Daily Current Affairs - 2025-10-21
Q1Which institution is partnering with GATES to organize the "GATES India ICT Channel Summit 2025" in Chennai?Options
AIIT BombayBIIT DelhiCIIT MadrasDAnna University
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Correct answer
IIT Madras
Explanation
IIT Madras, along with GATES, is organizing the 'GATES India ICT Channel Summit 2025' in Chennai.
Q2IIT Madras has collaborated with which public sector undertaking (PSU) to establish a Centre for Sustainable Energy aimed at driving India’s Net-Zero Transition?Options
AONGCBNTPCCCoal India LimitedDBHEL
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Correct answer
Coal India Limited
Explanation
IIT Madras and Coal India Limited have jointly established the Centre for Sustainable Energy.
Q3In the context of the Northeast monsoon, what specific relaxation has the Tamil Nadu government requested from the Central government regarding paddy procurement?Options
AIncrease minimum support priceBRelax permissible moisture contentCProvide more storage facilitiesDExpedite transportation of paddy
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Correct answer
Relax permissible moisture content
Explanation
Tamil Nadu has requested the Centre to relax the permissible moisture content for paddy procurement due to monsoon rains.
Q4Which Indian city has recently launched the country's first real-time flood forecast system?Options
AMumbaiBChennaiCKolkataDBengaluru
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Correct answer
Chennai
Explanation
Chennai has become the first city in India to get a real-time flood forecast system.
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Q5The Tamil Nadu government plans to amend rules to allow women workers to be engaged in which specific type of operations in factories?Options
ANight shifts onlyBDangerous operationsCManagerial roles onlyDData entry operations
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Correct answer
Dangerous operations
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government is amending rules to permit women workers in 'dangerous operations' in factories.
Q6Under-construction bridges on the Chennai-Bengaluru National Highway were recently opened to traffic in which district of Tamil Nadu?Options
AVelloreBKancheepuramCRanipetDKrishnagiri
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Correct answer
Ranipet
Explanation
The under-construction bridges were opened in Ranipet district.
Q7Tamil Nadu recently closed three spillway shutters of which dam, a move often associated with inter-state water management discussions?Options
AMettur DamBVaigai DamCBhavanisagar DamDMullaperiyar Dam
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Correct answer
Mullaperiyar Dam
Explanation
Tamil Nadu closed the spillway shutters of the Mullaperiyar dam.
Q8Which dam in Erode district recently touched a level of 102 feet, leading to the release of surplus water due to heavy rains?Options
AMettur DamBBhavanisagar DamCAmaravathi DamDSholayar Dam
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Correct answer
Bhavanisagar Dam
Explanation
The Bhavanisagar Dam in Erode district touched 102 feet and released surplus water.
Q9The shutters of the Chembarambakkam reservoir were opened on October 21 for what specific purpose?Options
AIrrigationBPower generationCDrinking water supplyDTo maintain flood buffer
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Correct answer
To maintain flood buffer
Explanation
The shutters were opened to maintain the flood buffer in anticipation of heavy rains.
Q10Valparai, a region in Tamil Nadu, is known for preparing for the smooth migration of which large animal through its corridors?Options
ATigersBIndian GaursCElephantsDLeopards
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Correct answer
Elephants
Explanation
Valparai is preparing for the smooth migration of elephants.
Q11India's first dedicated mission to study the Sun, Aditya-L1, was launched by which organization?Options
ANASABISROCESADJAXA
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Correct answer
ISRO
Explanation
Aditya-L1 is India's solar mission, launched by ISRO.
Q12What is the main objective of the "Tribal Business Conclave 2025" recently announced?Options
APromote tribal art and craftBEmpower tribal entrepreneurs and drive inclusive growthCDiscuss tribal land rightsDPreserve tribal languages
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Correct answer
Empower tribal entrepreneurs and drive inclusive growth
Explanation
The Tribal Business Conclave 2025 aims to empower tribal entrepreneurs and drive inclusive growth.
Q13India Post recently launched a special campaign for its customers to update which details?Options
AAadhaar card numbersBBank account detailsCMobile numbers and email IDsDPostal addresses
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Correct answer
Mobile numbers and email IDs
Explanation
India Post is running a campaign to update mobile numbers and email IDs.
Q14Eknath Chitnis, an ISRO pioneer who recently passed away, was known for his contribution to building India's first ____.Options
AWeather satelliteBCommunication satelliteCNavigation satelliteDEarth observation satellite
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Communication satellite
Explanation
Eknath Chitnis was instrumental in building India's first telecom (communication) satellite.
Q15Which Indian city is slated to host the "Shipbuilding Summit 2025" as India aims for global maritime leadership?Options
AMumbaiBChennaiCKochiDVisakhapatnam
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Correct answer
Kochi
Explanation
Kochi is designated to host the Shipbuilding Summit 2025.
Q16The renovation of which significant historical institution in Chennai has recently sparked debate over the preservation of its heritage?Options
AFort St. GeorgeBRipon BuildingCMadras High CourtDGovernment Museum
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Correct answer
Madras High Court
Explanation
The renovation of the Madras High Court is reported to have led to a debate on heritage preservation.
Q17Which state's Chief Minister recently directed officials to utilize technology for effective implementation and delivery of government schemes?Options
ATamil NaduBKeralaCAndhra PradeshDKarnataka
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Correct answer
Andhra Pradesh
Explanation
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister recently directed officials to use technology for implementing and delivering government schemes.