Daily Current Affairs - 2026-03-22
Q1What significant wildlife infrastructure has Tamil Nadu recently established, as highlighted in a recent report?Options
AFirst Wildlife Transit & Treatment CentreBFirst Marine Wildlife SanctuaryCFirst Elephant Rehabilitation CampDFirst Tiger Conservation Authority
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Correct answer
First Wildlife Transit & Treatment Centre
Explanation
The Hindu reported on Tamil Nadu's first Wildlife Transit & Treatment Centre, indicating a new establishment for wildlife care.
Q2Which central government department launched a 24x7 monitoring system ahead of Assembly polls?Options
AElection Commission of IndiaBMinistry of Home AffairsCCGST & Central ExciseDReserve Bank of India
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Correct answer
CGST & Central Excise
Explanation
The CGST & Central Excise department launched a 24x7 monitoring system ahead of Assembly polls.
Q3The Government recently modified the Mutual Credit Guarantee Scheme to support which sector, in line with Budget 2025-26?Options
AAgricultureBMSME Manufacturers and ExportersCLarge IndustriesDPublic Sector Undertakings
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Correct answer
MSME Manufacturers and Exporters
Explanation
The Mutual Credit Guarantee Scheme was modified to support MSME Manufacturers and Exporters, aligning with Budget 2025-26.
Q4What recent crisis has Tamil Nadu faced, leading to calls for calm from CM M.K. Stalin and difficulties for small businesses?Options
AWater scarcityBPower outagesCLPG shortageDRice hoarding
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LPG shortage
Explanation
Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin urged calm amid an LPG shortage crisis, which also caused struggles for small eateries in Coimbatore and food supply issues for students.
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Q5What is the primary concern raised by ISRO's 129 pieces of Indian space junk currently orbiting Earth?Options
AIncreased atmospheric pollutionBDisruption of international space stationsCCollision risks with active satellitesDDepletion of orbital slots
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Collision risks with active satellites
Explanation
The 129 pieces of Indian space junk pose collision risks and raise global concerns, according to the report.
Q6What new scheme was introduced by the Government to support Microfinance Institutions?Options
APM SVANidhiBCGTMSECCredit Guarantee Scheme for Microfinance Institutions-2.0 (CGSMFI-2.0)DMUDRA Yojana
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Correct answer
Credit Guarantee Scheme for Microfinance Institutions-2.0 (CGSMFI-2.0)
Explanation
The government introduced the Credit Guarantee Scheme for Microfinance Institutions-2.0 (CGSMFI-2.0).
Q7The 'Vidiyal Payanam' initiative, mentioned by Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin, is primarily associated with which of the following?Options
AFree bus travel for womenBSubsidized housing for farmersCSkill development for youthDHealthcare for senior citizens
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Correct answer
Free bus travel for women
Explanation
While the article mentions the 'Vidiyal Payanam' initiative would improve, it is widely known in Tamil Nadu as the scheme providing free bus travel for women.
Q8What percentage of the Budget allocation for education was recommended by experts to be increased to, as per a recent report?Options
A10%B12%C15%D18%
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15%
Explanation
Experts recommended that the budget allocation for education must be increased to 15%.
Q9Hospital mergers are expected to boost MBBS and PG seats, and specialised training, according to Rekha Gupta. In which sector is this mainly relevant?Options
APharmaceutical industryBMedical education sectorCPublic health infrastructureDMedical tourism
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Correct answer
Medical education sector
Explanation
The article explicitly states that hospital merger will boost MBBS, PG seats, and specialised training, which are components of the medical education sector.
Q10What key aspect of Ayush products is the government focusing on, as highlighted in recent reports?Options
AMarketing and promotionBInternational expansionCStandardization and quality controlDRaw material sourcing
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Standardization and quality control
Explanation
The government is focusing on the standardization and quality control of Ayush products.
Q11In which region of Madurai are environmentalists seeking conservation for the Slender Loris?Options
AAlanganallurBMelurCThiruparankundramDUsilampatti
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Correct answer
Melur
Explanation
Environmentalists are seeking conservation of Slender Loris in Madurai’s Melur region.
Q12An activist recently challenged the expenditure of ₹13.74 crore for the development of which panchayat in Tamil Nadu?Options
AKancheepuramBPoochampattiCPerambalurDTiruvannamalai
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Correct answer
Poochampatti
Explanation
An activist challenged the ₹13.74 crore spent for the development of Poochampatti panchayat.
