Daily Current Affairs - 2026-05-20
Q1The Tamil Nadu government has recently intensified its efforts in which of the following environmental areas?Options
AWildlife conservationBAir pollution controlCClimate actionDCoastal erosion management
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Correct answer
Climate action
Explanation
Article 1 states that the Tamil Nadu government is boosting climate action.
Q2The ruling TVK government in Tamil Nadu has openly invited which two political parties to join Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay’s Cabinet?Options
ADMK and AIADMKBVCK and IUMLCBJP and CongressDPMK and MDMK
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Correct answer
VCK and IUML
Explanation
Articles 2, 10, 37, and 38 clearly state that the TVK government has invited VCK and IUML to join the cabinet.
Q3What was the pass percentage recorded by Chennai Corporation schools in the recently declared Tamil Nadu Class 10 results?Options
A85%B89%C92%D95%
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Correct answer
89%
Explanation
Article 5 mentions that Chennai Corporation schools recorded an 89% pass percentage in the Class 10 results.
Q4Regarding the two-language policy and the PM Shri scheme, what is Tamil Nadu's consistent stand, as highlighted in recent news?Options
ATamil Nadu accepts the PM Shri scheme and will switch to a three-language policy.BTamil Nadu maintains its two-language policy and is yet to take a call on the PM Shri scheme.CTamil Nadu has adopted the PM Shri scheme and implemented a three-language policy.DTamil Nadu rejects the two-language policy in favour of the PM Shri scheme.
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Correct answer
Tamil Nadu maintains its two-language policy and is yet to take a call on the PM Shri scheme.
Explanation
Articles 9 and 18 clearly state that the two-language policy will continue in Tamil Nadu, and the Vijay government is yet to take a call on the PM Shri scheme, despite the Union government stalling funds.
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Q5Who among the following has recently taken charge as the new Chennai Corporation Commissioner and has stated that flood mitigation measures will be a priority?Options
ADr. J. RadhakrishnanBGagandeep Singh BediCSameeranDP. Amudha
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Correct answer
Sameeran
Explanation
Article 11 names Sameeran as Chennai’s new Corporation Commissioner and mentions his priority for flood mitigation measures.
Q6Which major port in Tamil Nadu recently saw the inauguration of new projects, enhancing its infrastructure and operational capabilities?Options
AThoothukudi Port (V.O. Chidambaranar Port)BChennai PortCKamarajar Port (Ennore Port)DKaraikal Port
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Correct answer
Kamarajar Port (Ennore Port)
Explanation
Article 24 states that new projects were inaugurated at Kamarajar Port in Tamil Nadu. Kamarajar Port is also known as Ennore Port.
Q7India is collaborating with which European country on the ISRO’s Venus Orbiter Mission, 'Shukrayaan-1'?Options
AFranceBGermanyCUnited KingdomDSweden
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Correct answer
Sweden
Explanation
Article 13 clearly states that India and Sweden will collaborate on ISRO’s Venus Orbiter Mission.
Q8The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) recently rejected an arbitration award related to a long-standing water-sharing treaty. Which treaty is this?Options
AMahakali TreatyBTeesta Water Sharing TreatyCIndus Waters TreatyDFarakka Treaty
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Correct answer
Indus Waters Treaty
Explanation
Articles 43, 44, and 45 clearly state that the MEA rejected an 'arbitration award' on the Indus Water Treaty.
Q9According to the Chief Commissioner of Income Tax, which new Act, effective from 2025, is considered more taxpayer-friendly?Options
AGoods and Services Tax Act, 2025BDirect Tax Code, 2025CIncome Tax Act, 2025DCorporate Tax Act, 2025
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Correct answer
Income Tax Act, 2025
Explanation
Article 55 mentions that the New Income Tax Act, 2025 is more taxpayer-friendly.