Daily Current Affairs - 2026-04-15
Q1What action did Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin call for on April 16th, 2026, in protest against the proposed Delimitation Bill, citing it as a 'historic injustice'?Options
AState-wide hunger strikeBHoisting black flags in houses and public placesCMassive road blockadeDSubmitting a petition to the President
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Hoisting black flags in houses and public places
Explanation
Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin called for hoisting black flags in houses and public places on April 16th, 2026, as a protest against the proposed delimitation, which he termed a 'historic injustice' and a move that would punish South India for its population control efforts.
Q2Regarding alleged discrepancies in Udhayanidhi Stalin’s election affidavit, which authority did the Madras High Court direct to respond by April 20th?Options
ADirector General of PoliceBElection Commission of IndiaCDirector General of Income TaxDChief Secretary of Tamil Nadu
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Director General of Income Tax
Explanation
The Madras High Court directed the Director General of Income Tax to respond by April 20th to a plea regarding alleged discrepancies in Udhayanidhi Stalin’s election affidavit concerning his assets.
Q3AIIMS Delhi has partnered with which national organization for space medicine research?Options
ADefence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)BIndian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)CIndian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)DNational Centre for Space Studies (NCSS)
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Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
Explanation
AIIMS Delhi has partnered with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) for research in space medicine, a crucial aspect for India's human spaceflight missions like Gaganyaan.
Q4According to Sarath Kumar, what is the comparative situation of Tasmac shops and Primary Health Centres (PHCs) in Tamil Nadu?Options
AThere are more Primary Health Centres than Tasmac shops.BThe number of Tasmac shops and Primary Health Centres is almost equal.CTamil Nadu has more Tasmac shops than Primary Health Centres.DThere is no significant data comparing the two.
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Tamil Nadu has more Tasmac shops than Primary Health Centres.
Explanation
Sarath Kumar stated that Tamil Nadu has more Tasmac shops than Primary Health Centres, highlighting a concern regarding public health infrastructure versus alcohol outlets.
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Q5Which of the following is a key government initiative aimed at promoting entrepreneurship among Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs) in the MSME sector?Options
ASkill India MissionBStart-up IndiaCNational SC/ST HubDPradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana
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National SC/ST Hub
Explanation
The National SC/ST Hub (NSSH) is a key initiative by the government specifically designed to promote entrepreneurship among Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in the MSME sector, aiming to fulfill the objectives of the Public Procurement Policy.