Daily Current Affairs - 2026-05-17
Q1In which district of Tamil Nadu was a new Aadhaar Seva Kendra recently inaugurated by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI)?Options
ASalemBVillupuramCTiruvannamalaiDCoimbatore
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Villupuram
Explanation
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) recently opened a new Aadhaar Seva Kendra in Villupuram, Tamil Nadu.
Q2What historical artifacts are currently being sought to be repatriated to Tamil Nadu, and from which European country are they currently located?Options
APallava sculptures from ItalyBChola-era copper plates from the NetherlandsCPandyan manuscripts from the United KingdomDVijayanagara coins from Germany
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Chola-era copper plates from the Netherlands
Explanation
There is a growing demand to bring the Anaimangalam Chola-era copper plates, currently located in Leiden, Netherlands, back to Tamil Nadu.
Q3What was Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin's recent statement regarding the state's debt situation?Options
AThe state's debt has exceeded permissible limits, requiring immediate intervention.BThe state's debt is well within permissible limits and is manageable.CThe state government needs more funds from the Centre to manage its debt.DThe state's debt is a result of previous administrations' mismanagement.
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The state's debt is well within permissible limits and is manageable.
Explanation
In response to CM Vijay's speech, Chief Minister M.K. Stalin stated that Tamil Nadu's debt is 'well within permissible limits'.
Q4What is the recent change in Dearness Allowance (DA) for Tamil Nadu government employees, as announced by CM Vijay?Options
AA 5% DA hike, raising it to 55%BA 2% DA hike, raising it to 60%CA 3% DA hike, raising it to 62%DNo change, DA remains at 58%
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A 2% DA hike, raising it to 60%
Explanation
Tamil Nadu government employees received a 2% DA hike, raising their allowance to 60%, as announced by CM Vijay.
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Q5What is the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister's stance on the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET), citing recent events?Options
ASupports NEET but demands stricter implementation.BUrges the Centre to abolish NEET due to paper leak issues.CAdvocates for conducting NEET in regional languages only.DProposes state-level entrance exams instead of NEET.
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Urges the Centre to abolish NEET due to paper leak issues.
Explanation
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay has urged the Centre to abolish the NEET exam, citing the recent paper leak as conclusive proof.
Q6What is the objective of the central government scheme named 'Creative India; Innovative India'?Options
ATo promote traditional art forms and cultural heritage.BTo enhance intellectual property rights (IPR) awareness.CTo support small and medium enterprises in innovation.DTo boost digital literacy across rural India.
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To enhance intellectual property rights (IPR) awareness.
Explanation
The scheme 'Creative India; Innovative India' aims to promote awareness regarding Intellectual Property Rights (IPR).
Q7With which country did India recently approve an Agreement on Cooperation and Mutual Assistance in Customs Matters?Options
AFranceBGermanyCSpainDNetherlands
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Spain
Explanation
The Cabinet recently approved an Agreement between India and Spain on Cooperation and Mutual Assistance in Customs Matters.
Q8What is the primary focus of the recently issued scheme guidelines under the National Green Hydrogen Mission?Options
APromoting green energy exportsBFunding of testing facilities, infrastructure, and institutional support for green hydrogenCSubsidizing domestic production of green hydrogenDDeveloping international collaborations for green hydrogen technology
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Funding of testing facilities, infrastructure, and institutional support for green hydrogen
Explanation
The Centre issued Scheme Guidelines for funding of testing facilities, infrastructure, and institutional support under the National Green Hydrogen Mission.
Q9Which body recently imposed penalties on coaching institutes for misleading advertisements and unfair trade practices?Options
AMinistry of Education (MoE)BNational Testing Agency (NTA)CCentral Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA)DCompetition Commission of India (CCI)
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Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA)
Explanation
The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) recently imposed penalties on coaching institutes for misleading advertisements and unfair trade practices.
Q10What unique item related to an ISRO scientist from the Mars mission was recently showcased at a US museum, recognizing her contribution?Options
AHer official uniformBHer saree with Mars Orbiter Mission motifsCHer first scientific notebookDHer personal spacecraft model
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Her saree with Mars Orbiter Mission motifs
Explanation
A saree belonging to an ISRO scientist from the Mars mission, featuring Mars Orbiter Mission motifs, was showcased at a US museum, recognizing her as 'one of India's rocket women'.