
Explanation
Free coaching for TNPSC Group II/II A examinations will commence from July 25 in Thoothukudi district.
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Q5The NISAR mission, described as India’s "eye in the sky," is a joint Earth observation satellite project. Which two space agencies are collaborating on this mission?Options
AISRO and ESABISRO and RoscosmosCISRO and JAXADISRO and NASA
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Correct answer
ISRO and NASA
Explanation
The NISAR (NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar) mission is a joint Earth-observing mission between the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and NASA.
Q6The National Green Tribunal (NGT) recently directed the Karnataka government to address pollution in which interstate river, a vital water source for parts of Tamil Nadu?Options
ACauvery RiverBThenpennai RiverCPalar RiverDBhavani River
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Correct answer
Thenpennai River
Explanation
The NGT directed the Karnataka government to address pollution in the Thenpennai river, which flows through both Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.
Q7The Pradhan Mantri Jan Vikas Karyakram (PMJVK) scheme primarily focuses on which of the following objectives?Options
APromoting agricultural exportsBDeveloping smart citiesCFostering development in underprivileged regionsDEnhancing space research
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Correct answer
Fostering development in underprivileged regions
Explanation
The PMJVK scheme aims to foster development in underprivileged regions by providing basic amenities, skill development centers, and girls' hostels.
Q8The Tamil Nadu government has recently established a new institution aimed at providing professional training in media. What is its name?Options
ATamil Nadu Media AcademyBChennai Institute of JournalismCState School of CommunicationDAnna School of Media Studies
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Correct answer
Chennai Institute of Journalism
Explanation
The T.N. government has established the Chennai Institute of Journalism to offer professional training.
Q9A task force recently recommended that states like Andhra Pradesh should take a cue from which Indian state to effectively tap the potential of the 'blue economy'?Options
AKeralaBGujaratCWest BengalDTamil Nadu
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Correct answer
Tamil Nadu
Explanation
A task force suggested that Andhra Pradesh should learn from states like Tamil Nadu to capitalize on the potential of the 'blue economy', indicating Tamil Nadu's strong performance in this sector.
Q10A new lichen species, revealing ancient symbiosis, was recently discovered in which prominent ecological region of India?Options
AHimalayan RangesBEastern GhatsCWestern GhatsDSundarbans
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Correct answer
Western Ghats
Explanation
A new lichen species, revealing ancient symbiosis, was recently discovered in the Western Ghats.
Q11The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) is currently testing 'glass grid' technology to prevent cracks on a major highway connecting Tamil Nadu to another state. Which highway is it?Options
AChennai-Bengaluru HighwayBMadurai-Kochi HighwayCCoimbatore-Mysuru HighwayDSalem-Ernakulam Highway
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Correct answer
Chennai-Bengaluru Highway
Explanation
NHAI is testing 'glass grid' technology on the Chennai-Bengaluru highway to prevent cracks and enhance road durability.
Q12The Madras High Court recently sought the government's stand on establishing a Commission of Enquiry regarding which specific type of land?Options
APanchami landsBForest landsCBhoodan landsDCoastal Regulation Zone lands
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Correct answer
Bhoodan lands
Explanation
The Madras High Court has asked the government for its stance on constituting a Commission of Enquiry to investigate matters related to Bhoodan lands.