Daily Current Affairs - 2026-02-12
Q1The Tamil Nadu government recently announced the issuance of smart cards to streamline the 'zero ticket system' under which scheme?Options
APudhumai Penn SchemeBShakti SchemeCNaan Mudhalvan SchemeDKalaignar Magalir Urimai Thogai Thittam
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Shakti Scheme
Explanation
The Cabinet has approved the issuance of smart cards for the Shakti scheme to streamline the zero ticket system for women passengers in Tamil Nadu.
Q2Which two national youth organizations are collaborating with the Tamil Nadu government to remove 8 lakh kg of single-use plastic waste from the state?Options
ANCC and Scouts & GuidesBNYKS and Red CrossCNSS and NYKSDYouth Hostels Association and Bharat Seva Dal
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NSS and NYKS
Explanation
NSS (National Service Scheme) and NYKS (Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan) volunteers are involved in removing 8 lakh kg of single-use plastic waste in Tamil Nadu.
Q3What is the primary reason cited for the rejection of the proposed Hosur Airport plan?Options
ALack of land availabilityBEnvironmental concernsCProximity to Bengaluru AirportDInsufficient passenger demand
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Proximity to Bengaluru Airport
Explanation
The Hosur Airport plan was rejected primarily due to its proximity to the Bengaluru Airport, which falls within a 150 km radial distance, leading to regulatory challenges for a second commercial airport in the region.
Q4Encroachments causing concern among conservationists have been reported in front of which prominent Chola-era temple in Tamil Nadu?Options
ABrihadeeswarar Temple, ThanjavurBGangaikondacholapuram TempleCRamanathaswamy Temple, RameswaramDMeenakshi Amman Temple, Madurai
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Gangaikondacholapuram Temple
Explanation
Encroachments in front of the Gangaikondacholapuram temple have raised concerns among conservationists due to their impact on the historical site.
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Q5What is the name of ISRO's human spaceflight program, which aims to send Indian astronauts into space?Options
AVyommitraBChandrayaanCGaganyaanDMangalyaan
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Gaganyaan
Explanation
Gaganyaan is the name of ISRO's human spaceflight program designed to demonstrate India's capability to send humans to Low Earth Orbit (LEO) on board an Indian launch vehicle and bring them back safely to Earth.
Q6Which of the following schemes is primarily aimed at strengthening the food processing infrastructure across India?Options
APradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN)BPradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY)CPradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana (PMKSY)DNational Food Security Mission (NFSM)
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Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana (PMKSY)
Explanation
The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana (PMKSY) is a comprehensive package that aims to create modern infrastructure with efficient supply chain management from farm gate to retail outlet for the food processing sector.
Q7The Ministry of Defence recently signed a Rs 2,312 crore contract with HAL for eight Dornier 228 Aircraft. This initiative aligns with which national program?Options
AMake in IndiaBDigital IndiaCSkill IndiaDAatmanirbhar Bharat
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Aatmanirbhar Bharat
Explanation
The contract for Dornier 228 Aircraft under the 'Buy (Indian)' category with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is a significant step towards achieving the goals of 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' in defence manufacturing.
Q8According to Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, what percentage of the Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) signed in the state have been converted into actual investments?Options
AOver 50%BOver 65%COver 73%DOver 80%
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Over 73%
Explanation
Chief Minister M.K. Stalin stated that over 73% of the Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) signed in Tamil Nadu have been converted into actual investments, indicating significant industrial growth.
Q9"Proflo-U" is an indigenous point-of-care diagnostic platform developed for addressing issues related to which organ system?Options
ACardiovascular systemBRespiratory systemCRenal system (Kidney Health)DNervous system
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Renal system (Kidney Health)
Explanation
TDB-DST signed an agreement for the commercialization of an indigenous point-of-care renal diagnostic platform named 'Proflo-U', indicating its use for kidney-related diagnostics.
Q10The NITI Aayog's Frontier Tech Hub recently released a roadmap titled 'Technology Services – Reimagination Ahead'. This roadmap focuses on what?Options
AAgricultural reformsBFuture of technology servicesCHealthcare infrastructureDRural development
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Future of technology services
Explanation
The NITI Aayog's Frontier Tech Hub released the 'Technology Services – Reimagination Ahead' roadmap, which focuses on the future trajectory and potential of technology services.
Q11The government is actively strengthening welfare and sporting opportunities specifically for which group of youth?Options
AUrban youthBRural youthCDifferently Abled YouthDYouth from economically weaker sections
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Differently Abled Youth
Explanation
The government is focusing on strengthening welfare and sporting opportunities specifically for 'Differently Abled Youth'.
Q12The Supreme Court recently emphasized the importance of Tamil Nadu's due representation on a UPSC committee for which specific purpose?Options
ARecruiting civil servantsBRecommending a regular police chiefCSelecting judicial officersDFormulating educational policies
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Recommending a regular police chief
Explanation
The Supreme Court underscored Tamil Nadu’s due representation on the UPSC committee that is set to recommend a regular police chief, highlighting the importance of state input in such appointments.
Q13In 2025, what happened to the majority (99%) of non-recyclable waste removed from the Vellingiri hills in Tamil Nadu?Options
ABuried in landfillsBConverted to Refuse Derived Fuel (RDF)CIncinerated without energy recoveryDExported to other states for processing
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Converted to Refuse Derived Fuel (RDF)
Explanation
Almost all (99%) of the non-recyclable waste collected from Vellingiri hills in 2025 was converted into Refuse Derived Fuel (RDF).
Q14Which district's Collector recently issued a public health advisory regarding concerns over bird flu?Options
ACoimbatoreBMaduraiCErodeDSalem
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Erode
Explanation
The Erode Collector recently issued a public health advisory as a precautionary measure against bird flu.
Q15India's recent lunar exploration efforts, including a focus on MM-4, are directed towards which specific region of the Moon?Options
AMoon's North PoleBMoon's EquatorCMoon's South PoleDMoon's Farside
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Moon's South Pole
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India's lunar exploration strategy, including missions like Chandrayaan and the focus on MM-4, is increasingly targeting the Moon's South Pole due to its potential for water ice and scientific discoveries.