Daily Current Affairs - 2025-11-19
Q1Which two major cities in Tamil Nadu had their Metro Rail project proposals rejected by the Union Government recently, leading to allegations of 'political bias' and 'flimsy grounds' from the State government?Options
AChennai and MaduraiBCoimbatore and TiruchiCCoimbatore and MaduraiDSalem and Erode
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Correct answer
Coimbatore and Madurai
Explanation
The Union Government rejected the Metro Rail project proposals for Coimbatore and Madurai, citing 'discrepancies' and 'major flaws' in their Detailed Project Reports (DPRs). This decision led to strong criticism from the Tamil Nadu government, which accused the Centre of 'political bias' and acting on 'flimsy grounds' and 'revenge politics'.
Q2At which city in Tamil Nadu did Prime Minister Narendra Modi interact with farmers at the South India Natural Farming Summit 2025 and release the 21st installment of PM-Kisan?Options
AChennaiBMaduraiCCoimbatoreDSalem
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Correct answer
Coimbatore
Explanation
Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the South India Natural Farming Summit 2025 in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, where he interacted with farmers and released the 21st installment of the PM-Kisan scheme.
Q3In which district of Tamil Nadu was the foundation laid for the construction of an anicut across the Thenpennai River?Options
AVelloreBKallakurichiCKrishnagiriDTiruvannamalai
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Correct answer
Kallakurichi
Explanation
The foundation was laid for the construction of an anicut across the Thenpennai River in Kallakurichi district, aiming to improve water management in the region.
Q4The 'Kalaignar sports kit scheme' was recently expanded by Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin to which of the following?Options
ARural schoolsBUrban local bodiesCColleges in delta districtsDAll government employees
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Correct answer
Urban local bodies
Explanation
Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin rolled out the expansion of the Kalaignar sports kit scheme to urban local bodies, aiming to promote sports among the youth in these areas.
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Q5What significant milestone did ISRO's CE20 Cryogenic Engine achieve recently in relation to the Gaganyaan Mission?Options
AIt successfully completed a static fire test with methane fuel.BIt booted up without requiring an external start-gas and performed an engine restart test.CIt demonstrated the ability to carry a crew of three astronauts.DIt was integrated with the Chandrayaan-4 lunar lander.
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Correct answer
It booted up without requiring an external start-gas and performed an engine restart test.
Explanation
ISRO's CE20 Cryogenic Engine, crucial for the Gaganyaan Mission's launch vehicle, successfully booted up without the need for an external start-gas and also performed an engine restart test, marking a significant milestone in space propulsion.
Q6Which national institution recently released a report on 'Water Budgeting in Aspiration Blocks' to enhance local water security?Options
AMinistry of Jal ShaktiBCentral Water CommissionCNITI AayogDGeological Survey of India
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Correct answer
NITI Aayog
Explanation
NITI Aayog released a report on 'Water Budgeting in Aspiration Blocks' as part of its efforts to enhance local water security and management in identified aspirational blocks across the country.
Q7What specific request from Tamil Nadu regarding paddy procurement was recently rejected by the Centre, leading to allegations of 'betrayal'?Options
ARelaxation in paddy moisture content normsBIncrease in Minimum Support Price (MSP) for paddyCSubsidy for new paddy harvesting machinesDExemption from import duties on certain rice varieties
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Correct answer
Relaxation in paddy moisture content norms
Explanation
The Centre rejected Tamil Nadu's request for a relaxation in paddy moisture content norms for procurement, a decision that the State government criticized as a 'betrayal' of farmers' interests.