Daily Current Affairs - 2025-08-05
Q1Which of the following statements is true regarding Tamil Nadu's recent economic performance?Options
ATamil Nadu has recorded double-digit economic growth in real terms after 14 years.BTamil Nadu is the only State in India to achieve double-digit economic growth in real terms.CBoth A and BDNeither A nor B
Options
Correct answer
Both A and B
Explanation
Tamil Nadu has recorded double-digit economic growth in real terms after a gap of 14 years. Additionally, it is highlighted as the only State in India to achieve this feat.
Q2Which international electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer recently inaugurated a new factory in Tamil Nadu?Options
ATeslaBVinFastCBYDDRivian
Options
Correct answer
VinFast
Explanation
Vietnamese electric vehicle manufacturer VinFast has inaugurated its new factory in Tamil Nadu, marking its entry into the Indian market.
Q3What was the recent Supreme Court ruling regarding the use of Chief Minister's name and photos in Tamil Nadu government welfare schemes?Options
AThe Supreme Court upheld the Madras High Court's ban on using the CM's name and photos.BThe Supreme Court overturned the Madras High Court's ban, allowing the use of the CM's name and photos.CThe Supreme Court referred the matter back to the Madras High Court for reconsideration.DThe Supreme Court imposed a temporary injunction on using the CM's name and photos until further review.
Options
Correct answer
The Supreme Court overturned the Madras High Court's ban, allowing the use of the CM's name and photos.
Explanation
The Supreme Court set aside the Madras High Court order that had barred the Tamil Nadu government from using Chief Minister M.K. Stalin’s name and photographs in welfare schemes.
Q4The Union government has released ₹3,000 crore for which major infrastructure project in Tamil Nadu during the current financial year?Options
AChennai-Bengaluru Industrial CorridorBChennai Metro Phase 2CMadurai AIIMS constructionDCoastal Road Development Project
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Correct answer
Chennai Metro Phase 2
Explanation
The Centre has released an amount of ₹3,000 crore for the Chennai Metro Phase 2 project in the current financial year.
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Q5Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the M.S. Swaminathan Centenary International Conference. M.S. Swaminathan is renowned for his contributions to which field?Options
ASpace TechnologyBInformation TechnologyCAgriculture and Green RevolutionDNuclear Physics
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Correct answer
Agriculture and Green Revolution
Explanation
M.S. Swaminathan, often called the 'Father of the Green Revolution in India', is celebrated for his pivotal role in introducing and developing high-yielding varieties of wheat and rice in India, significantly contributing to the country's food security.
Q6ISRO's HOPE Mission recently simulated a space habitat for future manned missions. This simulation exercise was conducted in which region?Options
AAndaman and Nicobar IslandsBLadakhCRann of KutchDThar Desert
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Correct answer
Ladakh
Explanation
ISRO's HOPE Mission conducted a space habitat simulation in Ladakh to prepare for upcoming manned missions like Gaganyaan and potential moon landings, simulating the extreme conditions of space.