Daily Current Affairs - 2025-11-23
Q1Which of the following flagship schemes of the Tamil Nadu government aim to empower girl students and support boys in higher education, respectively?Options
AMakkalai Thedi Maruthuvam and Kalaignar Magalir Urimai ThogaiBPudhumai Penn and Tamil PuthalvanCChief Minister's Breakfast Scheme and Illam Thedi KalviDNaan Mudhalvan and Puthumai Penn
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Pudhumai Penn and Tamil Puthalvan
Explanation
The Pudhumai Penn scheme aims to empower girl students by providing financial assistance, while the Tamil Puthalvan scheme supports boys in higher education. The government announced that over 4.13 lakh girl and over 3.28 lakh boy students benefited under these schemes in 2024-25.
Q2Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin recently urged the Union government to reconsider which two proposed metro rail projects in the state?Options
AChennai and MaduraiBCoimbatore and SalemCCoimbatore and MaduraiDTiruchirappalli and Thanjavur
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Coimbatore and Madurai
Explanation
Chief Minister M.K. Stalin urged Prime Minister Modi to reconsider the Coimbatore (Kovai) and Madurai metro rail projects, indicating a desire for their implementation or review.
Q3Farmers and the DMK-led alliance recently staged protests in delta districts like Thanjavur against the Union government's refusal to relax norms regarding which agricultural produce?Options
ASugarcaneBPaddyCCottonDMaize
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Paddy
Explanation
The protests in Thanjavur and other delta districts by farmers and the DMK-led alliance were specifically against the Centre's refusal to relax paddy moisture norms, which affects the procurement and pricing for farmers.
Q4The Mekedatu dam project, which has been a point of contention, involves a water dispute between which two Indian states?Options
AKarnataka and KeralaBKarnataka and Tamil NaduCAndhra Pradesh and Tamil NaduDKerala and Tamil Nadu
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Karnataka and Tamil Nadu
Explanation
The Mekedatu dam project, proposed by Karnataka across the Cauvery River, has been a long-standing dispute between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.
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Q5The "Naan Mudhalvan" initiative, a flagship skill development program of the Tamil Nadu government, has recently been expanded to include which critical sector?Options
AManufacturingBInformation TechnologyCHealthcareDAgriculture
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Healthcare
Explanation
The Naan Mudhalvan initiative, which focuses on skill development for youth, has been expanded to the healthcare sector to train professionals for various medical and allied fields.
Q6Which public sector entity has extended its doorstep service for submitting Digital Life Certificates to all eligible pensioners, enhancing ease of access?Options
AState Bank of IndiaBLife Insurance Corporation of IndiaCIndia Post Payments BankDEmployees' Provident Fund Organisation
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India Post Payments Bank
Explanation
India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) has extended its doorstep digital life certificate service to all pensioners, making it easier for them to submit their annual life certificates.
Q7As part of the 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' initiative, which Indian public sector undertaking has partnered with Safran Electronics & Defence to produce the HAMMER Smart Precision Guided Air-to-Ground Weapon in India?Options
ABharat Dynamics Limited (BDL)BHindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)CBharat Electronics Limited (BEL)DMazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL)
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Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL)
Explanation
Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) and Safran Electronics & Defence have signed a Joint Venture Cooperation Agreement for the production of HAMMER Smart Precision Guided Air-to-Ground Weapon in India, aligning with the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative.
Q8Under the National Quantum Mission, where have Quantum Fabrication & Central Facilities, including India's first Liquid Helium Cryogenic facility, been announced?Options
AIIT DelhiBIIT MadrasCIIT BombayDIISc Bangalore
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IIT Bombay
Explanation
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh announced the establishment of Quantum Fabrication & Central Facilities, including India's first Liquid Helium Cryogenic facility, at IIT Bombay under the National Quantum Mission.
Q9Recently, which major river in southern Tamil Nadu, flowing through districts like Tirunelveli and Thoothukudi, had a flood alert issued due to heavy rainfall?Options
AVaigai RiverBThamirabarani RiverCPalar RiverDCauvery River
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Thamirabarani River
Explanation
Heavy rain lashed southern districts of Tamil Nadu, leading to a flood alert being issued along the Thamirabarani river, which flows through Tirunelveli and Thoothukudi districts.
Q10The Tamil Nadu government recently announced police honours for the funeral of which renowned Tamil poet, known for his modern poetry and literary contributions?Options
AVairamuthuBErode TamilanbanCKambarDBharathidasan
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Erode Tamilanban
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government announced that police honours would be accorded at the funeral of the noted Tamil poet Erode Tamilanban.
Q11Which banned industrial dye, often linked to health concerns, has reportedly been found returning in Indian food products, prompting regulatory scrutiny?Options
ARhodamine BBMalachite GreenCSudan IDAuramine
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Auramine
Explanation
Auramine, a banned industrial dye, has been found returning in Indian food products. This dye is known for its carcinogenic properties and is prohibited for use in food.
Q12The Tamil Nadu government has recently found itself in a tight corner over the implementation of which central legislative framework, citing concerns regarding its practical application in the state?Options
AThe Code on Wages, 2019BThe Industrial Relations Code, 2020CThe Code on Social Security, 2020DThe Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020
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The Code on Social Security, 2020
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government is facing difficulties and is in a 'tight corner' over the implementation of the Code on Social Security, 2020, due to various concerns about its practical implications in the state.