Daily Current Affairs - 2026-05-23
Q1What recent directive has the Tamil Nadu Minister for Environment issued regarding plastic waste management?Options
ARelaxing norms for plastic bag usage.BStrict enforcement of the ban on plastic bags.CIntroducing new types of biodegradable plastics.DSubsidizing plastic bag manufacturers.
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Correct answer
Strict enforcement of the ban on plastic bags.
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu Minister for Environment stated that the ban on plastic bags would be strictly enforced.
Q2What is the estimated timeframe for the completion of the Solar Integrated Market works in Tamil Nadu?Options
ASix monthsBOne yearCFour monthsDTwo years
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Correct answer
Four months
Explanation
The article states that the Solar Integrated Market works are to be completed in four months.
Q3What is Tamil Nadu's stated policy regarding the language of instruction in its educational institutions?Options
AThree-language policyBSingle-language policy (Tamil only)CTwo-language policyDEnglish-only policy
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Correct answer
Two-language policy
Explanation
The article explicitly states that the 'two-language policy to continue in Tamil Nadu'.
Q4Following the tragic abduction and murder of a minor girl in Sulur (Coimbatore), what action has the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister ordered?Options
AFormation of a special committee to study child safety.BA swift and thorough investigation into the incident.CImplementation of new curfews for minors.DIncreased funding for local police departments only.
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Correct answer
A swift and thorough investigation into the incident.
Explanation
Chief Minister Vijay expressed shock and ordered a swift probe into the incident, with Minister Sampath Kumar assuring maximum punishment.
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Q5Which category of people do the central government’s schemes, as mentioned by Bandaru Dattatreya, primarily aim to empower?Options
ASenior citizensBFarmersCPersons with disabilitiesDWomen entrepreneurs
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Correct answer
Persons with disabilities
Explanation
The article explicitly states that 'Central government’s schemes aim to empower persons with disabilities'.
Q6The Convocation ceremony for which prominent professional body was recently held in Chennai, as reported by PIB?Options
AIndian Medical Association (IMA)BIndian Institute of Technology (IIT)CIndian Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)DIndian Bar Council (IBC)
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Correct answer
Indian Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)
Explanation
The article explicitly mentions the 'Indian Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) Convocation ceremony at Chennai'.
Q7How many TASMAC liquor outlets were reported to have been shut down in Tamil Nadu as of May 23, according to the Prohibition Minister?Options
A717B281C436D100
Options
Correct answer
436
Explanation
The Prohibition Minister stated that '436 of 717 Tasmac outlets shut as of May 23'.
Q8Which launch vehicle did ISRO recently successfully launch, as hailed by Prime Minister Modi?Options
APSLV-C56BGSLV Mk-IIICSSLV-D3DChandrayaan-3
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Correct answer
SSLV-D3
Explanation
PM Modi congratulated ISRO for the 'successful SSLV-D3 launch'.
Q9What is the monthly stipend offered for students enrolling in ITI courses in Tamil Nadu, as per the recent announcement?Options
A₹500B₹1,000C₹1,500D₹2,000
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Correct answer
₹1,000
Explanation
The article states that a 'monthly stipend of ₹1,000' is offered for ITI courses.
Q10India recently rejected a ruling by a Court of Arbitration concerning which international treaty, stating it was 'illegally constituted' and 'null and void'?Options
AGeneva ConventionsBParis AgreementCIndus Waters TreatyDNuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty
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Correct answer
Indus Waters Treaty
Explanation
India rejected the ruling by a Court of Arbitration on the Indus Waters Treaty, calling it 'illegally constituted' and 'null and void'.
Q11What is the primary focus of the upcoming VB-G RAM G Act, 2025, mentioned in recent news?Options
AUrban infrastructure developmentBRural governance and resource managementCIndustrial modernizationDHealthcare innovation
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Correct answer
Rural governance and resource management
Explanation
The articles discuss the 'VB–G RAM G Act, 2025' in the context of rural development and states' preparedness for its rollout.
Q12The traditional sport of Jallikattu recently caused injuries to 42 people in which district of Tamil Nadu?Options
AMaduraiBPerambalurCTiruchiDCoimbatore
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Correct answer
Perambalur
Explanation
The incident of 42 people getting injured during Jallikattu was reported in Perambalur.
Q13What key aspect did In-charge Collector Sedhu Madhavan emphasize for a heritage city in Tamil Nadu?Options
ADeveloping new industrial zones.BEnsuring cleanliness and preservation.CModernizing all old structures.DPromoting only commercial activities.
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Correct answer
Ensuring cleanliness and preservation.
Explanation
In-charge Collector Sedhu Madhavan stated that a 'Heritage city must be clean', emphasizing cleanliness and preservation.
Q14What was the primary reason for women staging a road blockade near Ammapettai in Tamil Nadu, as reported recently?Options
ADemanding better public transport.BSeeking improved healthcare facilities.CProtesting against power cuts.DDemanding drinking water supply.
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Correct answer
Demanding drinking water supply.
Explanation
The article explicitly states 'Women stage road blockade seeking drinking water near Ammapettai'.
Q15Farmers in Coimbatore have recently sought a scientific study on the impact of which infrastructure on the local climate and agriculture?Options
ASolar panelsBWind turbinesCThermal power plantsDHydroelectric dams
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Correct answer
Wind turbines
Explanation
Coimbatore farmers sought a scientific study on the 'impact of wind turbines on local climate'.