Daily Current Affairs - 2026-02-19
Q1According to the TNEB Chairman, what is Chennai envisioned to become by 2040, focusing on its strategic development?Options
AA major manufacturing hub and an inland port city.BA global deep-tech cluster and a coastal city model for climate resilience.CA leading tourism destination and an agricultural export zone.DAn educational research centre and a desert greening project.
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A global deep-tech cluster and a coastal city model for climate resilience.
Explanation
The TNEB Chairman stated that Chennai is envisioned to become a global deep-tech cluster and a coastal city model for climate resilience by 2040.
Q2Which Geographical Indication (GI) tagged product from Tamil Nadu recently saw its first consignment flagged off for export to Canada?Options
AMadurai MalliBSalem SagoCThanjavur PaintingsDKancheepuram Silk
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Salem Sago
Explanation
The first consignment of GI-tagged Salem Sago from Tamil Nadu was flagged off for export to Canada, facilitated by APEDA.
Q3The 743-year-old Kalingarayan Canal aqueduct, which recently faced opposition from farmers against its demolition, is located in which district of Tamil Nadu?Options
ACoimbatoreBSalemCErodeDTiruchirappalli
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Erode
Explanation
The Kalingarayan Canal aqueduct, a 743-year-old structure, is located in Erode district, and its proposed demolition faced opposition from local farmers.
Q4Which political party recently announced its alliance with the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly Election?Options
APattali Makkal Katchi (PMK)BDesiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK)CMarumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (MDMK)DNaam Tamilar Katchi (NTK)
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Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK)
Explanation
The Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK) has joined the DMK alliance in preparation for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly Election.
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Q5What is the "Elderline" service, which recently faced concerns over the discontinuation of its State-level operations in Tamil Nadu?Options
AA helpline for environmental protection.BA counselling and support service for senior citizens.CA platform for youth skill development.DA health insurance scheme for farmers.
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A counselling and support service for senior citizens.
Explanation
Elderline is a dedicated helpline and support service for senior citizens, and there were concerns raised about the potential discontinuation of its state-level operations in Tamil Nadu.
Q6Which critical component for the Gaganyaan Human Spaceflight Mission recently successfully completed its qualification level load test by DRDO?Options
ACrew Module Propulsion SystemBDrogue ParachuteCAscent Abort SystemDOrbital Module Habitat
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Drogue Parachute
Explanation
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully completed the qualification level load test of the drogue parachute for ISRO's Gaganyaan manned space mission. These parachutes are crucial for safely bringing back the crew module.
Q7What was a significant focus of the "India AI Impact Summit 2026," as highlighted by the Prime Minister and other leaders?Options
APromoting AI in defense applications only.BDeveloping AI for exclusive economic growth.CChampioning inclusive and multilingual AI for the Global South and AI-driven accessibility.DRestricting AI development to government bodies.
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Championing inclusive and multilingual AI for the Global South and AI-driven accessibility.
Explanation
The India AI Impact Summit 2026 emphasized championing inclusive and multilingual AI for the Global South, promoting AI-driven accessibility (like real-time sign language translation), and fostering trustworthy AI.
Q8What is the significance of "Vikram-32" in the context of India's technological advancements?Options
AIt is a new indigenous supercomputer developed by ISRO.BIt is India's first indigenously developed microchip built by ISRO.CIt is a new propulsion system for ISRO's rockets.DIt is a specialized sensor for climate monitoring developed by ISRO.
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It is India's first indigenously developed microchip built by ISRO.
Explanation
Vikram-32 is notable as India's first indigenously developed microchip, built by ISRO, marking a significant step in the nation's self-reliance in semiconductor technology.
Q9What is the primary objective of the NISAR mission, a joint Earth observation satellite mission between ISRO and NASA?Options
ATo study planetary atmospheres.BTo map ocean currents globally.CTo deliver high-resolution soil moisture data across India every 13 days.DTo monitor solar flares and their impact.
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To deliver high-resolution soil moisture data across India every 13 days.
Explanation
The NISAR (NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar) mission is designed to deliver high-resolution soil moisture data across India every 13 days, which is crucial for agriculture and understanding environmental changes.
Q10What recent stance did the Supreme Court of India take regarding election practices and state responsibilities?Options
AEncouraged freebies as a welfare measure.BMandated central government funding for all state welfare schemes.CSlammed the culture of freebies and emphasized the states' onus to provide employment.DCalled for a complete ban on all election campaigns.
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Slammed the culture of freebies and emphasized the states' onus to provide employment.
Explanation
The Supreme Court recently criticized the culture of offering freebies during elections and underscored that states have the primary responsibility to provide employment to their citizens.