Daily Current Affairs - 2026-03-02
Q1The Madras High Court recently set aside an order that sought to extend the 'Thalikku Thangam' scheme to beneficiaries earning up to what monthly income limit?Options
A₹10,000B₹12,000C₹15,000D₹20,000
Options
Correct answer
₹12,000
Explanation
The Madras High Court set aside an order to extend the 'Thalikku Thangam' scheme to those who earn up to ₹12,000 a month, indicating that the scheme was originally for families with an annual income of less than ₹72,000.
Q2Which agricultural university recently provided guidance to Pollachi farmers on managing a high infestation of mango mealybug?Options
ATamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU)BAnnamalai UniversityCGandhigram Rural InstituteDMadras Veterinary College
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Correct answer
Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU)
Explanation
Pollachi farmers received guidance from Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU) on managing a high infestation of mango mealybug.
Q3What is the recently hiked daily wage for workers under Tamil Nadu's 'Clean Destination' scheme?Options
A₹350B₹400C₹500D₹600
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Correct answer
₹500
Explanation
The wages of workers under the clean destination scheme in Tamil Nadu have been hiked to ₹500 per day.
Q4A recent 'Manjuvirattu' event in Tamil Nadu resulted in fatalities due to bulls goring spectators. In which district did this incident occur?Options
AMaduraiBSivagangaCTheniDDindigul
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Correct answer
Sivaganga
Explanation
Three spectators were gored to death by bulls during 'manjuvirattu' at Sivaganga in Tamil Nadu.
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Q5Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin recently inaugurated the Fintech Tower in which location?Options
ASholinganallur, ChennaiBNandambakkam, ChennaiCCoimbatoreDMadurai
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Correct answer
Nandambakkam, Chennai
Explanation
T.N. CM Stalin inaugurated the Fintech Tower at Nandambakkam in Chennai.
Q6The Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu recently directed officials to increase administrative efficiency using which advanced technology?Options
ABlockchain TechnologyBArtificial Intelligence (AI)CQuantum ComputingDInternet of Things (IoT)
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Correct answer
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Explanation
CM directs officials to increase administration efficiency using AI.
Q7A recent report alleged that 45 of 48 pollution parameters are not monitored at which incinerator in Chennai?Options
APerungudi 100-tonne incineratorBKodungaiyur 50-tonne incineratorCVellore waste-to-energy plantDMaduravoyal municipal waste plant
Options
Correct answer
Kodungaiyur 50-tonne incinerator
Explanation
A report alleged that 45 of 48 pollution parameters are not monitored at the Kodungaiyur 50-tonne incinerator in Chennai.
Q8Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin recently urged the Union Government to grant approval for archaeological excavations in the state, specifically mentioning which significant site?Options
AAdichanallurBPattanamCKeeladiDPorunthal
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Correct answer
Keeladi
Explanation
CM Stalin urged the Union Government to grant approval for archaeological excavations in the State, with a particular focus on Keeladi, to let history speak.
Q9Tamil Nadu Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi recently urged the Union Government to do what regarding education funds?Options
AIncrease the allocation for education fundsBRelease education funds without political biasCPrioritize digital education projectsDEstablish new central universities
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Correct answer
Release education funds without political bias
Explanation
Tamil Nadu Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi stated that the Union Government should release education funds without political bias.
Q10A recent Collectors' conference in Tamil Nadu was set to focus on which two key areas?Options
A99-day action plan and census exerciseBInfrastructure development and disaster managementCAgricultural reforms and rural developmentDEnvironmental conservation and urban planning
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Correct answer
99-day action plan and census exercise
Explanation
The Collectors' conference in Tamil Nadu was to focus on a 99-day action plan and the census exercise.
Q11The 'Massive Oil Palm Seedling Plantation Drive' for oil palm cultivation was conducted under which national scheme?Options
APradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai YojanaBNational Mission on Edible Oils – Oil PalmCParamparagat Krishi Vikas YojanaDRashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana
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Correct answer
National Mission on Edible Oils – Oil Palm
Explanation
The Massive Oil Palm Seedling Plantation Drive for oil palm cultivation was conducted under the National Mission on Edible Oils – Oil Palm.
Q12ISRO is undertaking a 4-year mission to develop home-grown semiconductor chips primarily for which application?Options
AConsumer electronicsBAutomotive industryCSpace applicationsDTelecommunications
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Correct answer
Space applications
Explanation
ISRO is on a 4-year mission for home-grown semiconductor chips, crucial for India's space dreams.
Q13What type of drive system did MeitY recently launch to boost Electric Vehicle adoption?Options
A30 kW Wide Band Gap (WBG)–Based Integrated Drive SystemB50 kW Silicon Carbide (SiC)–Based Hybrid Drive SystemC100 kW Gallium Nitride (GaN)–Based Modular Drive SystemD20 kW IGBT-Based Regenerative Drive System
Options
Correct answer
30 kW Wide Band Gap (WBG)–Based Integrated Drive System
Explanation
MeitY launched a 30 kW Wide Band Gap (WBG)–Based Integrated Drive System to boost Electric Vehicle adoption.
Q14President Droupadi Murmu recently urged IAS officers to fully embrace AI-driven solutions for what purpose?Options
ATo enhance national securityBTo streamline economic policiesCTo simplify administrative systemsDTo improve healthcare services
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Correct answer
To simplify administrative systems
Explanation
President Murmu urged IAS officers to fully embrace AI-driven solutions to simplify administrative systems.
Q15India recently signed deals for uranium and critical minerals, along with terms of reference for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, with which country?Options
AAustraliaBCanadaCUnited StatesDRussia
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Correct answer
Canada
Explanation
India and Canada signed uranium and critical minerals deals, and terms of reference for an India–Canada Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement.
Q16Which institution recently conducted a National Workshop on Natural Farming under the State Support Mission?Options
ANITI AayogBMinistry of Agriculture and Farmers WelfareCIndian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR)DNational Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD)
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Correct answer
NITI Aayog
Explanation
NITI Aayog conducted a National Workshop on Natural Farming under the State Support Mission.
Q17To receive their first installment under the 'PM Viksit Bharat Rojgar Yojana', what are the two mandatory requirements for beneficiaries?Options
ABank account linking and income certificateBAadhaar face authentication and Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)CPAN card verification and employment proofDDomicile certificate and age proof
Options
Correct answer
Aadhaar face authentication and Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)
Explanation
For beneficiaries of the 'PM Viksit Bharat Rojgar Yojana', Aadhaar face authentication and DBT are mandatory to receive the first installment.
Q18Who recently stated that the Tamil language received wide global recognition under the Modi government?Options
AM.K. StalinBK. AnnamalaiCC.P. RadhakrishnanDNirmala Sitharaman
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Correct answer
C.P. Radhakrishnan
Explanation
C.P. Radhakrishnan stated that Tamil got wide global recognition under the Modi government.