Daily Current Affairs - 2026-03-08
Q1On International Women's Day, what initiative was launched in Tamil Nadu to empower women in the transport sector?Options
AProviding free two-wheelers to women.BTraining women as auto drivers and issuing licenses.COffering subsidies for women to start bus services.DEstablishing exclusive women-only public transport routes.
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Correct answer
Training women as auto drivers and issuing licenses.
Explanation
On International Women's Day, 15 women were trained as auto drivers and issued driving licenses, as part of an initiative to empower women in the transport sector.
Q2Which civic body in Tamil Nadu recently announced plans to set up pedestrian-friendly crossings to improve road safety?Options
ACoimbatore CorporationBMadurai CorporationCChennai CorporationDSalem Corporation
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Correct answer
Chennai Corporation
Explanation
The Chennai Corporation plans to set up pedestrian-friendly crossings, including high-visibility zebra crossings and smart signals, to enhance road safety in the city.
Q3ISRO recently signed an agreement with which international space agency for cooperation on Earth Observation missions?Options
ANASA (USA)BRoscosmos (Russia)CESA (Europe)DJAXA (Japan)
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Correct answer
ESA (Europe)
Explanation
ISRO and the European Space Agency (ESA) signed an agreement for cooperation on Earth Observation missions, enhancing their collaboration in space activities.
Q4Chennai Metro Rail is currently awaiting approval from which authority to begin tunnelling work at Villivakkam for an upcoming metro line?Options
AChennai CorporationBPublic Works DepartmentCSouthern RailwayDNational Highways Authority of India
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Southern Railway
Explanation
Chennai Metro Rail is seeking approval from the Southern Railway to commence tunnelling operations at Villivakkam, a crucial step for the expansion of its metro network.
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Q5Tamil Nadu has formed a special panel with what objective related to dog breeds?Options
ATo promote indigenous dog breeds.BTo frame rules to ban hostile dog breeds.CTo establish new dog breeding centers.DTo provide free vaccination for all dog breeds.
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To frame rules to ban hostile dog breeds.
Explanation
Tamil Nadu has constituted a panel to frame rules regarding the ban on hostile dog breeds, aiming to enhance public safety.
Q6The 'YUVIKA 2026' program, recently opened by ISRO, aims to scout talent for space science among which group?Options
AUniversity research scholars.BClass 12 students.CClass 9 students.DYoung scientists and engineers.
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Class 9 students.
Explanation
ISRO's 'YUVIKA 2026' program is designed to impart basic knowledge on space science, technology, and applications to young students, specifically targeting Class 9 students.
Q7Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin recently inaugurated over ₹45 crore worth of civic projects and welfare initiatives in which constituency?Options
AChepauk-ThiruvallikeniBKolathurCThousand LightsDSaidapet
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Correct answer
Kolathur
Explanation
Chief Minister M.K. Stalin inaugurated various civic and welfare projects worth over ₹45 crore in his Kolathur constituency, focusing on infrastructure development and public amenities.
Q8An Ombudsman has recently been appointed for the redressal of grievances related to which major rural employment scheme?Options
APradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY)BPradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Gramin (PMAY-G)CMahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS)DNational Health Mission (NHM)
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Correct answer
Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS)
Explanation
An Ombudsman has been appointed specifically for the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS) to address public grievances and ensure transparency and accountability.
Q9The Minister recently defended the decision to hold college union polls in Tamil Nadu, emphasizing their importance for what purpose?Options
ATo select student representatives for state government.BTo enhance students' democratic values and leadership skills.CTo streamline college administration.DTo reduce the burden on faculty members.
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Correct answer
To enhance students' democratic values and leadership skills.
Explanation
The Minister highlighted that college union polls are crucial for fostering democratic values, leadership qualities, and a sense of responsibility among students.
Q10NITI Aayog recently released a report focused on which key aspect of the Indian employment ecosystem?Options
ARevitalizing the Start-up Ecosystem.BDigital Transformation in Agriculture.CEnhancing Skill Development Programs.DRevitalizing Apprenticeship Ecosystem.
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Revitalizing Apprenticeship Ecosystem.
Explanation
NITI Aayog released a report titled 'Revitalizing Apprenticeship Ecosystem: Insights, Challenges, Recommendations and Best Practices', focusing on strengthening the apprenticeship system in India.
Q11The Mullaperiyar dam, a significant inter-state dam, is located in which state but primarily serves the irrigation needs of districts in Tamil Nadu?Options
ATamil NaduBKarnatakaCKeralaDAndhra Pradesh
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Kerala
Explanation
The Mullaperiyar dam is located in Kerala, on the Periyar River, but it is operated by Tamil Nadu and provides irrigation water to several districts in Tamil Nadu.
Q12Approximately how many lawyers are eligible to vote in the Bar Council of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry elections this year?Options
A50,000B75,000COne lakh (1,00,000)DTwo lakh (2,00,000)
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Correct answer
One lakh (1,00,000)
Explanation
According to the news, one lakh lawyers are eligible to cast their votes in the Bar Council of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry elections this year.
Q13At the India-AI Impact Summit 2026, which government department showcased the AI-driven transformation of the Public Distribution System (PDS)?Options
ADepartment of Consumer AffairsBDepartment of Agriculture & Farmers WelfareCDepartment of Food & Public DistributionDMinistry of Electronics & Information Technology
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Correct answer
Department of Food & Public Distribution
Explanation
The Department of Food & Public Distribution showcased its AI-driven initiatives for the transformation of the Public Distribution System (PDS) at the India-AI Impact Summit 2026.
Q14A Madras High Court judge helped transform a British-era ‘stage’ into an open auditorium at a Government Boys School in which district of Tamil Nadu?Options
AVelloreBRanipetCKancheepuramDTiruvannamalai
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Correct answer
Ranipet
Explanation
Justice R. Mahadevan of the Madras High Court spearheaded the transformation of a dilapidated British-era stage into a modern open auditorium at the Government Boys School in Ranipet.
Q15The Indian government recently announced standards for Green Ammonia and Green Methanol primarily to achieve which objective?Options
ATo reduce the import of fossil fuels.BTo accelerate the trade of Green Hydrogen derivatives.CTo promote agricultural production.DTo improve air quality in metropolitan cities.
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Correct answer
To accelerate the trade of Green Hydrogen derivatives.
Explanation
The government announced these standards to establish a robust framework for the production and trade of Green Hydrogen derivatives, aiming to boost India's position in the global green energy market.
Q16An advanced cancer centre was recently opened by a private hospital in which major city of Tamil Nadu?Options
AMaduraiBCoimbatoreCChennaiDTiruchirappalli
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Correct answer
Chennai
Explanation
A private hospital, Gleneagles HealthCity, inaugurated a new advanced cancer centre in Chennai, enhancing the region's healthcare infrastructure for oncology.