Daily Current Affairs - 2025-12-08
Q1When is the T3 terminal of Chennai airport expected to open for passengers?Options
ADecember 2024BDecember 2025CDecember 2026DDecember 2027
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December 2026
Explanation
According to the news, Chennai airport’s T3 terminal is scheduled to open for passengers in December 2026.
Q2Which Tamil Nadu institute recently showcased a new paddy variety?Options
ATamil Nadu Agricultural UniversityBTamil Nadu Rice Research InstituteCM.S. Swaminathan Research FoundationDSugarcane Breeding Institute
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Tamil Nadu Rice Research Institute
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu Rice Research Institute showcased a new paddy variety, indicating advancements in agricultural research in the state.
Q3Tamil Nadu has formed an expert panel to draft a comprehensive Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for what specific wildlife management activity?Options
ATiger census and monitoringBMarine biodiversity conservationCElephant translocationDBird sanctuary development
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Elephant translocation
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government has formed an expert panel specifically to draft a comprehensive SOP for elephant translocation, ensuring humane and effective management of wild elephants.
Q4What percentage of global real-time payment transactions does India's UPI account for, according to the IMF?Options
AApproximately 25%BApproximately 30%CApproximately 49%DApproximately 60%
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Approximately 49%
Explanation
The IMF recognized UPI as the world’s largest real-time payment system, accounting for 49% of global transactions.
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Q5Which sector has been identified as the 'new engine of India’s growth' by Dr. Jitendra Singh?Options
AManufacturing sectorBInformation TechnologyCBlue economyDAgriculture and allied sectors
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Blue economy
Explanation
Dr. Jitendra Singh stated at the IISF that the 'blue economy' is set to be the new engine of India’s growth.
Q6India has achieved what percentage of its electricity capacity from non-fossil fuels, as per the Union Government?Options
A30 pcB40 pcC50 pcD60 pc
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50 pc
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The Union Government announced that India has achieved 50% of its electricity capacity from non-fossil fuels, contributing to carbon sink efforts.
Q7What is the primary objective of the PM-JANMAN scheme?Options
APromoting urban infrastructure developmentBProviding education to economically weaker sectionsCHolistic development of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs)DEncouraging sports activities among youth
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Holistic development of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs)
Explanation
The PM-JANMAN scheme focuses on the holistic development of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs), addressing their specific needs.
Q8Which organization recently made a major breakthrough by successfully testing morphing wing technology, enhancing India's aerospace self-reliance?Options
AIndian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)BDefence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)CHindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)DNational Aerospace Laboratories (NAL)
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Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
Explanation
DRDO successfully tested morphing wing technology, marking a significant step towards aerospace self-reliance for India.
Q9What is HYDRAA, an entity that recently secured government land in Tamil Nadu, primarily responsible for?Options
AHydro-electric power projectsBHigh-level Committee for Rectification of ErrorsCHousing and Urban Development Regulatory AuthorityDHorticulture Development and Research Agency
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High-level Committee for Rectification of Errors
Explanation
HYDRAA stands for High-level Committee for Rectification of Errors, and it recently secured government land in Tamil Nadu, highlighting its role in land administration.
Q10In which region of Tamil Nadu has a committee been tasked to recommend measures to prevent human-animal conflict?Options
AMudumalaiBValparaiCAnaimalaiDKalakkad Mundanthurai
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Valparai
Explanation
A committee has been formed specifically for the Valparai region in Tamil Nadu to address and mitigate human-animal conflict.
Q11What was the significant ruling made by the Madras High Court regarding the powers of the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments (HR&CE) department in Tamil Nadu?Options
AHR&CE department's powers are limited to government-controlled temples only.BHR&CE department can inquire into maladministration of denominational temples as well.CHR&CE department has no jurisdiction over privately managed temples.DHR&CE department can only offer advisory roles for denominational temples.
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HR&CE department can inquire into maladministration of denominational temples as well.
Explanation
The Madras High Court ruled that the HR&CE department has the authority to inquire into maladministration even in denominational temples, expanding its oversight.
Q12Which central agency was accused by the Tamil Nadu government in the Madras High Court of conducting illegal searches and fabricating the state's logo?Options
ACentral Bureau of Investigation (CBI)BNational Investigation Agency (NIA)CEnforcement Directorate (ED)DIncome Tax Department
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Enforcement Directorate (ED)
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government alleged in the Madras High Court that the Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted illegal searches and fabricated the state's logo.