Daily Current Affairs - 2026-04-25
Q1What was the approximate percentage of voter turnout recorded in Madurai district during the recent Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, as per news reports?Options
A75.21%B80.43%C68.95%D85.12%
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80.43%
Explanation
Article 3 explicitly states that Madurai district recorded an 80.43% voter turnout during the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. Article 5 also highlights an overall increase in voter participation.
Q2Why has Tamil Nadu expressed strong opposition to the proposed delimitation bill, particularly concerning its impact on parliamentary representation?Options
AIt proposes to increase the number of Lok Sabha seats for northern states based on current population.BIt seeks to allocate parliamentary seats based on the 2031 census, disadvantaging states with successful population control.CIt links the implementation of the women's reservation bill to the delimitation exercise, which is viewed as a delay tactic and detrimental to states that controlled population.DIt suggests removing certain reserved constituencies in Tamil Nadu.
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It links the implementation of the women's reservation bill to the delimitation exercise, which is viewed as a delay tactic and detrimental to states that controlled population.
Explanation
Tamil Nadu and other southern states object to the delimitation bill primarily because it would penalize states that have successfully controlled their population, by reducing their parliamentary representation. Additionally, the linking of the women's reservation bill to the delimitation exercise is seen as a delay tactic and a further disadvantage, as highlighted by political leaders in Tamil Nadu (Articles 12, 38, 42, 43, 50).
Q3Which prestigious institution in Tamil Nadu is piloting a geothermal power project that utilizes abandoned oil and gas wells?Options
AAnna UniversityBIIT MadrasCBharathiar UniversityDNational Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli
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IIT Madras
Explanation
According to Article 13, IIT Madras is piloting a geothermal power project that makes innovative use of abandoned oil and gas wells.
Q4What is the significance of the "IADT-02" test recently completed by ISRO, as mentioned in the context of the Gaganyaan mission?Options
AIt was a successful test of the crew escape system during ascent.BIt tested the deployment of parachutes for the crew module's safe landing.CIt involved the launch of a new G20 satellite.DIt was India's first private orbital rocket launch.
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It tested the deployment of parachutes for the crew module's safe landing.
Explanation
The IADT-02 (Integrated AirDrop Test-02) is a critical test for the Gaganyaan mission, specifically designed to evaluate the deployment and performance of the parachute system essential for the safe recovery and landing of the crew module (Articles 8, 10).
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Q5What is the name of India's first private orbital rocket, developed by Skyroot Aerospace, which is nearing its launch?Options
AAgnikulBSarabhaiCVikram-1DDhruva
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Vikram-1
Explanation
Articles 19, 33, and 35 consistently identify 'Vikram-1' as India's first private orbital rocket, developed by Skyroot Aerospace, which is nearing its launch.
Q6ISRO recently completed a high-resolution land use mapping of entire India. What is the primary purpose and benefit of this extensive mapping project?Options
ATo identify suitable sites for new space launch facilities.BTo strengthen rural development planning and infrastructure projects.CTo monitor international border encroachments.DTo assist in urban planning for smart cities only.
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To strengthen rural development planning and infrastructure projects.
Explanation
The high-resolution land use mapping completed by ISRO aims to provide a comprehensive 'Land Atlas' to strengthen rural development planning and various infrastructure projects across India (Articles 18, 34, 36).
Q7What is VSHORADS, which DRDO recently successfully conducted three successive flight-trials for?Options
AA new type of stealth drone.BA Very Short Range Air Defence System.CA long-range ballistic missile.DAn advanced underwater surveillance system.
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A Very Short Range Air Defence System.
Explanation
Article 53 discusses DRDO successfully conducting flight-trials for VSHORADS, which stands for Very Short Range Air Defence System. It is a man-portable air-defence system designed to neutralize low-altitude aerial threats.
Q8ANZAC Day, commemorated at the Madras War Cemetery, is a day of remembrance for the soldiers who served from which two nations?Options
AIndia and PakistanBAustralia and New ZealandCUnited States and United KingdomDFrance and Germany
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Australia and New Zealand
Explanation
ANZAC Day, as mentioned in Article 15 in the context of Madras War Cemetery, stands for Australian and New Zealand Army Corps, commemorating their soldiers.
Q9The Union Government recently dropped a proposal related to which digital governance initiative for smartphones?Options
AMandatory pre-installation of the BHIM UPI app.BRequiring smartphones to pre-install the Aadhar app.CCompulsory installation of Aarogya Setu for all new devices.DPre-loading government e-governance portals as default browser bookmarks.
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Requiring smartphones to pre-install the Aadhar app.
Explanation
Article 48 clearly states that the Union Government dropped the proposal to require smartphones to pre-install the Aadhar app.
Q10The Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) recently organized a pre-bid conference for a scheme to promote the manufacturing of which critical components?Options
ALithium-ion batteries.BElectric vehicle charging stations.CSintered Rare Earth Permanent Magnets.DSemiconductor chips.
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Sintered Rare Earth Permanent Magnets.
Explanation
Article 30 explicitly mentions the Ministry of Heavy Industries organizing a pre-bid conference for a 'Scheme to Promote Manufacturing of Sintered Rare Earth Permanent Magnet'.
Q11According to ISRO chief Narayanan, when is the G20 satellite expected to be launched?Options
A2025B2026C2027D2028
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2027
Explanation
Article 16 states that ISRO chief Narayanan expects the G20 satellite to be launched in 2027.