Daily Current Affairs - 2026-06-09
Q1Which Tamil Nadu Minister recently stated that the state government does not want a confrontation with the Governor but cannot compromise on the State's rights?Options
AM. K. StalinBUdhayanidhi StalinCK. PonmudiDT.N. Sengottaiyan
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K. Ponmudi
Explanation
Tamil Nadu Higher Education Minister K. Ponmudi recently stated that the government does not seek confrontation with the Governor but will not compromise on the state's rights.
Q2What is the name of the special force recently launched by Tamil Nadu CM Vijay, focusing on women's safety in the state?Options
AThirumagal SenaBSingappen Special ForceCVeerangai PadaiDNari Shakti Corps
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Singappen Special Force
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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay recently launched the 'Singappen Special Force' to enhance women's safety across the state, fulfilling a promise.
Q3Which epigraphist recently gained recognition for using inscriptions to unearth temples in Tamil Nadu?Options
AIravatham MahadevanBS. RajaveluCR. NagaswamyDK. V. Soundara Rajan
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S. Rajavelu
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Epigraphist S. Rajavelu is known for his work in unearthing temples in Tamil Nadu by meticulously studying inscriptions.
Q4Air Commodore Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair was recently awarded the Kirti Chakra for his distinguished service in which Indian space program?Options
AChandrayaan-3 MissionBAditya-L1 MissionCGaganyaan Human Spaceflight ProgrammeDMars Orbiter Mission
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Gaganyaan Human Spaceflight Programme
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Air Commodore Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair was awarded the Kirti Chakra, one of India's highest peacetime gallantry awards, for his significant contributions to the Gaganyaan Human Spaceflight Programme.
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Q5The Union government recently reduced the number of subsidised LPG cylinder refills under the Ujjwala scheme. What is the new number of refills provided annually?Options
ATwoBFourCSixDNine
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Four
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The Union government has reduced the number of subsidised LPG cylinder refills under the Ujjwala scheme from nine to four per year.
Q6Which organization recently expressed support for the Parandur project, emphasizing the necessity of a second airport for Chennai?Options
AFICCIBCIICCREDAIDASSOCHAM
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CREDAI
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CREDAI (Confederation of Real Estate Developers' Associations of India) has publicly supported the Parandur project, stating that a second airport for Chennai is essential for the city's growth.
Q7What is the primary focus of the 'National SC-ST Hub Scheme' implemented by the Ministry of MSME?Options
AProviding quality education for SC-ST studentsBPromoting inclusive entrepreneurship among SC-ST communitiesCImproving healthcare facilities in SC-ST dominant areasDProviding housing for SC-ST families
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Promoting inclusive entrepreneurship among SC-ST communities
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The Ministry of MSME's National SC-ST Hub Scheme aims to promote inclusive entrepreneurship among Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe communities.
Q8The Madras High Court recently directed the Election Commission of India (ECI) to issue certified copies of nomination papers related to which prominent Tamil Nadu politician?Options
AM. K. StalinBEdappadi K. PalaniswamiCUdhayanidhi StalinDK. Annamalai
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Udhayanidhi Stalin
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The Madras High Court directed the ECI to issue certified copies of Udhayanidhi Stalin’s nomination papers to a defeated candidate who had filed a plea.
Q9Which institution will showcase cutting-edge deep-tech innovations at 'Bharat Innovates 2026' in France?Options
AIIT BombayBIIT DelhiCIIT MadrasDIISc Bangalore
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IIT Madras
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IIT Madras is set to showcase its cutting-edge deep-tech innovations at the 'Bharat Innovates 2026' event in France.
Q10Which state recently signed a Reform-Linked MoU with the Union Government under the Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0?Options
AAssamBSikkimCUttarakhandDHimachal Pradesh
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Sikkim
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Sikkim has signed a Reform-Linked Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Union Government under the Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0, indicating its commitment to water management reforms.