Daily Current Affairs - 2025-10-05
Q1Where was Tamil Nadu's second mahout village inaugurated, featuring a unique solar-powered microgrid?Options
AMudumalai Tiger ReserveBKalakkad Mundanthurai Tiger ReserveCAnamalai Tiger ReserveDSathyamangalam Tiger Reserve
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Anamalai Tiger Reserve
Explanation
Tamil Nadu’s second mahout village, featuring a solar-powered microgrid, was inaugurated at the Anamalai Tiger Reserve.
Q2Which traditional Tamil Nadu handloom product recently received international recognition by being featured at London Fashion Week?Options
AKancheepuram Silk SareeBBhavani JamakkalamCMadurai Sungudi SareeDArani Silk Saree
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Bhavani Jamakkalam
Explanation
Tamil Nadu’s Bhavani jamakkalam received a red carpet welcome at London Fashion Week, showcasing its traditional craftsmanship on an international platform.
Q3What is the Total Fertility Rate (TFR) of Tamil Nadu, which is considered a significant milestone in population stabilization?Options
A1.8B2.1C1.4D2.5
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1.4
Explanation
Tamil Nadu has achieved a Total Fertility Rate (TFR) of 1.4, which is highlighted as a significant milestone in population stabilization efforts by the state.
Q4The Tamil Nadu government announced a special Deepavali bonus for which category of employees?Options
AState government teachersBPublic Sector Undertaking (PSU) employeesCContract workers in local bodiesDHealthcare workers in private hospitals
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Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) employees
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government announced a Deepavali bonus for employees of Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs).
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Q5What was the theme for the Wildlife Week 2025 Celebrations, presided over by Union Environment Minister Shri Bhupender Yadav?Options
AProtecting Endangered SpeciesBHuman-Wildlife coexistenceCBiodiversity for a Sustainable FutureDConservation of Marine Life
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Human-Wildlife coexistence
Explanation
The Wildlife Week 2025 Celebrations, presided over by Union Environment Minister Shri Bhupender Yadav at Dehradun, had the theme ‘Human-Wildlife coexistence’.
Q6The Supreme Court recently orally mooted transferring the trial of a cash-for-jobs scam involving a former Tamil Nadu Minister outside the state. Which court initially appointed the SIT to probe this case?Options
AChennai High CourtBMadras High CourtCMadurai Bench of Madras High CourtDSpecial Court for MLA/MPs
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Madras High Court
Explanation
The Supreme Court orally mooted transferring the cash-for-jobs scam trial involving a former Tamil Nadu Minister outside the state. The Madras High Court had previously appointed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the Karur stampede case (related context from articles 36, 37).
Q7Flood control works have recently been launched in which major Tamil Nadu city to mitigate monsoon-related issues?Options
AChennaiBMaduraiCCoimbatoreDThoothukudi
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Thoothukudi
Explanation
Flood control works were recently launched in Thoothukudi to address and mitigate monsoon-related flooding issues in the city.
Q8What is the name of the political slogan that recently caused a debate between Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi and Chief Minister M.K. Stalin?Options
A‘Vaazhga Tamil! Valarga Tamizhagam!’B‘Tamil Nadu Poradum, Tamil Nadu Vellum’C‘Ellaarkkum Ellam!’D‘Dravida Naadu, Dravida Suyamariyadhai’
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‘Tamil Nadu Poradum, Tamil Nadu Vellum’
Explanation
The political slogan ‘Tamil Nadu Poradum, Tamil Nadu Vellum’ (தமிழ்நாடு போராடும், தமிழ்நாடு வெல்லும்) was at the center of a debate between Governor R.N. Ravi and Chief Minister M.K. Stalin.
Q9The Tamil Nadu Infectious Disease Conclave was recently held in which city?Options
AChennaiBCoimbatoreCMaduraiDTrichy
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Madurai
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu Infectious Disease Conclave was recently held in Madurai to discuss strategies and advancements in tackling infectious diseases.
Q10Which national test did a Nellore-based teacher recently top, an initiative for government employees?Options
AUPSC Civil Services ExamBiGOT Karmayogi national testCNational Eligibility Test (NET)DTeachers Eligibility Test (TET)
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iGOT Karmayogi national test
Explanation
A Nellore-based teacher recently bagged the top rank in the iGOT Karmayogi national test, which is designed for government employees.
Q11Which organization released the Indian Radio Software Architecture standard 1.0 to enable interoperability in military communication?Options
AISROBDRDOCHALDBEL
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DRDO
Explanation
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) released the Indian Radio Software Architecture standard 1.0 to ensure interoperability in military communication systems.
Q12According to Union Minister L. Murugan, how much financial aid has the Centre provided to Tamil Nadu over the past 11 years?Options
A₹5 lakh croreB₹10 lakh croreC₹12 lakh croreD₹15 lakh crore
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₹12 lakh crore
Explanation
Union Minister L. Murugan stated that the Centre has given ₹12 lakh crore to Tamil Nadu over the past 11 years.
Q13Which company won the Mahatma Award 2025 for CSR Excellence in Waste and Material Productivity?Options
AReliance IndustriesBTata GroupCBisleri InternationalDAdani Group
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Bisleri International
Explanation
Bisleri International was honored with the Mahatma Award 2025 for its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) excellence in waste and material productivity.
Q14What is the current trend observed in paddy coverage in the Cauvery delta during the current Samba season compared to last year?Options
ASignificantly higherBSlightly higherCLower than last yearDRemained unchanged
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Lower than last year
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Paddy coverage in the Cauvery delta during the current Samba season is reported to be lower than last year, indicating potential challenges for farmers in the region.
Q15Under which Tamil Nadu government scheme has spending on oncology (cancer treatment) significantly increased?Options
AKalaignar Health Insurance SchemeBChief Minister’s Comprehensive Health Insurance SchemeCPrime Minister Jan Arogya YojanaDMakkalai Thedi Maruthuvam
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Chief Minister’s Comprehensive Health Insurance Scheme
Explanation
Spending on oncology has significantly risen under the Chief Minister’s Comprehensive Health Insurance Scheme (CMCHIS) in Tamil Nadu, reflecting increased focus on cancer care.