DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS CLASS TEST – 12 & 13

1. Choose the correct statement about the Green Tamil Nadu Mission

1. It was announced in the Tamil Nadu Budget 2021–22.
2. The mission aims to increase the forest and tree cover of Tamil Nadu to about 35% of the State’s geographical area.
3. The target year for achieving this goal is 2030–31, as per the Government of Tamil

Nadu’s vision.

2. Choose the correct statement about the Green Tamil Nadu Mission

1. Under the Green Tamil Nadu Mission, the “Rehabilitation of Coastal Habitats through Bio-shields” scheme is being implemented.
2. The scheme is being implemented across coastal districts of Tamil Nadu.
3. The implementation period of the coastal bio-shield scheme is 2023–24 to 2025–26.

3. Statement 1 :    Tamil Nadu plans to contribute to creating an additional carbon sink of 2.5–3 billion tonnes by 2047.

Statement 2   :    This contribution forms part of India’s Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) under the Paris Agreement.

4.

1. Choose the correct statement about Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thittam
2. Under the scheme, each eligible beneficiary receives ₹1,000 per year through direct bank transfer.
3. Tamil Nadu is the only State in India to provide monthly cash assistance to women heads of households.

5. Choose the correct statement regarding the Cervical Cancer Vaccination Scheme in Tamil Nadu

1. It is being implemented for the first time in India at the State level.
2. The scheme aims to cover about 3.38 lakh girls across Tamil Nadu.

6. Choose the incorrect statement regarding the Cervical Cancer Vaccination Scheme in Tamil Nadu

1. The first phase of the scheme will be rolled out across all districts of Tamil Nadu.
2. Each beneficiary under the scheme will receive two doses of the vaccine.

7. Which of the following groups is targeted under the Cervical Cancer Vaccination Scheme in Tamil Nadu?

8. Choose the correct statement with reference to the ‘Statistics on Indian States’ Report

1. The report is released by the NITI Aayog.
2. It stated that Tamil Nadu recorded the highest economic growth of 16% among Indian States in 2024–25.

9. Statement 1 :    Tamil Nadu’s GSDP at current prices increased from ₹26.89 lakh crore  in 2023–24 to ₹31.18 lakh crore in 2024–25.

Statement 2   :    Tamil Nadu has retained the top growth position among Indian States for three consecutive years.

10. Which of the following correctly lists the top five Indian States by GDP in 2024–25, from highest to lowest?

11. What is Tamil Nadu’s rank in terms of GDP among Indian States for 2024–25?

12. Statement 1 :    Tamil Nadu’s per capita income rose from ₹2.42 lakh (2021–22) to ₹3.6  lakh (2024–25)

Statement 2   :    Tamil Nadu ranks fifth in per capita income among the other Indian States.

13. Choose the correct statement about Adichanallur

1. Adichanallur is one of India’s oldest Iron Age archaeological sites.
2. It is known for urn burials and early cultural evidence of South India.
3. The site is located in Thoothukudi district, Tamil Nadu.

14. Choose the correct statement about Adichanallur

1. It is situated on the banks of the Thamirabarani River, near Srivaikuntam.
2. It is close to the ancient port town of Korkai.
3. Korkai is mentioned in Sangam literature, indicating maritime links.

15. Choose the correct statement regarding Adichanallur

1. Carbon dating (2019) places the artefacts at Adichanallur between 905 BCE and 696 BCE.
2. Chronologically, the site is considered contemporary with Keezhadi.

16. Who conducted the first excavation of Adichanallur in 1876?

17. Where was India’s first fully indigenous hydrogen fuel cell-powered passenger vessel launched into commercial service?

18. Which of the following best describes BlueBird-6, recently in the news?

19. When is National Energy Conservation Day observed in India?

20. Which of the following pairs correctly matches the Dynasty with its Symbolic Tree?

1. Chola dynasty             –           Aathi tree
2. Chera dynasty             –           Aar tree
3. Pandya dynasty             –           Neem tree