DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS CLASS TEST – 17 & 18

1. The abbreviation TNSHORE, recently launched by the Tamil Nadu Government, stands for

2. India’s first Fiberglass Sea Bridge has been constructed at which place?

3. The Thozhi Hostels scheme, which provides safe and affordable accommodation for working women in Tamil Nadu, was launched by which department?

4. Assertion (A) : Tamil Nadu Tourism Development Corporation’s revenue rose from ₹49.11 crore in 2020-21 to ₹243.31 crore in 2023-24.
Reason (R) : The Tamil Nadu Tourism Policy 2023 aims to attract ₹20,000 crore investments into the sector over the next five years.

5. Choose the correct statement about Keeladi Museum
1. The Keeladi Museum has been established to showcase findings from the Keeladi excavations, a Sangam-era urban settlement.
2. Artefacts in the museum, such as pottery, beads, tools, and inscriptions, highlight the urban culture of ancient Tamil civilization (6th century BCE – 1st century CE).

6. Statement 1 : The monuments of Mahabalipuram were built during the 10th–11th century Chola dynasty and served as a landmark for sailors.
Statement 2 : Earlier underwater studies near the Shore Temple revealed submerged remains, including three walls and carved architectural members of ancient temples.

7. In 2025, which Cauvery delta district recorded the highest Kuruvai paddy coverage?

8. Where did the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister launch the instant crop loan scheme under Primary Agricultural Cooperative Societies (PACS) on 17 August 2025?

9. Which Indian state accounted for the largest share of India’s textile exports, contributing 28% in 2024-2025?

10. Choose the incorrect statement about Tamil Nadu Semiconductor Mission 2030 (TNSM 2030)
1. Tamil Nadu sanctioned the Semiconductor Design Promotion Scheme under TNSM 2030.
2. The scheme aims to strengthen the fabless design ecosystem with subsidies and prototyping grants.

11. Which article of the Constitution of India states that the law declared by the Supreme Court shall be binding on all courts within the territory of India?

12. Choose the correct statement about Primary Amoebic Meningoencephalitis (PAM)
1. PAM is caused by Naegleria fowleri, a free-living amoeba that infects humans through the nose and destroys brain tissue, leading to a high fatality rate.
2. PAM can spread from person to person and is commonly transmitted through direct contact with infected individuals.

13. Who is considered the father of Indian Botany?

14. Which of the following are uses of Ammonia (NH₃) ?
1. Source of nitrogen in fertilizers
2. Raw material for chemicals like nitric acid, fibres, explosives, dyes, and pharmaceuticals
3. Fuel for engines and power generation

15. Who authored the book “Tiruvallikeni Muthal Tiruvarur Varai”?

16. Choose the correct statement about the National Deep Water Exploration Mission
1. It is a flagship energy security initiative to explore untapped oil and gas reserves beneath India’s seabed.
2. The nodal ministry for this mission is the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change.

17. In which Indian state will the Asian Open Short Track Speed Skating Trophy 2025 be held for the first time?

18. Choose the correct statement about the SWAYAM portal
1. SWAYAM is India’s own online learning platform launched by the Ministry of Education.
2. SWAYAM offers free courses for students from Class 1 to post-graduation.

19. Choose the correct statement about Jyotirao Govindrao Phule
1. Jyotirao Govindrao Phule was born on 11 April 1829 in Satara, now in Maharashtra.
2. He founded Satyashodhak Samaj in 1878 to promote social justice, oppose Brahmanical dominance, and unite oppressed communities.

20. Which Indian city is known as the “Glass City” or “City of Bangles” due to its glassmaking industry?