Daily Current Affairs - 2026-01-02
Q1What agricultural products are typically procured by the Tamil Nadu government for its Pongal gift hampers, as mentioned in recent news regarding procurement delays?Options
ASugarcane and Raw RiceBWheat and MilletsCLentils and Edible OilDVegetables and Fruits
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Correct answer
Sugarcane and Raw Rice
Explanation
News reports indicate delays in the procurement of sugarcane and raw rice for the Pongal gift hampers by the DMK government.
Q2Which city in Tamil Nadu is exploring the "land pooling" method to facilitate a long-pending dry port project?Options
AChennaiBMaduraiCTiruchirappalliDCoimbatore
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Correct answer
Tiruchirappalli
Explanation
The Tiruchirappalli administration is exploring land pooling to advance a long-pending dry port project.
Q3The Madras High Court recently imposed restrictions on certain practices during the Santhanakoodu Urus festival, specifically banning animal sacrifice. This festival is celebrated at which prominent hill in Tamil Nadu?Options
APalani HillBThirupparankundram HillCYercaud HillDKolli Hills
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Correct answer
Thirupparankundram Hill
Explanation
The Madras High Court imposed restrictions on the Santhanakoodu Urus festival held at Thirupparankundram Hill, specifically banning animal sacrifice.
Q4Heavy rains recently caused landslips leading to the cancellation of services for which heritage railway in Tamil Nadu?Options
AKalka-Shimla RailwayBDarjeeling Himalayan RailwayCNilgiri Mountain RailwayDMatheran Hill Railway
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Correct answer
Nilgiri Mountain Railway
Explanation
Heavy rains in the Nilgiris district caused landslips, leading to the cancellation of services on the Nilgiri Mountain Railway.
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Q5What major social issue did Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin recently highlight, urging the Central government to take steps to block its inflow into the state?Options
AWater ScarcityBUnemploymentCDrug MenaceDRoad Accidents
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Correct answer
Drug Menace
Explanation
Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has recently flagged the drug menace in Tamil Nadu and urged the Centre to prevent its inflow.
Q6The Indian government has recently approved a policy change allowing which type of vehicles to operate as shared taxis, aiming to promote electric mobility?Options
APrivately owned Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) vehiclesBGovernment-owned Electric Vehicles (EVs)CPrivately owned Electric Vehicles (EVs)DPrivately owned Hybrid Vehicles
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Correct answer
Privately owned Electric Vehicles (EVs)
Explanation
The government has cleared the way for privately owned Electric Vehicles (EVs) to operate as shared taxis.
Q7Which Indian space agency is gearing up for significant missions in 2026, including the Gaganyaan mission and the debut of private players in PSLV and SSLV launches?Options
ANASABESACISRODSpaceX
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Correct answer
ISRO
Explanation
ISRO has unveiled major plans for 2026, including the Gaganyaan mission and the debut of private players in PSLV and SSLV launches.
Q8The Indian government recently approved 22 proposals under the 3rd tranche of which scheme aimed at boosting domestic production of electronic components?Options
AProduction Linked Incentive (PLI) SchemeBMake in India InitiativeCElectronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS)DStartup India Scheme
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Correct answer
Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS)
Explanation
The government approved 22 proposals under the 3rd tranche of the Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS).
Q9As per the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, what is the recommended minimum age for admission to Class I, which the Centre has urged six states to implement?Options
A4 yearsB5 yearsC6 yearsD7 years
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Correct answer
6 years
Explanation
The Centre has urged six states to raise the admission age for Class I to six years, as per the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
Q10The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) recently launched 'SonChiraiya'. What is the primary purpose of this brand?Options
ATo promote rural handicraftsBTo market products made by Urban Self-Help Groups (SHGs)CTo encourage organic farmingDTo support women entrepreneurs in IT sector
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Correct answer
To market products made by Urban Self-Help Groups (SHGs)
Explanation
'SonChiraiya' is a brand launched by MoHUA for marketing products made by Urban Self-Help Groups (SHGs).
Q11Which independent body recently revoked the GRAP Stage-III restrictions due to a significant improvement in air quality?Options
ACentral Pollution Control Board (CPCB)BCommission for Air Quality Management (CAQM)CNational Green Tribunal (NGT)DMinistry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC)
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Correct answer
Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM)
Explanation
The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) revoked GRAP Stage-III restrictions following a significant improvement in air quality.
Q12The government has extended the last date for submitting new applications under the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for which sector until March 31, 2026?Options
AAutomobileBPharmaceuticalsCTextilesDWhite Goods
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Correct answer
Textiles
Explanation
The last date for new applications under the PLI Scheme for Textiles has been extended to March 31, 2026.
Q13Which organization is reportedly unlikely to source cotton from Tamil Nadu this year, potentially impacting local farmers?Options
ANational Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation of India (NAFED)BSmall Farmers Agribusiness Consortium (SFAC)CCotton Corporation of India (CCI)DFood Corporation of India (FCI)
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Correct answer
Cotton Corporation of India (CCI)
Explanation
The Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) is unlikely to source cotton from Tamil Nadu this year.