Daily Current Affairs - 2026-04-17
Q1Why is the Tamil Nadu government, led by CM M.K. Stalin, strongly protesting the proposed delimitation exercise by the Centre?Options
AIt believes the exercise will lead to a reduction in Tamil Nadu's representation in Parliament, punishing states that have successfully controlled population growth.BIt argues that the delimitation process is unconstitutional and violates the federal structure of India.CThe State government believes the new boundaries will disproportionately favor certain political parties in Tamil Nadu.DThere is concern that the delimitation will merge several Tamil-speaking areas with non-Tamil speaking regions, affecting linguistic identity.
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It believes the exercise will lead to a reduction in Tamil Nadu's representation in Parliament, punishing states that have successfully controlled population growth.
Explanation
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin and other leaders have strongly protested the delimitation bill, alleging it is a 'calculated deception' and would reduce the state's representation in Parliament, thereby penalizing states that have effectively implemented population control measures.
Q2Which premier educational institution in Tamil Nadu recently introduced OmegaBall, described as a first-of-its-kind sport in India?Options
AAnna UniversityBIIT MadrasCNational Institute of Technology, TiruchirappalliDVellore Institute of Technology
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IIT Madras
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IIT Madras introduced OmegaBall, a unique and first-of-its-kind sport in India. This highlights the institution's innovation beyond academics.
Q3What was the recent outcome of ISRO's EOS-09 mission?Options
AThe mission successfully deployed its primary satellite into orbit.BThe mission was unsuccessful, and ISRO will begin a technical analysis to determine the cause.CThe mission was postponed indefinitely due to technical glitches.DThe mission achieved partial success, with only some payloads functioning as intended.
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The mission was unsuccessful, and ISRO will begin a technical analysis to determine the cause.
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ISRO's EOS-09 mission was unsuccessful, and the space agency has announced that it will conduct a technical analysis to understand the reasons for the failure.
Q4Despite a significant increase in the higher education budget for Tamil Nadu over the last five years, what challenge do government universities continue to face?Options
ALack of student enrollment in critical science and technology courses.BStruggling for funds, leading to difficulties in infrastructure development and research activities.CShortage of qualified faculty due to competitive offers from private institutions.DOutdated curriculum not aligned with current industry demands.
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Struggling for funds, leading to difficulties in infrastructure development and research activities.
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Although Tamil Nadu's higher education budget has increased by 60% in five years, government universities continue to struggle for adequate funds, impacting infrastructure and research.
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Q5ISRO recently partnered with which organization to map grasslands and improve land use planning?Options
AWildlife Institute of India (WII)BAshoka Trust for Research in Ecology and the Environment (ATREE)CBotanical Survey of India (BSI)DNational Centre for Sustainable Coastal Management (NCSCM)
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Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and the Environment (ATREE)
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ISRO has partnered with the Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and the Environment (ATREE) to use space technology for mapping grasslands and improving land use planning, emphasizing environmental conservation.
Q6Under the PM Vishwakarma Scheme, the MSME Ministry recently organized a transformative workshop focused on strengthening which specific sector for artisans in Varanasi?Options
APottery and ceramic productsBLeather goods and footwearCDolls and ToysDTextile weaving and embroidery
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Dolls and Toys
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The MSME Ministry organized a workshop under the PM Vishwakarma Scheme in Varanasi specifically focusing on strengthening the 'Dolls and Toys' sector for artisans, particularly concerning packaging.
Q7What significant test did ISRO recently complete as a crucial step for India’s Gaganyaan human spaceflight mission?Options
AA new engine test for the launch vehicle.BThe second Integrated Air Drop Test (IADT-02) for parachute systems.CA deep space communication relay test.DSuccessful docking of two unmanned modules in Earth orbit.
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The second Integrated Air Drop Test (IADT-02) for parachute systems.
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ISRO completed the critical IADT-02 test, which is the second Integrated Air Drop Test for the parachute systems, crucial for the Gaganyaan human spaceflight mission's crew module recovery.
Q8Where is ISRO establishing new facilities to expand its space surveillance network?Options
AA radar in the Northeast and a telescope in Ladakh.BA satellite ground station in Kerala and a control center in Uttar Pradesh.CAn optical observatory in Rajasthan and a data processing unit in Gujarat.DA tracking antenna in Karnataka and a research facility in Odisha.
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A radar in the Northeast and a telescope in Ladakh.
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ISRO is expanding its space surveillance network by establishing a space tracking radar in the Northeast region and a telescope in Ladakh.
Q9The Madras High Court recently stayed which specific rule for private schools regarding their operation?Options
AThe rule mandating a specific student-teacher ratio for all classes.BThe annual undertaking rule, while event restrictions remained in place.CThe regulation on fee hikes for various academic programs.DThe requirement for mandatory affiliation with a specific state board.
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The annual undertaking rule, while event restrictions remained in place.
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The Madras High Court stayed the annual undertaking rule for private schools, although restrictions on events at these schools remained in effect.