Daily Current Affairs - 2025-10-23
Q1Tamil Nadu's first Medical Devices Testing Laboratory is being established in which city?Options
AChennaiBCoimbatoreCMaduraiDTrichy
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Correct answer
Coimbatore
Explanation
Tamil Nadu’s first Medical Devices Testing Laboratory is being established in Coimbatore, with an alternative land identified for its setup.
Q2Which flagship scheme of the Tamil Nadu government focuses on uplifting women by providing financial assistance?Options
APudhumai Penn ThittamBKalaignar Magalir Urimai ThittamCMoovalur Ramamirtham Ammaiyar Memorial Marriage Assistance SchemeDThalikku Thangam Thittam
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Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thittam
Explanation
The 'Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thittam' is a flagship scheme of the Tamil Nadu government designed to uplift women by providing financial assistance, as highlighted in the news.
Q3The Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu is set to inaugurate the state's first solar bus terminal in which city?Options
ACoimbatoreBMaduraiCErodeDSalem
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Erode
Explanation
T.N. CM Stalin is scheduled to inaugurate the Solar bus terminal in Erode on November 27.
Q4Recent allegations by Arappor Iyakkam concern illegal plan approval for a building on which significant marshland in Tamil Nadu, a recognized wetland?Options
APichavaram Mangrove ForestBPoint Calimere Wildlife and Bird SanctuaryCVembar WetlandDPallikaranai Marshland
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Correct answer
Pallikaranai Marshland
Explanation
Arappor Iyakkam has alleged illegal plan approval for a building on the Pallikaranai marshland, a crucial wetland in Tamil Nadu.
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Q5According to recent statements by ISRO Chairman, what percentage of the development work for India's Gaganyaan human spaceflight mission has been completed, and what is the target year for the crewed mission launch?Options
A75% completed, 2026B90% completed, 2027C80% completed, 2025D95% completed, 2028
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90% completed, 2027
Explanation
ISRO Chairman V Narayanan recently stated that the Gaganyaan mission is 90% complete and aims for a crewed mission launch in 2027.
Q6Regarding paddy procurement in Tamil Nadu, which of the following is NOT a recent development or concern highlighted by news reports?Options
ACentral teams inspecting paddy moisture levels.BRequest to relax paddy procurement norms.COpposition to mobile paddy procurement centres.DSignificant reduction in daily paddy transportation quota by TNCSC.
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Correct answer
Significant reduction in daily paddy transportation quota by TNCSC.
Explanation
News reports indicate that the daily quota for transportation of paddy by TNCSC has been 'stepped up substantially', not significantly reduced.
Q7The Madras High Court recently dismissed a plea seeking permission for 'cock fights' in Tamil Nadu, ruling that such events:Options
ACan be permitted if held with local body approval.BAre protected under traditional cultural rights.CViolate animal cruelty laws and cannot be conferred cultural status.DAre allowed with conditions during specific festival seasons.
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Violate animal cruelty laws and cannot be conferred cultural status.
Explanation
The Madras High Court ruled that organising cock fights violates animal cruelty laws and cannot be conferred cultural status in Tamil Nadu.
Q8JIPMER (Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research) is offering free ABHA Card registration and on-site printing under which national mission?Options
ANational Health MissionBPradhan Mantri Jan Arogya YojanaCAyushman Bharat Digital MissionDNational Digital Health Blueprint
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Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission
Explanation
JIPMER is offering free ABHA Card registration and on-site printing under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM).
Q9The Tamil Nadu government recently sanctioned ₹186 crore to Chennai Corporation for what purpose?Options
ATo build new public toiletsBTo upgrade street lighting infrastructureCTo provide food for conservancy workersDTo establish a new waste management plant
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Correct answer
To provide food for conservancy workers
Explanation
The T.N. government sanctioned ₹186 crore to Chennai Corporation specifically to provide food for conservancy workers.
Q10Which professional body in Tamil Nadu has recently sought the establishment of a dedicated 'Civil Engineers’ Council' in the state?Options
ATamil Nadu Architects AssociationBTamil Nadu Builders AssociationCInstitute of Indian Engineers (Tamil Nadu Chapter)DTamil Nadu Contractors' Federation
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Correct answer
Tamil Nadu Builders Association
Explanation
Builders in Tamil Nadu have sought the establishment of a Civil Engineers’ Council to regulate and improve the profession.
Q11Which Union Ministry has invited India's creative minds to design the logo for the Green Hydrogen Mission, offering a prize of ₹1 Lakh to the winner?Options
AMinistry of Environment, Forest and Climate ChangeBMinistry of New and Renewable EnergyCMinistry of PowerDMinistry of Science and Technology
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Correct answer
Ministry of New and Renewable Energy
Explanation
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has invited designs for the logo of the Green Hydrogen Mission.
Q12The Indian government recently introduced standards for navigation with which indigenous satellite navigation system?Options
AGPSBGLONASSCGalileoDNavIC
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NavIC
Explanation
The government has introduced standards for navigation using its indigenous NavIC satellite navigation system.
Q13The Tamil Nadu government is set to confer the 'Vaikom Award for Social Justice' to which activist?Options
AAruna RoyBMedha PatkarCThenmozhi SoundararajanDVandana Shiva
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Correct answer
Thenmozhi Soundararajan
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government will confer the Vaikom Award for Social Justice to activist Thenmozhi Soundararajan.