Daily Current Affairs - 2025-11-18
Q1Which two major cities in Tamil Nadu recently had their Metro Rail project proposals rejected by the Union government, citing population criteria as a primary reason?Options
AChennai and MaduraiBCoimbatore and TiruchirappalliCMadurai and CoimbatoreDSalem and Erode
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Madurai and Coimbatore
Explanation
The Union government rejected the Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) for Metro Rail projects in Madurai and Coimbatore, primarily citing that these cities did not meet the population criteria under the 2017 Metro Rail policy.
Q2The South India Natural Farming Summit 2025 was hosted in which city of Tamil Nadu, highlighting the state's keenness on deriving utility from the National Mission on Natural Farming?Options
AChennaiBMaduraiCCoimbatoreDTiruchirappalli
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Coimbatore
Explanation
Coimbatore hosted the South India Natural Farming Summit in 2025, where Tamil Nadu expressed its strong interest in leveraging the National Mission on Natural Farming.
Q3Which district in Tamil Nadu has been identified as a model for successful rabies control efforts, providing a blueprint for the entire state?Options
ASalemBNilgirisCKanyakumariDTheni
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Nilgiris
Explanation
The 'Rabies-free Nilgiris' initiative has been praised by the Worldwide Veterinary Service as a successful model, offering a blueprint for rabies control across Tamil Nadu.
Q4IIT Madras' XTIC Research Centre is set to organize the first-ever International XR Symposium for the Global South. What does 'XR' stand for in this context?Options
AExtra RealityBExtended RealityCXtreme RealityDExperimental Reality
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Extended Reality
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IIT Madras' XTIC Research Centre will host the International XR Symposium, where XR stands for Extended Reality, encompassing virtual, augmented, and mixed reality technologies.
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Q5According to ISRO, when is the Chandrayaan-4 mission, aimed at expanding India's global space economy, likely to be launched?Options
A2026B2027C2028D2029
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2028
Explanation
ISRO has announced that the Chandrayaan-4 mission is likely to be launched in 2028.
Q6Amma Mandapam, a renowned bathing ghat and pilgrim site, which recently faced issues due to space crunch, is located in which district of Tamil Nadu?Options
AMaduraiBTirunelveliCTiruchirappalliDKancheepuram
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Tiruchirappalli
Explanation
Amma Mandapam, a significant pilgrim site, is located in Srirangam, Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu.
Q7M. Appavu, the Speaker of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly, recently accused the Centre of causing 'financial stress' in Tamil Nadu. What was the reason cited?Options
AImposing new taxesBNot releasing due fundsCIncreasing interest rates on loansDDelaying infrastructure projects
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Not releasing due funds
Explanation
M. Appavu accused the Centre of causing financial stress in Tamil Nadu by not releasing the funds due to the state.
Q8Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin recently urged the Prime Minister to expedite the issuing of licences for which specific food item to enhance public nutrition?Options
AOrganic vegetablesBFortified riceCMilletsDEdible oils
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Fortified rice
Explanation
CM M.K. Stalin requested the Prime Minister to expedite the issuance of licenses for fortified rice, which is crucial for public nutrition and food security schemes.
Q9Which institution recently released a report on Water Budgeting in Aspirational Blocks, with the aim of enhancing local water security?Options
AMinistry of Jal ShaktiBNITI AayogCCentral Water CommissionDIndian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR)
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NITI Aayog
Explanation
NITI Aayog released a report on Water Budgeting in Aspirational Blocks to improve local water security, emphasizing sustainable water management.
Q10Which constitutional body recently issued an advisory to standardize government expenditure classification across India, aiming for uniformity and transparency?Options
AElection Commission of India (ECI)BUnion Public Service Commission (UPSC)CComptroller and Auditor General (CAG)DNational Human Rights Commission (NHRC)
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Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG)
Explanation
The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) issued an advisory to standardize government expenditure classification across India, ensuring uniformity and better financial accountability.