Daily Current Affairs - 2026-06-06
Q1The Tamil Nadu government recently issued Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for which initiative, based on successful pilot projects demonstrating a reduction in indoor temperatures?Options
AGreen Building CertificationBSolar Panel InstallationCCool Roof ImplementationDWater Harvesting Systems
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Cool Roof Implementation
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government issued SOPs for cool roofs, which have shown a drop in indoor temperatures during pilot projects, aiming to combat urban heat island effect and heat stress.
Q2On World Environment Day, which organization launched a drive to plant 1.2 crore saplings across Tamil Nadu?Options
AGreen Tamil Nadu MissionBCauvery CallingCForest Department of Tamil NaduDEnvironmental Protection Agency
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Cauvery Calling
Explanation
Cauvery Calling launched a massive drive on World Environment Day to plant 1.2 crore saplings across Tamil Nadu as part of its environmental efforts.
Q3Several former AIADMK Ministers recently joined which new political party in Tamil Nadu?Options
ADMKBBJPCTVKDCongress
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TVK
Explanation
Four former AIADMK Ministers recently defected and joined the Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) party in Tamil Nadu.
Q4Tamil Nadu recently signed an MoU with the Central government for the implementation of which major water supply scheme?Options
ASmart Cities MissionBSwachh Bharat AbhiyanCJal Jeevan Mission 2.0DAmrut Mission
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Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0
Explanation
Tamil Nadu signed an MoU with the Centre to implement Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0, aiming to provide safe and adequate drinking water through individual household tap connections by 2029.
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Q5The Tamil Nadu Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments (HR&CE) Department is seeking donor support for which welfare scheme in state temples?Options
ATemple Renovation SchemeBAnnadhanam SchemeCEducation Fund for PriestsDHeritage Preservation Fund
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Annadhanam Scheme
Explanation
The HR&CE Department is seeking donor support to sustain and expand the 'annadhanam' (free meal) scheme in temples across Tamil Nadu.
Q6Employees of which state-run corporation in Tamil Nadu recently urged the government to regularize their employment and grant pension benefits?Options
ATamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Corporation (TANGEDCO)BTamil Nadu State Transport Corporation (TNSTC)CTamil Nadu State Marketing Corporation (TASMAC)DTamil Nadu Water Supply and Drainage Board (TWAD Board)
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Tamil Nadu State Marketing Corporation (TASMAC)
Explanation
The TASMAC employees union urged the Tamil Nadu government to regularize their services and provide pension benefits, addressing long-standing demands.
Q7To promote environmental sustainability, the Tamil Nadu Environment Minister has urged traders to prevent the use of plastic water bottles and instead promote which alternative?Options
AAluminum bottlesBPaper cartonsCGlass bottlesDBiodegradable plastic bottles
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Glass bottles
Explanation
The Environment Minister encouraged traders to shift from plastic water bottles to glass bottles as a more sustainable option.
Q8Which European country recently joined India’s Venus mission, demonstrating growing international collaboration in space exploration?Options
AFranceBGermanyCSwedenDItaly
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Sweden
Explanation
Sweden recently joined India's Venus mission, marking a significant step in international space cooperation. Norway also tied up with ISRO for general space cooperation.
Q9The Union Cabinet approved a scheme to support the replacement of old trucks and buses in the Delhi-NCR area to reduce pollution. Which authority will be supported for this initiative?Options
ADelhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC)BNational Capital Region Planning Board (NCRPB)CCentral Pollution Control Board (CPCB)DMinistry of Road Transport and Highways
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National Capital Region Planning Board (NCRPB)
Explanation
The Cabinet approved the scheme to provide support to the National Capital Region Planning Board (NCRPB) for the replacement of old trucks and buses.
Q10What is the primary objective of the recently approved "Mission for Cotton Productivity" by the Union Cabinet, with an outlay of ₹5659.22 crore?Options
ATo promote cotton exports globallyBTo achieve self-sufficiency in cotton and enhance competitiveness in global textile markets by 2030-31CTo develop new hybrid varieties of cotton seedsDTo provide financial aid to cotton farmers affected by climate change
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To achieve self-sufficiency in cotton and enhance competitiveness in global textile markets by 2030-31
Explanation
The 'Mission for Cotton Productivity' aims to achieve self-sufficiency in cotton production and enhance India's competitiveness in global textile markets by the year 2030-31.
