Daily Current Affairs - 2025-10-11
Q1Which state has shown a good response to FSSAI’s initiative to convert used cooking oil (UCO) into biofuel?Options
AKeralaBKarnatakaCAndhra PradeshDTamil Nadu
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Correct answer
Tamil Nadu
Explanation
The article states that FSSAI’s drive to convert used cooking oil as biofuel gets a good response in several districts in Tamil Nadu.
Q2The Tamil Nadu government recently relaxed norms for which categories of industries located in peri-urban village panchayat areas?Options
ARed and Orange category industriesBGreen and White category industriesCChemical and Textile industriesDHeavy and Mining industries
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Green and White category industries
Explanation
The news article states that Tamil Nadu relaxed norms to benefit green and white category industries in peri-urban village panchayat areas.
Q3Which institution in Chennai is set to undertake a study on traditional tribal snakebite remedies?Options
AMadras Crocodile Bank TrustBArignar Anna Zoological ParkCChennai Snake ParkDGuindy National Park
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Correct answer
Chennai Snake Park
Explanation
The article mentions that Chennai Snake Park will study tribal snakebite remedies.
Q4What is the target set by the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) for mariculture production by the year 2047?Options
A10 lakh tonnesB15 lakh tonnesC20 lakh tonnesD25 lakh tonnes
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25 lakh tonnes
Explanation
CMFRI aims to increase mariculture production to 25 lakh tonnes by 2047.
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Q5The Tamil Nadu government plans to borrow a significant amount in the third quarter of Fiscal Year 2026 (Q3 FY2026). What is the projected borrowing amount?Options
A₹25,000 croreB₹30,000 croreC₹39,000 croreD₹45,000 crore
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Correct answer
₹39,000 crore
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government plans to borrow ₹39,000 crore in Q3 of FY2026.
Q6For how many years did Madras University face a financial crunch, leading to its inability to print mark sheets for students?Options
AOne yearBTwo yearsCThree yearsDFour years
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Three years
Explanation
The article states that for three years, Madras University had no money to print mark sheets.
Q7What is the name of ISRO's first humanoid robot set to be part of the Gaganyaan space mission?Options
AKIRABMitraCVyommitraDShakti
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Vyommitra
Explanation
ISRO's first humanoid robot for the Gaganyaan space mission is named 'Vyommitra'.
Q8The Madras High Court recently upheld the existing name of a sacred hill in Tamil Nadu and imposed a ban on animal sacrificial practices at its premises. Which hill/temple is this ruling related to?Options
APalani Hills (Arulmigu Dhandayuthapani Swamy Temple)BTiruttani Hills (Arulmigu Subramaniya Swamy Temple)CTirupparankundram Hills (Arulmigu Subramaniya Swamy Temple)DPazhamudircholai Hills (Arulmigu Solaimalai Murugan Temple)
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Correct answer
Tirupparankundram Hills (Arulmigu Subramaniya Swamy Temple)
Explanation
The Madras High Court's ruling specifically addresses the Tirupparankundram hill and its associated temple, upholding its name and banning animal sacrifices.
Q9The Prime Minister recently launched 'Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PM-DDKY)' and the 'Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses'. What is the primary objective of the 'Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses'?Options
ATo promote cultivation of oilseedsBTo achieve self-reliance in the production of pulsesCTo increase export of rice and wheatDTo provide free fertilizers to farmers
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To achieve self-reliance in the production of pulses
Explanation
The name 'Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses' directly indicates its objective of achieving self-reliance in the production of pulses.
Q10The Supreme Court recently issued a notice on an NGO's plea to decommission a 130-year-old dam, which has been a point of contention between Tamil Nadu and Kerala. Which dam is being referred to?Options
AParambikulam DamBIdukki DamCMullaperiyar DamDSiruvani Dam
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Mullaperiyar Dam
Explanation
The article explicitly refers to the 'Mullaperiyar Dam' in Kerala, which is 130 years old and is a long-standing dispute between Tamil Nadu and Kerala.
Q11What will Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin inaugurate on October 13, as part of the state's efforts to boost the food processing sector?Options
ATwo new IT parksBTwo mega food parksCTwo textile manufacturing unitsDTwo pharmaceutical research centers
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Two mega food parks
Explanation
CM Stalin is set to inaugurate two mega food parks in Tamil Nadu on October 13.
Q12A modern ornamental fish trade centre with 188 shops was recently inaugurated in which locality of Chennai?Options
ARoyapuramBMylaporeCKolathurDEnnore
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Kolathur
Explanation
A modern ornamental fish trade centre with 188 shops was inaugurated in Kolathur, Chennai.
Q13The 'Vidiyal Payanam' programme, a flagship scheme of the Tamil Nadu government, has been expanded to benefit which specific group of people?Options
AFarmers affected by droughtBWomen entrepreneurs in rural areasCPersons with disabilities living in hilly areasDOrphaned children in urban centers
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Persons with disabilities living in hilly areas
Explanation
The 'Vidiyal Payanam' programme has been expanded to benefit persons with disabilities living in hilly areas.
Q14During a gram sabha meeting, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin emphasized the importance of which traditional practice to ensure long-term water security in villages?Options
ADesilting of riversBConstruction of check damsCRainwater harvestingDDrilling borewells
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Rainwater harvesting
Explanation
CM Stalin urged villagers to take up rainwater harvesting to ensure long-term water security in villages.
Q15The Department of Posts recently released a special collection of picture postcards featuring various aspects of Tamil Nadu's culture and heritage. What is the title of this collection?Options
AMarvels of Tamil NaduBThe Hues of Tamil NaduCTamil Nadu in FocusDGlimpses of Tamil Nadu
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Correct answer
The Hues of Tamil Nadu
Explanation
The Department of Posts released picture postcards on ‘The Hues of Tamil Nadu’.
Q16Who became the first Indian to receive the prestigious IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature) award for innovation in national parks management?Options
ADr. M. K. RanjitsinhBBittu SahgalCVivek MenonDThe Director of Kaziranga
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Correct answer
The Director of Kaziranga
Explanation
The Director of Kaziranga became the first Indian to receive the IUCN award for innovation in national parks.