Q13How is garbage dumped in Yercaud planned to be processed according to recent news?Options
AIncinerationBLandfillingCCompostingDBiomining
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Biomining
Explanation
Garbage dumped in Yercaud is to be processed through biomining.
Q14What was the recent water level reported in the Mullaperiyar dam?Options
A110.25 feetB113.65 feetC115.00 feetD118.50 feet
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Correct answer
113.65 feet
Explanation
The water level in Mullaperiyar dam stands at 113.65 feet.
Q15What issue has been highlighted regarding the planned development of the Ooty Race Course by environmental activists?Options
ATraffic congestionBNumerous environmental violationsCLack of public consultationDFinancial mismanagement
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Correct answer
Numerous environmental violations
Explanation
CEAN highlights numerous violations in the planned development of Ooty Race Course.
Q16Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy highlighted 'Coal Gasification' as key to which two aspects for India?Options
AAgricultural growth and rural employmentBEnergy security and industrial growthCDigital literacy and infrastructure developmentDExport promotion and trade balance
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Correct answer
Energy security and industrial growth
Explanation
Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy stated that Coal Gasification is key to India’s Energy Security and Industrial Growth.
Q17India's boom in MedTech and Pharma sectors is seen as a sign of a shift towards what, according to Jitendra Singh?Options
AExport-oriented economyBPublic-private partnership modelCSelf-reliant healthcare growthDForeign direct investment
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Self-reliant healthcare growth
Explanation
Jitendra Singh stated that India's MedTech, Pharma boom is a sign of a shift to self-reliant healthcare growth.
Q18The 'Bharat Innovates' initiative reflects India’s rise as what, according to Shri Dharmendra Pradhan?Options
AManufacturing powerhouseBGlobal Innovation HubCAgricultural leaderDTourism destination
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Global Innovation Hub
Explanation
Shri Dharmendra Pradhan stated that Bharat Innovates reflects India’s rise as a Global Innovation Hub.
Q19When is the first phase of randomisation of EVMs scheduled in Cuddalore district for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly election 2026?Options
AMarch 22BMarch 23CApril 1DApril 5
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March 23
Explanation
The first phase of randomisation of EVMs in Cuddalore district is scheduled for March 23 for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly election 2026.
Q20Who recently criticized the DMK government over the management of TNPSC exams and fund allocation?Options
AM.K. StalinBEdappadi K. PalaniswamiCK. AnnamalaiDO. Panneerselvam
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Correct answer
Edappadi K. Palaniswami
Explanation
Edappadi K. Palaniswami criticised the DMK government over TNPSC exam management and fund allocation.
Q21What new portal was recently launched by the Centre at the Prakriti 2026 Summit?Options
ARenewable Energy IndexBBiodiversity Conservation PlatformCCarbon Market PortalDClimate Resilience Fund
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Correct answer
Carbon Market Portal
Explanation
The Centre launched a carbon market portal at the Prakriti 2026 Summit.
Q22For what purpose are artificial reefs planned to be installed in the Rameswaram sea?Options
ABoosting tourismBPreserving rare marine speciesCCreating new fishing groundsDPreventing coastal erosion
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Correct answer
Preserving rare marine species
Explanation
Artificial reefs are to be installed in Rameswaram sea to preserve rare marine species.
Q23What name has the Union Cabinet approved for renaming the state of Kerala?Options
AKeralamBMalabarCGod's Own CountryDTravancore
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Correct answer
Keralam
Explanation
The Union Cabinet approved Kerala’s renaming to 'Keralam'.
Q24What is the recent collaboration between AIIMS and ISRO focused on?Options
AJoint satellite launchesBSpace medicine researchCDeveloping new medical devicesDTelemedicine for rural areas
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Correct answer
Space medicine research
Explanation
AIIMS and ISRO have joined hands for space medicine research.
Q25What new measure is being planned to assist persons with disability at polling booths for the upcoming elections?Options
ASpecial transportationBOnline voting facilityCAppointment of volunteersDBraille ballot papers
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Correct answer
Appointment of volunteers
Explanation
There is a plan to appoint volunteers to help persons with disability at polling booths.
Q26Which group of citizens are election officials specifically reaching out to, to ascertain their preferred mode of voting?Options
AFirst-time votersBOverseas citizensCVery senior citizensDMigrant workers
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Correct answer
Very senior citizens
Explanation
Officials are reaching out to very senior citizens to ascertain their mode of voting.