Daily Current Affairs - 2025-08-26
Q1Which of the following statements about the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister's Breakfast Scheme is/are correct?
1. The scheme was recently expanded to include government-aided schools in urban areas.
2. The Chief Minister of Punjab recently expressed interest in replicating this scheme in his state.Options
AOnly 1BOnly 2CBoth 1 and 2DNeither 1 nor 2
Options
Correct answer
Both 1 and 2
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu Chief Minister's Breakfast Scheme was indeed expanded to include government-aided schools in urban areas. Additionally, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann praised the scheme and expressed his interest in replicating it in Punjab.
Q2The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has floated tenders for an elevated corridor project in Tamil Nadu. This project will connect which two locations?Options
AThiruvanmiyur to UthandiBChennai to KanchipuramCMadurai to TirunelveliDCoimbatore to Salem
Options
Correct answer
Thiruvanmiyur to Uthandi
Explanation
The NHAI has floated tenders for an elevated corridor project connecting Thiruvanmiyur to Uthandi in Tamil Nadu.
Q3The Madras High Court recently raised concerns regarding the non-opening of the admissions portal in Tamil Nadu for which of the following educational acts, months after the beginning of the academic year?Options
ARight to Education (RTE) ActBNational Education Policy (NEP)CTamil Nadu School Education ActDCentral Universities Act
Options
Correct answer
Right to Education (RTE) Act
Explanation
The Madras High Court recently expressed concern over the non-opening of the admission portal for the Right to Education (RTE) Act in Tamil Nadu, despite months into the academic year.
Q4Recently, the state of Tamil Nadu posed 234 questions to the Centre, primarily focusing on which of the following themes?Options
AStrengthening state powers and federalismBEconomic reforms and GST implementationCNational security and border managementDScience & technology advancements
Options
Correct answer
Strengthening state powers and federalism
Explanation
Tamil Nadu recently posed 234 questions to the Centre, seeking stronger state powers and emphasizing the principles of federalism.
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Q5How many government medical colleges in Tamil Nadu recently received the NABH (National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers) award for their quality healthcare services?Options
A3B5C7D10
Options
Correct answer
5
Explanation
Five government medical colleges in Tamil Nadu recently received the NABH award for their quality healthcare services.
Q6Tamil Nadu fishers are counting on the Supreme Court for the retrieval of Katchatheevu. What is the primary reason behind the demand for its retrieval by the fishing community?Options
ATo regain historical fishing rightsBFor mineral explorationCTo establish a naval baseDFor exclusive tourism development
Options
Correct answer
To regain historical fishing rights
Explanation
The demand for the retrieval of Katchatheevu by Tamil Nadu fishers is primarily aimed at regaining their historical and traditional fishing rights in the Palk Strait, which were affected after the island was ceded to Sri Lanka.
Q7The Union Cabinet recently approved the restructuring and extension of the lending period for the PM SVANidhi Scheme. This scheme primarily targets which of the following beneficiaries?Options
ASmall and marginal farmersBStreet vendorsCWomen entrepreneursDRural artisans
Options
Correct answer
Street vendors
Explanation
The PM SVANidhi (PM Street Vendors AtmaNirbhar Nidhi) Scheme is a Central Sector Scheme designed to empower street vendors by providing them with access to affordable working capital loans.
Q8The Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe) recently facilitated the transfer of five cutting-edge technologies developed by ISRO to Indian companies. What is the primary objective of IN-SPACe in such initiatives?Options
ATo conduct independent space missionsBTo regulate international space cooperationCTo strengthen self-reliance and reduce import dependence in India's space sectorDTo provide funding for global space startups
Options
Correct answer
To strengthen self-reliance and reduce import dependence in India's space sector
Explanation
IN-SPACe's primary objective in facilitating technology transfer from ISRO to Indian companies is to strengthen self-reliance (Atmanirbharta) and reduce import dependence in the Indian space sector.
Q9ISRO recently conducted an 'Air Drop Test' which is a crucial step for which of its upcoming missions?Options
AChandrayaan-4BAditya-L1CGaganyaan MissionDMangalyaan-2
Options
Correct answer
Gaganyaan Mission
Explanation
ISRO's recent 'Air Drop Test' is a significant step in the roadmap for its Gaganyaan Mission, aimed at sending humans to space.
Q10The Supreme Court recently raised a significant constitutional question regarding the powers of Governors, asking why the judiciary cannot review their inaction on which of the following matters?Options
AState budget allocationsBAppointment of Chief MinistersCBills passed by the State LegislatureDDecisions on national security
Options
Correct answer
Bills passed by the State Legislature
Explanation
The Supreme Court questioned why the judiciary cannot review the inaction of Governors on bills passed by the State Legislature, highlighting concerns about the constitutional roles.