Daily Current Affairs - 2026-04-05
Q1What is the stance of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin regarding the implementation of the three-language policy in the state?Options
AIt will be allowed only for professional courses.BIt will not be allowed as long as DMK is in power.CIt will be implemented gradually over five years.DIt will be subject to a public referendum.
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Correct answer
It will not be allowed as long as DMK is in power.
Explanation
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has firmly stated that the three-language policy will not be allowed in the state as long as the DMK is in power.
Q2Which city in Tamil Nadu is the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) urging the government to develop as a maritime and manufacturing cluster?Options
AChennaiBCoimbatoreCThoothukudiDMadurai
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Correct answer
Thoothukudi
Explanation
The CII has urged political parties to develop Thoothukudi as a maritime and manufacturing cluster, highlighting its strategic potential.
Q3Which district in Tamil Nadu is facing challenges where tourism infrastructure facilities are struggling to keep pace with the increasing tourism growth?Options
AKanyakumariBRamanathapuramCNilgirisDThanjavur
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Correct answer
Ramanathapuram
Explanation
Ramanathapuram constituency is struggling with its infrastructure facilities failing to keep pace with the rapid growth in tourism.
Q4What trend was observed in Private Equity and Venture Capital (PE-VC) investments in Tamil Nadu during Q1 2026?Options
AA sharp increaseBA sharp dropCRemained stableDSlight fluctuation with no clear trend
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Correct answer
A sharp drop
Explanation
Private Equity and Venture Capital (PE-VC) investments in Tamil Nadu recorded a sharp drop in the first quarter of 2026.
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Q5A recent report highlighted that over 26,000 children under a sponsorship scheme in Tamil Nadu have not received payments for a year. This indicates a challenge in the implementation of which type of welfare program?Options
AElderly pension schemesBDisability support programsCChild sponsorship/welfare schemesDWomen empowerment programs
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Correct answer
Child sponsorship/welfare schemes
Explanation
The report specifically mentions 'children under sponsorship scheme unpaid for a year', pointing to issues in child welfare programs.
Q6What is the full form of PMJJBY, a scheme for which the government is taking measures to increase enrolment and timely benefit disbursement?Options
APradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana Bima YojanaBPradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima YojanaCPradhan Mantri Jal Jeevan Bharat YojanaDPradhan Mantri Jan Suraksha Bima Yojana
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Correct answer
Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana
Explanation
PMJJBY stands for Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana, a life insurance scheme.
Q7Which international space agency is collaborating with ISRO on the Chandrayaan 5/LUPEX mission, for which a Preliminary Design Review was recently conducted?Options
ANASA (USA)BESA (Europe)CRoscosmos (Russia)DJAXA (Japan)
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Correct answer
JAXA (Japan)
Explanation
ISRO is collaborating with JAXA (Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency) on the Chandrayaan 5/LUPEX mission.
Q8What is 'Kaveri 2.0', which is planned to be tested in Su-30MKI fighters to fast-track India's self-reliance in defense?Options
AA new missile systemBAn advanced radar technologyCIndia's homegrown next-gen jet enginesDA stealth fighter aircraft
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Correct answer
India's homegrown next-gen jet engines
Explanation
Kaveri 2.0 refers to India's homegrown next-generation jet engines, crucial for achieving self-reliance in aerospace defense.
Q9What is the primary objective of the SVAMITVA Scheme?Options
ATo provide universal health insurance coverage.BTo promote digital literacy in rural areas.CTo provide property rights to rural household owners by issuing property cards.DTo support small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) with financial assistance.
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Correct answer
To provide property rights to rural household owners by issuing property cards.
Explanation
The SVAMITVA Scheme aims to provide an integrated property validation solution for rural India, providing 'Record of Rights' to village household owners.
Q10India is a global leader in the production of which agricultural commodity, for which a new promotion scheme was announced in the Budget 2026-27?Options
ATeaBCoconutCCottonDRice
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Correct answer
Coconut
Explanation
India leads global coconut production, and a Coconut Promotion Scheme was announced in the Union Budget 2026-27.