Daily Current Affairs - 2025-08-27
Q1The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)'s second launch complex is being constructed in which district of Tamil Nadu, and by when is it expected to be ready?Options
AThoothukudi, December 2026BChengalpattu, December 2025CTirunelveli, January 2027DKanyakumari, March 2026
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Correct answer
Thoothukudi, December 2026
Explanation
ISRO's second launch complex is under construction at Kulasekarapattinam in Thoothukudi district and is expected to be ready by December 2026. This facility is designed to handle 20-25 satellite launches annually.
Q2According to the Annual Survey of Industries (ASI) 2023-24, which Indian state has the highest number of factories?Options
AMaharashtraBGujaratCTamil NaduDKarnataka
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Tamil Nadu
Explanation
The Annual Survey of Industries (ASI) 2023-24 report indicates that Tamil Nadu leads all Indian states in the number of factories and possesses a strong industrial workforce.
Q3Recently, the Tamil Nadu government argued before the Supreme Court regarding the powers of the Governor, stating that the Governor cannot act as what?Options
AChief Executive OfficerBSuper CMCState HeadDConstitutional Advisor
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Super CM
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government argued before the Supreme Court that granting general discretion to the Governor would lead to chaos and that the Governor cannot act as a ‘super CM’, emphasizing the constitutional limits of the Governor’s role.
Q4Which welfare scheme of Tamil Nadu is being considered for replication by other states, as highlighted by Punjab's Chief Minister during his visit to the state?Options
AKalaignar Magalir Urimai Thogai ThittamBChief Minister's Breakfast SchemeCPudhumai Penn ThittamDMakkalai Thedi Maruthuvam
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Chief Minister's Breakfast Scheme
Explanation
During his visit to Tamil Nadu, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann stated that he would consider replicating Tamil Nadu’s Breakfast Scheme, indicating its success and potential for implementation in other states.
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Q5What major external economic factor has recently been reported by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin and the Industries Minister as severely impacting the state's exports?Options
AGlobal supply chain disruptionsBIncreased shipping costsCU.S. tariff hikeDDecline in international demand
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Correct answer
U.S. tariff hike
Explanation
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin and the state's Industries Minister have stated that the recent U.S. tariff hike has severely impacted Tamil Nadu's exports and urged the Centre to take necessary action.
Q6The Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board (TNPCB) is set to send a report to the State Environment Impact Assessment Authority (SEIAA) regarding the environmental concerns surrounding the proposed sand quarry in which location?Options
ACuddaloreBTiruvallurCMangammalpuramDKarur
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Mangammalpuram
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board (TNPCB) is preparing to send a report to the State Environment Impact Assessment Authority (SEIAA) concerning the environmental implications of the proposed Mangammalpuram sand quarry.
Q7The Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY), a national mission for financial inclusion, recently completed how many years since its inception?Options
A8 yearsB10 yearsC11 yearsD12 years
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11 years
Explanation
The Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY), India's national mission for financial inclusion, has successfully completed 11 years since its launch.
Q8The Union Cabinet recently approved the restructuring and extension of the lending period for which scheme beyond December 31, 2024?Options
APM-Kisan Samman NidhiBPM Street Vendors AtmaNirbhar Nidhi (PM SVANidhi)CPradhan Mantri Awas YojanaDPradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana
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Correct answer
PM Street Vendors AtmaNirbhar Nidhi (PM SVANidhi)
Explanation
The Union Cabinet approved the restructuring and extension of the lending period for the PM Street Vendors AtmaNirbhar Nidhi (PM SVANidhi) Scheme beyond December 31, 2024, to support street vendors.
Q9What is the name of the centre that recently facilitated the transfer of five cutting-edge technologies developed by ISRO to five Indian companies, promoting self-reliance in the space sector?Options
AAntrix CorporationBNewSpace India Limited (NSIL)CIndian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe)DVikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC)
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Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe)
Explanation
The Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe) facilitated the transfer of five advanced technologies developed by ISRO to five Indian companies, aiming to strengthen self-reliance and reduce import dependence in the space sector.
Q10The Central government recently extended the import duty exemption on cotton until which date?Options
ASeptember 30, 2025BDecember 31, 2025CMarch 31, 2026DJune 30, 2026
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December 31, 2025
Explanation
The Central government has extended the import duty exemption on cotton until December 31, 2025, providing relief to the textile industry, particularly in states like Tamil Nadu.