Daily Current Affairs - 2026-05-03
Q1Which independent body is responsible for shortlisting candidates for the Director General of Police (DGP) post in Tamil Nadu?Options
AUnion Public Service Commission (UPSC)BTamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC)CState Cabinet of Tamil NaduDMadras High Court
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Correct answer
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Explanation
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is responsible for shortlisting candidates for the Director General of Police (DGP) post in states like Tamil Nadu, as per the article.
Q2Which political parties/organisations in Tamil Nadu recently announced demonstrations against the hike in LPG prices?Options
ADravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and Indian National CongressBAll India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)CLeft parties and Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK)DPattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) and Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (MDMK)
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Left parties and Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK)
Explanation
The Left parties and Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) announced plans to hold demonstrations against the hike in LPG prices in Tamil Nadu.
Q3As per recent parliamentary discussions, what is the primary objective of the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) in rural households of Tamil Nadu?Options
AProviding tap water connections to every householdBEnsuring 24/7 electricity supplyCPromoting digital literacy and internet connectivityDConstructing affordable housing for all rural families
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Providing tap water connections to every household
Explanation
The Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) aims to provide safe and adequate drinking water through individual household tap connections to all rural households in India, including Tamil Nadu.
Q4Mission Drishti, recently launched and praised by ISRO and government officials, is associated with which Indian private sector company?Options
ABellatrix AerospaceBAgnikul CosmosCSkyroot AerospaceDGalaxEye
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GalaxEye
Explanation
Mission Drishti is a project by GalaxEye, an Indian private space sector company, which received congratulations from the Prime Minister and Home Minister for its successful launch.
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Q5What is the primary purpose of the 'Fire Safety Week' observed annually by the Union Ministry of Health & Family Welfare?Options
ATo commemorate fire service personnelBTo raise awareness about fire prevention and safety measuresCTo conduct nationwide fire drillsDTo distribute fire safety equipment
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To raise awareness about fire prevention and safety measures
Explanation
The 'Fire Safety Week' is observed to raise awareness among the public about the importance of fire prevention and safety measures to reduce accidents and casualties.
Q6The 'STUTI Program', for which a compendium was recently launched on the 56th Foundation Day of DST, is associated with which Union Department/Ministry?Options
AMinistry of EducationBDepartment of Science and Technology (DST)CMinistry of Health and Family WelfareDMinistry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship
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Department of Science and Technology (DST)
Explanation
The 'STUTI Program' (Scheme for Translational and Advanced Research in Sciences) is an initiative of the Department of Science and Technology (DST).
Q7Under which mode is the Indian government promoting the establishment of Sainik Schools to expand access to quality education?Options
APublic-Private Partnership (PPP)BFully Government-fundedCCorporate Social Responsibility (CSR)DForeign Direct Investment (FDI)
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Public-Private Partnership (PPP)
Explanation
The Indian government is promoting the establishment of Sainik Schools on a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) mode.
Q8Mirabai Chanu, recently congratulated by the Prime Minister for winning a gold medal, is a prominent Indian athlete in which sport?Options
AWrestlingBBoxingCWeightliftingDBadminton
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Weightlifting
Explanation
Mirabai Chanu is a renowned Indian weightlifter who has won multiple international medals, including gold at the World Weightlifting Championship.