Daily Current Affairs - 2025-08-30
Q1What is the primary objective of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin's recent trip to Germany and the United Kingdom?Options
ATo promote cultural exchange programmes.BTo attract investments for Tamil Nadu's industrial sector.CTo discuss international trade agreements.DTo participate in a global climate summit.
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Correct answer
To attract investments for Tamil Nadu's industrial sector.
Explanation
The Chief Minister embarked on a week-long tour to Germany and the UK to attract industrial investments and boost economic growth in Tamil Nadu.
Q2The Tamil Nadu government has shortlisted two sites for a proposed new airport. In which district is this proposed airport to be located?Options
AThoothukudiBRamanathapuramCMaduraiDTirunelveli
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Correct answer
Ramanathapuram
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government has shortlisted two sites for the proposed airport in Ramanathapuram district.
Q3What is the primary concern raised by cotton farmers in Tamil Nadu, as mentioned in recent news?Options
ALack of rainfall affecting crop yield.BInadequate Minimum Support Price (MSP) operations.CShortage of agricultural labor.DHigh cost of pesticides and fertilizers.
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Correct answer
Inadequate Minimum Support Price (MSP) operations.
Explanation
Cotton farmers in Tamil Nadu are in distress as they do not benefit adequately from Minimum Support Price (MSP) operations.
Q4A plastic clean-up drive was recently launched across which specific areas in Tamil Nadu?Options
AUrban residential areasBBird sanctuariesCMajor rivers and canalsDTourist beaches
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Correct answer
Bird sanctuaries
Explanation
A plastic clean-up drive was launched across bird sanctuaries in Tamil Nadu to protect wildlife and their habitats.
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Q5Tamil Nadu is set to conduct a telemetry study on which marine species to identify its movement routes and hotspots?Options
ADugongsBDolphinsCOlive Ridley sea turtlesDSeahorses
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Correct answer
Olive Ridley sea turtles
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government plans to conduct a telemetry study on Olive Ridley sea turtles to understand their migration patterns and critical habitats.
Q6The Indian knitwear exports, particularly from Tirupur, face a significant threat due to which issue, putting many jobs at stake?Options
ADecline in domestic demandBHigh labor costsCUS tariffs on knitwearDShortage of raw materials
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Correct answer
US tariffs on knitwear
Explanation
Indian knitwear exports, especially from Tirupur, are at risk of losing business worth Rs 3,000 crore and over 30 lakh jobs due to new US tariffs.
Q7Which fund, crucial for the 'Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan' in Tamil Nadu, is currently being sought by a TN Congress MP through an indefinite hunger strike?Options
AMid-Day Meal Scheme fundsBSarva Shiksha Abhiyan fundsCNational Health Mission fundsDRural Employment Guarantee Scheme funds
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Correct answer
Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan funds
Explanation
TN Congress MP Sasikanth Senthil is on an indefinite hunger strike demanding the release of funds for the 'Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan' (previously Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan), which are critical for Tamil Nadu's education sector.
Q8Who recently assumed office as the Director General of Police (DGP) in-charge of Tamil Nadu?Options
AShankar JiwalBC. Sylendra BabuCG. VenkatramanDJ.K. Tripathy
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Correct answer
G. Venkatraman
Explanation
G. Venkatraman recently assumed office as the DGP in-charge of Tamil Nadu.
Q9The Tamil Nadu Archaeology Department is set to begin an underwater archaeological survey off the coast between which two historical locations?Options
AChennai and PondicherryBMamallapuram and CuddaloreCPoompuhar and NagapattinamDKanyakumari and Thoothukudi
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Correct answer
Poompuhar and Nagapattinam
Explanation
The T.N. Archaeology Department will conduct an underwater archaeological survey off the coast between Poompuhar and Nagapattinam, areas with rich historical significance.
Q10What is the main demand of opposition-ruled states regarding the Goods and Services Tax (GST) as mentioned in recent news?Options
ATo increase GST rates across all sectorsBTo simplify GST compliance procedures and compensate for revenue losses due to rate cutsCTo centralize all GST collection and distributionDTo abolish GST and revert to the previous tax system
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Correct answer
To simplify GST compliance procedures and compensate for revenue losses due to rate cuts
Explanation
Opposition-ruled states are advocating for the rationalisation of GST rates, easing compliance, and demanding compensation for revenue losses incurred due to GST rate cuts.
Q11The National e-Governance Division (NeGD) recently achieved a significant milestone in digital governance by integrating nearly 2,000 e-Government services on which platforms?Options
AMyGov and UMANGBAadhaar and PANCDigiLocker and e-DistrictDGeM and GSTN
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Correct answer
DigiLocker and e-District
Explanation
NeGD announced the pan-India integration of nearly 2,000 e-Government services on DigiLocker and e-District platforms, enhancing digital service delivery.
Q12Which Indian organization is preparing for a historic leap with the upcoming Gaganyaan Launch, aiming for human spaceflight?Options
ADRDOBBHELCISRODHAL
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Correct answer
ISRO
Explanation
ISRO is actively preparing for the Gaganyaan mission, which aims to demonstrate India's capability for human spaceflight.
Q13The Ministry of Tribal Affairs is set to launch the beta version of an app named "Adi Vaani". What is its primary purpose?Options
ATo promote tribal arts and craftsBTo provide digital literacy to tribal communitiesCTo facilitate translation of Adivasi languagesDTo offer healthcare services to tribal areas
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Correct answer
To facilitate translation of Adivasi languages
Explanation
"Adi Vaani" is an Adivasi languages translation app, the beta version of which is being launched by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs to preserve and promote indigenous languages.
Q14The government recently linked green credits for tree plantation to which two key factors?Options
ANumber of trees planted and water usedBSurvival rate and canopy coverCSpecies diversity and soil qualityDLocation of planting and labor cost
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Correct answer
Survival rate and canopy cover
Explanation
The government has linked green credits for tree plantation to their survival rate and the extent of their canopy cover, emphasizing quantifiable environmental benefits.
Q15Which public sector undertaking (PSU) has secured radar dome manufacturing technology from a DRDO lab, enhancing India's defence capabilities?Options
AHindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)BBharat Electronics Limited (BEL)CBharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL)DMazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL)
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Correct answer
Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL)
Explanation
BHEL has secured radar dome manufacturing technology from a DRDO lab (specifically, DMRL), boosting India's defence capabilities.