Daily Current Affairs - 2026-03-06
Q1What is the new duration of maternity leave benefits sanctioned by the Tamil Nadu government for contract nurses?Options
A12 weeksB18 weeksC24 weeksD26 weeks
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Correct answer
26 weeks
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government has sanctioned maternity leave benefits up to 26 weeks for contract nurses.
Q2Who recently took oath as the 55th Chief Justice of the Madras High Court?Options
AJustice K. SankaranarayananBJustice R. MahadevanCJustice S.A. DharmadhikariDJustice P. B. Balaji
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Correct answer
Justice S.A. Dharmadhikari
Explanation
Justice S.A. Dharmadhikari was recently sworn in as the 55th Chief Justice of the Madras High Court.
Q3How many trainees from Tamil Nadu's 'Naan Mudhalvan' scheme have successfully cleared the civil services examination, as per recent reports?Options
A32B45C56D61
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Correct answer
56
Explanation
As per the report, 56 trainees from the 'Naan Mudhalvan' scheme have successfully cleared the civil services examination.
Q4Which corridor in Tamil Nadu recently saw the erection of the 'longest steel span' by NHAI?Options
AChennai-Bengaluru corridorBMadurai-Tuticorin corridorCKamalapuram-Pollachi corridorDCoimbatore-Salem corridor
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Correct answer
Kamalapuram-Pollachi corridor
Explanation
The longest steel span of Tamil Nadu was erected by NHAI in the Kamalapuram-Pollachi corridor.
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Q5In which Union Territory did the Government of India launch the CBDC-based Digital Food Currency pilot for Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) under Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY)?Options
ADelhiBChandigarhCPuducherryDLakshadweep
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Correct answer
Puducherry
Explanation
The CBDC-based Digital Food Currency pilot was launched in Puducherry for Direct Benefit Transfer under PMGKAY.
Q6The National Green Tribunal (NGT) recently set aside a rejection of a quarry near which sanctuary in Tamil Nadu?Options
AMudumalai Wildlife SanctuaryBVallanadu Blackbuck SanctuaryCKalakkad Mundanthurai Tiger ReserveDPoint Calimere Wildlife and Bird Sanctuary
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Correct answer
Vallanadu Blackbuck Sanctuary
Explanation
The NGT set aside SEIAA's rejection of a quarry near the Vallanadu Blackbuck Sanctuary in Tamil Nadu.
Q7Which districts in Tamil Nadu had a 'Vision 2030' blueprint specifically released for them, alongside the state's overall 'Tamil Nadu 2030' plan?Options
ACoimbatore and TiruppurBMadurai and RamanathapuramCThoothukudi and KanniyakumariDSalem and Dharmapuri
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Correct answer
Thoothukudi and Kanniyakumari
Explanation
Vision 2030 was specifically released for Thoothukudi and Kanniyakumari districts, in addition to the state's broader 'Tamil Nadu 2030' blueprint.
Q8Which of the following ocean technology projects, described as the 'first of its kind in the world', is being inspected in Lakshadweep by Dr. Jitendra Singh?Options
AWave Energy Conversion (WEC) ProjectBTidal Energy Generation (TEG) ProjectCOcean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEC) ProjectDMarine Hydrokinetic (MHK) Energy Project
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Correct answer
Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEC) Project
Explanation
Dr. Jitendra Singh inspected the upcoming 'Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion' (OTEC) Project in Lakshadweep, which is described as the first of its kind in the world, alongside a Low Temperature Thermal Desalination (LTTD) plant.
Q9NIFT Chennai recently organized a Craft Bazaar exhibition. What was its name?Options
AKala GramamBShilp MelaCPOKKISHAMDHast Kala
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Correct answer
POKKISHAM
Explanation
NIFT Chennai organized the 'POKKISHAM – Craft Bazaar exhibition'.
Q10What is the revised GST rate on all other drugs and medicines, reduced from 12 percent?Options
A5 percentB8 percentC10 percentDZero percent
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Correct answer
5 percent
Explanation
The GST on all other drugs and medicines has been reduced from 12 percent to 5 percent.
Q11Which invasive species did Vaiko urge the Tamil Nadu government to take action to eradicate?Options
ALantana camaraBParthenium hysterophorusCProsopis julifloraDEichhornia crassipes
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Correct answer
Prosopis juliflora
Explanation
Vaiko urged the Tamil Nadu government to take action to eradicate Prosopis juliflora (Seemai Karuvelam).
Q12The Directorate General of Training (DGT) and Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) recently signed a Flexi-MoU with which company to train youth in advanced automotive manufacturing?Options
ATata Motors Ltd.BMahindra & Mahindra Ltd.CMaruti Suzuki India Ltd.DBajaj Auto Ltd.
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Correct answer
Bajaj Auto Ltd.
Explanation
DGT and MSDE signed a Flexi-MoU with Bajaj Auto Ltd. to train youth in advanced automotive manufacturing.
Q13The Tamil Nadu government announced a scheme offering free eye check-ups for women until which date?Options
AFebruary 28BMarch 15CMarch 31DApril 30
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Correct answer
March 31
Explanation
The free eye check-up scheme for women in Tamil Nadu is available until March 31.
Q14Prime Minister Modi recently urged farmers and agri-investors to focus on which areas for accelerated sectoral growth?Options
ATraditional staple crops and dairyBHigh-value crops and fisheriesCOrganic farming and bee-keepingDCash crops and poultry
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Correct answer
High-value crops and fisheries
Explanation
PM Modi urged farmers and agri-investors to focus on high-value crops and fisheries for accelerated sectoral growth.
Q15What is a key security feature of the new Tamil Nadu police website regarding First Information Reports (FIRs)?Options
AOnly registered victims can view FIRs.BAll FIRs are publicly accessible for download.CNo third party can download FIRs from the website.DFIRs can only be accessed through a court order.
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Correct answer
No third party can download FIRs from the website.
Explanation
A key security feature of the new T.N. police website is that no third party can download FIRs from it.