Daily Current Affairs - 2026-02-23
Q1Recently, new diesel outlets for fishermen and foundation stones for various projects were inaugurated in which district of Tamil Nadu?Options
AThoothukudiBNagapattinamCRamanathapuramDKanyakumari
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Correct answer
Nagapattinam
Explanation
New diesel outlets for fishermen and foundation stones for various projects were inaugurated in Nagapattinam district.
Q2Which of the following terms best describes the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin's recent call for a 'structural reset' in Centre-State relations, especially in light of the Finance Minister's statements on fiscal challenges?Options
ACooperative FederalismBCompetitive FederalismCFiscal FederalismDStrong Unitary System
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Fiscal Federalism
Explanation
Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin's call for a 'structural reset' in federalism, coupled with the Finance Minister highlighting fiscal challenges from the Union Government, emphasizes the aspect of Fiscal Federalism, focusing on financial autonomy and distribution in Centre-State relations.
Q3The Tamil Nadu government has allocated ₹595 crore for the revival of how many defunct lift irrigation schemes in the state?Options
A311B411C511D611
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611
Explanation
₹595 crore has been allocated for the revival of 611 defunct lift irrigation schemes in Tamil Nadu.
Q4The Tamil Nadu Cabinet recently approved the completion of the takeover of which phase of the Chennai Metro Rail project by CMRL before March 31?Options
APhase OneBPhase TwoCPhase ThreeDPhase Four
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Phase One
Explanation
The Cabinet gave its nod for completing the takeover of Chennai Metro Rail Phase One by CMRL before March 31.
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Q5India successfully conducted its "first semi-cryogenic engine" test with the support of ISRO and IN-SPACe. What fuel combination is typically used in a semi-cryogenic engine?Options
ALiquid Hydrogen and Liquid OxygenBKerosene (RP-1) and Liquid OxygenCSolid Fuel PropellantsDMethane and Liquid Oxygen
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Kerosene (RP-1) and Liquid Oxygen
Explanation
A semi-cryogenic engine typically uses refined kerosene (RP-1) as fuel and liquid oxygen as an oxidizer, making it less complex and more cost-effective than full cryogenic engines.
Q6To address the grievances of 'Inam' land-holders affected by zero-value registration, the Tamil Nadu government has appointed a Special ______.Options
ATahsildarBRevenue InspectorCDistrict Revenue Officer (DRO)DSub-Registrar
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District Revenue Officer (DRO)
Explanation
A Special District Revenue Officer (DRO) has been appointed by the Tamil Nadu government to address the grievances of Inam land-holders.
Q7The first phase of a new Rubber Industrial Complex is set to commence operation in which district of Tamil Nadu?Options
AKanyakumariBVillupuramCCoimbatoreDErode
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Kanyakumari
Explanation
The first phase of the Rubber Industrial Complex is set to commence operation in Irattai Vaikkal, Manavalakurichi, Kanyakumari district.
Q8The famous Rockfort Teppakulam, which is undergoing a facelift including a new light and sound show, is located in which city of Tamil Nadu?Options
AMaduraiBThanjavurCTiruchirappalliDKancheepuram
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Correct answer
Tiruchirappalli
Explanation
Rockfort Teppakulam is a well-known landmark located in Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu.
Q9What is the total number of voters in Tamil Nadu, as per the final electoral roll after the Special Intensive Revision (SIR)?Options
A4.89 croreB5.67 croreC6.21 croreD7.05 crore
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5.67 crore
Explanation
As per the final electoral roll after the Special Intensive Revision, the total number of voters in Tamil Nadu stands at 5.67 crore.
Q10The Madras High Court recently ruled that hospitals cannot treat which professionals "like workmen in a factory"?Options
AEngineersBLawyersCTeachersDDoctors
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Doctors
Explanation
The Madras High Court observed that hospitals cannot treat doctors like workmen in a factory, emphasizing the unique nature of their profession.
Q11The Tamil Nadu Assembly Speaker recently received a commendation from UNICEF for the active role played by which state-level body?Options
ATamil Nadu State Commission for WomenBTamil Nadu State Human Rights CommissionCTamil Nadu State Commission for Protection of Child RightsDTamil Nadu State Election Commission
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Correct answer
Tamil Nadu State Commission for Protection of Child Rights
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu Assembly Speaker received UNICEF commendation for the active role played by the Tamil Nadu State Commission for Protection of Child Rights (referred to as 'child rights panel' in the article).
Q12A bust of which prominent Indian leader, who was also the last Governor-General of India, was recently unveiled at Rashtrapati Bhavan?Options
ASardar Vallabhbhai PatelBC. RajagopalachariCJawaharlal NehruDDr. B.R. Ambedkar
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C. Rajagopalachari
Explanation
A bust of Chakravarti Rajagopalachari, who was the last Governor-General of India and a prominent leader from Tamil Nadu, was recently unveiled at Rashtrapati Bhavan as part of 'Rajaji Utsav'.
Q13The Tamil Nadu State Commission for Protection of Child Rights (TNSCPCR) has recently written to the State government advocating for the education of children from which vulnerable group?Options
AChildren with disabilitiesBChildren of migrant workersCOrphaned childrenDChildren living in slums
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Children of migrant workers
Explanation
The Child Rights Commission has written to the State government advocating for providing education for children of migrant workers.
Q14Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal recently inaugurated and laid the foundation for projects worth over ₹1,500 Crore at which major port in Tamil Nadu?Options
AChennai PortBKamarajar Port (Ennore)CV.O. Chidambaranar Port (Thoothukudi)DKaraikal Port
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Correct answer
V.O. Chidambaranar Port (Thoothukudi)
Explanation
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal inaugurated and laid the foundation for projects worth over ₹1,500 Crore at V.O. Chidambaranar Port (VOC Port) in Thoothukudi.