Daily Current Affairs - 2026-02-02
Q1The Supreme Court recently directed the Union Government to establish a tribunal to settle the water dispute over which river, involving Tamil Nadu and Karnataka?Options
AKaveriBVaigaiCPennaiyarDPalar
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Pennaiyar
Explanation
The Supreme Court ordered the Centre to constitute a tribunal to settle the Pennaiyar river water dispute between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.
Q2A new SIPCOT industrial complex is planned to be set up near which town in Tamil Nadu, as announced by Minister K.N. Nehru?Options
AMusiriBCoimbatoreCMaduraiDThoothukudi
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Musiri
Explanation
Minister K.N. Nehru announced that a new SIPCOT industrial complex would be set up near Musiri in Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu.
Q3Chief Minister M.K. Stalin recently inaugurated the renovated tourism complex at which ancient historical site in Tamil Nadu?Options
AMamallapuramBPoompuharCGangaikondacholapuramDThanjavur
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Poompuhar
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Chief Minister M.K. Stalin inaugurated the renovated Poompuhar tourism complex, which is an ancient port city of the Chola kingdom.
Q4Which historical aqueduct in Erode, Tamil Nadu, known for its 743-year legacy, is slated for demolition to make way for a new structure?Options
AGrand AnicutBKalingarayan AqueductCLower Bhavani Project CanalDKodiveri Anicut
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Kalingarayan Aqueduct
Explanation
The 743-year-old Kalingarayan aqueduct in Erode, a marvel of ancient engineering, is to be razed to make way for a new structure.
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Q5Who recently became India's first recipient of the prestigious Ramsar Award for her significant contributions to wetland conservation, particularly in Chennai?Options
AVandana ShivaBJayshree VencatesanCMedha PatkarDSunita Narain
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Jayshree Vencatesan
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Jayshree Vencatesan, a Chennai-based conservationist, was awarded India's first Ramsar Award for her dedication to wetland preservation.
Q6Which body/office recently disapproved of the Tamil Nadu government's actions regarding the constitution and extension of Vice-Chancellor search committees for state universities?Options
ASupreme CourtBUnion Education MinistryCLok Bhavan (Raj Bhavan)DUGC
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Lok Bhavan (Raj Bhavan)
Explanation
The Lok Bhavan (referring to Raj Bhavan, the Governor's office in this context) expressed disapproval of the Tamil Nadu government's constitution and extension of Vice-Chancellor search committees.
Q7Which prominent political leader from Tamil Nadu recently approached the Madras High Court regarding the retention of the 'mango' symbol for his party?Options
AM.K. StalinBAnbumani RamadossCO. PanneerselvamDK. Ramadoss
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K. Ramadoss
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PMK founder S. Ramadoss filed a plea in the Madras High Court regarding the 'mango' symbol amid a leadership dispute within the party.
Q8Which political party in Tamil Nadu urged the State government to replace imported palm oil with local edible oils in Public Distribution System (PDS) ration shops?Options
ADMKBAIADMKCBJPDTMC
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TMC
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The Tamil Maanila Congress (TMC) urged the Tamil Nadu government to replace imported palm oil with locally produced edible oils in ration shops, aiming to support local farmers.
Q9According to the Tamil Nadu Forest Minister, what specific crisis affecting the state's environment and communities was neglected in the recent Union Budget?Options
AForest firesBCoastal erosionCWildlife conflictDGroundwater depletion
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Wildlife conflict
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The Tamil Nadu Forest Minister stated that the Union Budget had neglected the State’s wildlife conflict crisis, which is a significant issue affecting both humans and animals in the region.
Q10Which major Indian city recently hosted the India International Leather Fair (IILF), showcasing the latest trends for 2026?Options
AMumbaiBDelhiCBengaluruDChennai
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Chennai
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Chennai hosted the India International Leather Fair (IILF) which showcased various trends including corsets, athleisure, and cowboy chic for the year 2026.
Q11The "India AI Impact Summit 2026" is expected to engage over 500 startups and participants from how many countries?Options
A50+B75+C100+D150+
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100+
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The India AI Impact Summit 2026 has so far received 35,000+ registrations and is expected to engage participants from 100+ countries and 500+ startups.
Q12What is the estimated valuation of India's space economy, and approximately how many startups are active in the sector after its opening to private players?Options
A$5 billion, 200 startupsB$8.4 billion, 400 startupsC$10 billion, 500 startupsD$12.5 billion, 600 startups
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$8.4 billion, 400 startups
Explanation
Dr. Jitendra Singh stated that India’s space economy is valued at $8.4 billion, with nearly 400 start-ups active after the sector was opened to private players.
Q13Which indigenous engine, developed by DRDO, was initially intended to power the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas but faced significant challenges?Options
AShaktiBKaveriCVarunDArjun
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Kaveri
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The Kaveri engine, developed by DRDO, was originally planned for the LCA Tejas fighter jet but encountered difficulties in its development.
Q14The Union Budget 2026 allocated approximately how much for higher education and schools, along with announcements for new institutions like NID, NIPERs, and NIMHANS?Options
ARs 1.00 lakh croreBRs 1.15 lakh croreCRs 1.39 lakh croreDRs 1.50 lakh crore
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Rs 1.39 lakh crore
Explanation
The Union Budget 2026 allocated Rs 1.39 lakh crore for higher education and schools, emphasizing skilling and the establishment of new institutions like NID, NIPERs, and NIMHANS.