Daily Current Affairs - 2026-02-08
Q1What specific issue did Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin highlight regarding the Union Government's financial policies affecting the state?Options
ALack of investment in state infrastructureBDelays in project approvalsCReduction in the state's share of taxesDImbalance in inter-state trade
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Correct answer
Reduction in the state's share of taxes
Explanation
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin stated that the Centre is creating financial stress on Tamil Nadu by cutting its tax share.
Q2Which campaign focused on public sanitation and civic responsibility was recently organized at over 400 locations in Chennai?Options
A'Clean Chennai, Green Chennai'B'Our Toilet, Our Responsibility'C'Chennai Swachhata Drive'D'Public Hygiene Initiative'
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Correct answer
'Our Toilet, Our Responsibility'
Explanation
The campaign 'Our Toilet, Our Responsibility' was organized at over 400 spots in Chennai to raise awareness about public sanitation.
Q3According to experts, which field of technology is expected to drive accelerated green growth in the future?Options
AArtificial IntelligenceBNanotechnologyCBiotechnologyDQuantum Computing
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Correct answer
Biotechnology
Explanation
Experts state that biotechnology will steer accelerated green growth of the future.
Q4Which government scheme is aimed at strengthening women-led cooperatives in the fisheries sector?Options
APradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY)BPradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY)CMahila Kisan Sashaktikaran Pariyojana (MKSP)DDeendayal Antyodaya Yojana-National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM)
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Correct answer
Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY)
Explanation
The Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) provides support for strengthening women-led cooperatives in fisheries.
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Q5What was the primary reason cited for the recent postponement and subsequent cancellation of the TNPSC Group II and IIA Main examinations across Tamil Nadu?Options
AAdministrative difficulties in conducting the examsBTechnical issues, including allotment of wrong centresCWidespread student protests against the syllabusDUnforeseen natural calamities
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Correct answer
Technical issues, including allotment of wrong centres
Explanation
The TNPSC Group II and IIA Main exams were postponed and then cancelled due to "technical issues," specifically mentioning the allotment of wrong centres in Chennai.
Q6What was the main theme of the Financial Literacy Week 2026 observed by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)?Options
ADigital Payments SecurityBCredit Management for AllCKYC AwarenessDFinancial Planning for Retirement
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Correct answer
KYC Awareness
Explanation
RBI observed Financial Literacy Week 2026 with a focus on KYC (Know Your Customer) Awareness.
Q7In which district of Tamil Nadu did the tribal residents of Bodhamalai receive a new mud road, constructed after Independence?Options
ASalemBTiruchirappalliCNamakkalDKarur
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Correct answer
Namakkal
Explanation
Tribal residents of Bodhamalai in Namakkal district received a 9.9 km mud road.
Q8According to the ISRO chief, the success of which launch vehicle has boosted confidence for India's Gaganyaan human spaceflight programme?Options
APSLVBGSLVCLVM3DSSLV
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Correct answer
LVM3
Explanation
The ISRO chief stated that LVM3's success boosts confidence for the Gaganyaan programme.
Q9Which two Union Government entities recently signed an MoU to combat the spread of fake seeds, fertilisers, and pesticides?Options
AMinistry of Commerce and Industry & Ministry of FinanceBMinistry of Health and Family Welfare & Ministry of Chemicals and FertilizersCMinistry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare & Department of PostsDMinistry of Rural Development & Ministry of Food Processing Industries
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Correct answer
Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare & Department of Posts
Explanation
The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare signed an MoU with the Department of Posts to combat fake seeds, fertilisers, and pesticides.
Q10Former Chief Minister E.P.S. recently urged the Tamil Nadu government to reopen which dam to save standing crops in the delta districts?Options
AVaigai DamBBhavani Sagar DamCMettur DamDAmaravathi Dam
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Correct answer
Mettur Dam
Explanation
Former Chief Minister E.P.S. urged the government to reopen Mettur dam to save standing crops in delta districts.
Q11The "National Quantum Mission" is stated to begin from which Indian city, positioning its state as a strategic springboard for India's quantum future?Options
ABengaluruBMumbaiCAmaravatiDHyderabad
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Correct answer
Amaravati
Explanation
India's Quantum Future begins from Amaravati as "National Quantum Mission" positions the state as a strategic springboard.
Q12In which Tamil Nadu district were startup communities recently launched in two villages to foster rural entrepreneurship?Options
ACuddaloreBVillupuramCTiruvannamalaiDKancheepuram
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Correct answer
Villupuram
Explanation
Startup communities were launched in two villages in Villupuram district to foster rural entrepreneurship.
Q13Which school is mentioned as receiving an AI and robotics lab to enhance modern education?Options
AGovernment Higher Secondary SchoolBPanampatta New UP SchoolCKendriya VidyalayaDJawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya
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Correct answer
Panampatta New UP School
Explanation
The Panampatta New UP School is set to get an AI and robotics lab.
Q14Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin recently inaugurated a facility named ‘Mudhalvar Thirumana Maaligai’ in Chennai. What is its primary purpose?Options
AA new commercial complexBA multi-purpose community hall for weddingsCA residential complex for government employeesDA cultural center for traditional arts
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Correct answer
A multi-purpose community hall for weddings
Explanation
‘Mudhalvar Thirumana Maaligai’ is a community hall for organizing weddings and other public events.