Daily Current Affairs - 2025-11-29
Q1What was a significant impact of Cyclone Ditwah in the Delta region of Tamil Nadu, as reported by The Hindu?Options
AWidespread submergence of agricultural cropsBClosure of all major portsCDisruption of power supply across the entire stateDEvacuation of coastal towns
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Correct answer
Widespread submergence of agricultural crops
Explanation
The Hindu reported widespread submergence of crops in the Delta region due to Cyclone Ditwah, causing significant damage to agriculture.
Q2Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has recently criticized the Centre for its 'persistent neglect' of Tamil Nadu. Which of the following major infrastructure projects in Tamil Nadu has he specifically highlighted as facing delays or lacking central approval?Options
AChennai-Bengaluru Industrial Corridor & Salem Airport ExpansionBMadurai & Coimbatore Metro Rail projects and Coimbatore airport expansionCThoothukudi Outer Harbour Project & Sethusamudram Shipping Canal ProjectDCauvery-Vaigai-Gundar River Link Project & Tiruchi-Madurai National Highway
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Correct answer
Madurai & Coimbatore Metro Rail projects and Coimbatore airport expansion
Explanation
CM Stalin and DMK MPs have specifically raised concerns about the delays and lack of central approval for the Madurai and Coimbatore Metro Rail projects and the Coimbatore airport expansion.
Q3Trade unions in Tamil Nadu have expressed strong opposition to a recent draft law. What is the primary concern of this proposed legislation?Options
ATo increase working hours for all industrial workersBTo restrict women's entry into the IT sectorCTo permit women to work in hazardous industriesDTo reduce minimum wages for certain sectors
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Correct answer
To permit women to work in hazardous industries
Explanation
Trade unions in Tamil Nadu are opposing a draft law that proposes to allow women to work in hazardous industries, citing safety and welfare concerns.
Q4The Tamil Nadu Agriculture Minister recently urged farmers to take a crucial step before December 1. What was this directive?Options
ATo register for the new animal husbandry schemeBTo cultivate only drought-resistant cropsCTo apply for crop insuranceDTo form new farmer producer organizations
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Correct answer
To apply for crop insurance
Explanation
The T.N. Agriculture Minister urged farmers to register for crop insurance before December 1 to avail benefits and protect their crops.
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Q5Tamil Nadu is actively focusing on specific emerging domains to foster a tech-based learning ecosystem. Which of the following domains is being prioritized for this initiative?Options
ABiotechnology and NanotechnologyBArtificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine LearningCRobotics and AutomationDVirtual Reality and Augmented Reality
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Correct answer
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning
Explanation
Tamil Nadu is focusing on emerging domains like Artificial Intelligence (AI) to drive its tech-based learning ecosystem, indicating a push for advanced technological education.
Q6Which of the following Indian space missions was recognized by Time magazine for being among the best inventions?Options
AChandrayaan-1BMangalyaan (Mars Orbiter Mission)CGaganyaanDAditya-L1
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Correct answer
Mangalyaan (Mars Orbiter Mission)
Explanation
Mangalyaan (Mars Orbiter Mission) was included in Time magazine's list of best inventions, highlighting India's achievement in low-cost interplanetary missions.
Q7India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) recently launched a mobile update service as a Registrar of UIDAI. What is the primary purpose of this service?Options
ATo update mobile numbers linked to bank accountsBTo facilitate Aadhaar mobile number updatesCTo register for new postal servicesDTo enable digital payments via mobile
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Correct answer
To facilitate Aadhaar mobile number updates
Explanation
India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) launched a mobile update service for Aadhaar as a Registrar of UIDAI, allowing citizens to conveniently update their mobile numbers linked to Aadhaar.
Q8At the EIMA Agrimach India 2025 event, what specific technological adoption did the Union Agriculture Ministry advocate for in the farm sector?Options
ADrone technology for pesticide sprayingBGenetically modified cropsCGreen fuel-based technologiesDPrecision farming with satellite imagery
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Correct answer
Green fuel-based technologies
Explanation
The Union Agriculture Ministry advocated for the adoption of green fuel-based technologies in the farm sector during EIMA Agrimach India 2025, promoting sustainable agricultural practices.
Q9The Government of India recently signed loans worth $800 million for development projects in four states with which international financial institution?Options
AWorld BankBInternational Monetary Fund (IMF)CAsian Development Bank (ADB)DNew Development Bank (NDB)
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Correct answer
Asian Development Bank (ADB)
Explanation
The Government of India and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) signed loans worth $800 million for various development projects across four states.
Q10The special inaugural train for Kashi Tamil Sangamam (KTS) 4.0, carrying 216 delegates, began its journey from which significant location in Tamil Nadu?Options
AChennaiBMaduraiCKanniyakumariDCoimbatore
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Correct answer
Kanniyakumari
Explanation
The special inaugural train for Kashi Tamil Sangamam (KTS) 4.0 commenced its journey from Kanniyakumari, a culturally significant district in Tamil Nadu.