Q11Under which Act does Section 14, pertaining to prompt disposal of possession applications, refer to, as recently addressed by the Madras High Court?Options
ATransfer of Property Act, 1882BSARFAESI Act, 2002CCode of Civil Procedure, 1908DIndian Contract Act, 1872
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SARFAESI Act, 2002
Explanation
The Madras High Court issued directives for the prompt disposal of possession applications filed under Section 14 of the Securitisation and Reconstruction of Financial Assets and Enforcement of Security Interest (SARFAESI) Act, 2002.
Q12Which international university recently received approval to establish its campus in Bengaluru, India?Options
AUniversity of OxfordBUniversity of CambridgeCUniversity of LiverpoolDHarvard University
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University of Liverpool
Explanation
The University of Liverpool received a Letter of Approval (LoA) to establish its campus in Bengaluru, India, expanding global educational presence.
Q13What is the new approved equity investment threshold per subsidiary for POWERGRID, a Maharatna CPSE, as recently approved by the Union Cabinet?Options
A₹2500 croreB₹5000 croreC₹7500 croreD₹10000 crore
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₹7500 crore
Explanation
The Union Cabinet approved an enhanced delegation to POWERGRID, increasing its equity investment threshold from ₹5000 crore to ₹7500 crore per subsidiary.
Q14The Union Cabinet recently approved the Minimum Support Prices (MSP) for which agricultural commodity for the 2026-27 season?Options
AWheatBPaddyCRaw JuteDSugarcane
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Raw Jute
Explanation
The Union Cabinet approved the Minimum Support Prices for Raw Jute for the 2026-27 season to support jute farmers.
Q15Which two major Indian entities are expected to sign an MoU to strengthen satellite-based water resource assessment?Options
AISRO and Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate ChangeBDRDO and Ministry of DefenceCISRO and Ministry of Jal ShaktiDNITI Aayog and Ministry of Science & Technology
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ISRO and Ministry of Jal Shakti
Explanation
ISRO and the Ministry of Jal Shakti are likely to sign an MoU to enhance water resource assessment using satellite technology.
Q16Which Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) won the "Best Disclosures & Transparency Leader Award" at BT India’s Most Sustainable Companies Awards 2026?Options
AIndian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL)BOil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC)CBharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL)DSteel Authority of India Limited (SAIL)
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Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC)
Explanation
ONGC was recognized for its excellent disclosures and transparency practices at the BT India’s Most Sustainable Companies Awards 2026.
Q17How many Panchayats were honored for their role in driving rural transformation at the National Panchayat Awards 2025 ceremony?Options
A25B42C50D60
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42
Explanation
A total of 42 Panchayats were honored at the National Panchayat Awards 2025 ceremony for their contributions to rural transformation.
Q18Which index recently won the Gold Award at the National e-Governance Awards 2026?Options
ADigital India IndexBEase of Doing Business IndexCPanchayat Advancement IndexDPublic Services Delivery Index
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Correct answer
Panchayat Advancement Index
Explanation
The Panchayat Advancement Index received the Gold Award at the National e-Governance Awards 2026 for its contribution to e-governance at the local level.
Q19A report on Datasets is set to be released for which specific government commissions?Options
AElection Commission of IndiaBUnion Public Service CommissionCState Finance CommissionsDNational Human Rights Commission
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State Finance Commissions
Explanation
A report on Datasets for State Finance Commissions is scheduled to be released on June 8, 2026, which will aid their functioning.
Q20The Indian government is considering legislative changes to support the establishment of which type of financial entity?Options
AUniversal BanksBSmall Finance BanksCMutuality-based P&I entityDNon-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs)
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Mutuality-based P&I entity
Explanation
The government is open to legislative changes to facilitate the establishment of a mutuality-based Protection and Indemnity (P&I) entity, crucial for maritime insurance.
Q21Which teacher recruitment process is the All India Students Federation (AISF) demanding a white paper on?Options
AUGC-NET 2026BNEET 2026CDSC-2025DCTET 2026
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DSC-2025
Explanation
The AISF is demanding a white paper on the DSC-2025 teacher recruitment process to ensure transparency and address concerns.
Q22Tamil Nadu Minister V. Sampath Kumar recently conducted a surprise inspection at which type of hostels in Coimbatore?Options
AWorking Women's HostelsBPrivate University HostelsCSocial Justice HostelsDSports Authority Hostels
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Social Justice Hostels
Explanation
Minister V. Sampath Kumar conducted a surprise inspection at social justice hostels in Coimbatore to assess facilities and welfare measures.