Tamil Nadu State PSC Current Affairs Quiz — Last 6 months
Daily news by your exam, state and topic — each with a short summary, key facts and MCQs.
Tamil Nadu's first Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) tolling system, rolled out by NHAI in October 2026, is at which toll plaza?
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Correct answer: D — Paranur
NHAI rolled out Tamil Nadu's first MLFF system at Paranur Toll Plaza on the Tambaram–Tindivanam section of NH-179B.
Which two technologies does the Multi-Lane Free Flow tolling at Paranur (Tamil Nadu) use to collect toll without stopping vehicles?
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Correct answer: B — ANPR and FASTag
The MLFF system uses Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) and FASTag-based electronic toll collection.
According to the Annual Survey of Industries 2024-25 (released September 2026), by how much did the Gross Value Added of the registered manufacturing sector grow?
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Correct answer: C — 9.59%
GVA grew by 9.59%; output grew 7.81%, employment 7.19% and fixed capital 10.54%.
As per ASI 2024-25, which state tops the list of the top five states in manufacturing employment?
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Correct answer: C — Tamil Nadu
The release lists Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh and Haryana as the top 5 states in employment, together over 56%.
In which city did Amit Shah inaugurate the 'Vanitham She-Mart' shops on 26 September 2026?
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Correct answer: C — Kollam
The She-Mart shops were inaugurated in Kollam, Keralam.
Under which brand name did NCCF launch the sale of its products in Kollam on 26 September 2026?
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Correct answer: A — Janah
Amit Shah launched the sale of NCCF's 'Janah' products; 'Vanitham' is the name of the She-Mart shops.
Consider the following statements made at the She-Mart launch in Kollam: 1. Women's labour-force participation has risen from 23% in 2014-15 to 40%. 2. The target is to make 10 crore women Lakhpati Didis by 2029. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is wrong: 3 crore women have become Lakhpati Didis and the target is 6 crore by 2029.
Which launch vehicle will Agnikul Cosmos develop with ₹200 crore support from TDB-DST under the RDI Fund?
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Correct answer: B — Agnibaan RLV
The ₹200 crore support is for the fully reusable Agnibaan RLV.
Through which instrument will TDB provide the ₹200 crore support to Agnikul Cosmos?
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Correct answer: D — Optionally Convertible Debentures
The financial support will be provided through Optionally Convertible Debentures (OCDs).
Consider the following statements about the TDB-Agnikul agreement of 25 September 2026: 1. The project aims to take the technology from TRL-4 and above to TRL-8. 2. Agnikul Cosmos is headquartered in Bengaluru. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is wrong: Agnikul Cosmos Private Limited is based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
Which Indian Coast Guard ship sailed from Chennai to Perth on 25 September 2026 for the QUAD-at-Sea Ship Observer Mission?
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Correct answer: B — ICGS Shaunak
ICG Ship Shaunak sailed from Chennai for Perth with six Sea Riders from the Quad countries.
Consider the following statements about the QUAD-at-Sea Ship Observer Mission of September 2026: 1. The ship sailed from Chennai for Perth, Australia. 2. Sea Riders from all four Quad countries embarked on the ship. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. Six Sea Riders embarked: two each from India and Japan and one each from Australia and the USA.
Ubifly Technologies, which received ₹285 crore RDI Fund support in September 2026, is developing which product?
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Correct answer: B — A three-seat electric advanced air mobility aircraft (e200X)
Ubifly is developing the e200X, a three-seat, zero-emission advanced air mobility aircraft.
Consider the following about TDB's support to Ubifly Technologies: 1. The support will be provided through Optionally Convertible Debentures. 2. The project aims to take the technology from TRL 3 to TRL 6. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
The support is through Optionally Convertible Debentures. The project aims to move the technology from TRL 6 to TRL 9, not TRL 3 to 6.
The UPASI Tea Research Foundation, which held its centenary conference in September 2026, is located at which place?
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Correct answer: B — Coonoor
The Vice-President inaugurated the centenary conference of the UPASI Tea Research Foundation at Coonoor, The Nilgiris.
Which institution organised the 17th Kathakali Festival held in Chennai from 18 to 20 September 2026?
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Correct answer: D — Kalakshetra Foundation
The festival was organised by the Kalakshetra Foundation under the Ministry of Culture; Kerala Kalamandalam was one of the performing institutions.
What was the theme of the 17th Kathakali Festival (September 2026)?
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Correct answer: A — Kadha Rasa Sangama – Confluence of Essence of Stories
The theme was 'Kadha Rasa Sangama – Confluence of Essence of Stories'.
How much foreign-origin gold did the DRI report seizing in six pan-India operations, announced on 10 September 2026?
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Correct answer: D — About 41 kg
DRI seized about 41 kg of foreign-origin gold valued at around ₹62 crore.
In the DRI gold seizures reported in September 2026, 89 gold bars weighing about 11.3 kg were recovered near BOP Halderpara along which border?
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Correct answer: B — Indo-Bangladesh border
DRI, with the BSF, seized the 89 bars near the Indo-Bangladesh border at BOP Halderpara.
Consider the following about the DRI gold seizures reported on 10 September 2026: 1. The seizures were made under the Customs Act, 1962. 2. In Mumbai, gold dust concealed in wax capsules was seized from a syndicate involving airport staff. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. The gold was seized under the Customs Act, 1962, and in Mumbai 3.47 kg of gold dust in wax capsules was recovered from a syndicate using transit passengers and airport staff.
Where was the first Regional Review Conference on implementation of the Forest Rights Act held on 10 September 2026?
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Correct answer: D — Bengaluru
The Ministry of Tribal Affairs held the conference in Bengaluru, Karnataka, with the five southern States.
As of 30 June 2026, about how many Individual Forest Rights titles had been distributed nationally under the FRA?
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Correct answer: C — About 25.42 lakh
About 25.42 lakh titles had been distributed over nearly 238 lakh acres, against over 54 lakh claims received.
Consider the following about the Forest Rights Act review in Bengaluru (September 2026): 1. The conference covered five southern States including Telangana and Kerala. 2. States were asked to prioritise recognition of habitat rights of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs). Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Telangana took part, and States were urged to prioritise PVTG habitat rights among other steps.
About how many kilometres will the five railway multitracking projects approved by the Cabinet on 9 September 2026 for four southern States add to the Indian Railways network?
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Correct answer: B — About 540 km
The five projects in Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka and Telangana will add about 540 km.
Which is the longest of the five railway projects approved by the CCEA on 9 September 2026 for the southern States?
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Correct answer: D — Salem–Karur–Dindigul doubling
Salem–Karur–Dindigul doubling is 159 km, ahead of Hosur–Omalur (147 km) and Ghatkesar–Kazipet (110 km).
The Whitefield–Bangarapet 3rd and 4th line, approved by the Cabinet in September 2026, lies in which state?
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Correct answer: A — Karnataka
Whitefield and Bangarapet are in Karnataka; the 47 km 3rd and 4th line is one of the five projects.
Consider the following about the five railway projects approved by the CCEA on 9 September 2026: 1. Their total estimated cost is about ₹10,021 crore and they are planned for completion by 2029-30. 2. They were planned under the PM-Gati Shakti National Master Plan. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. The projects cost about ₹10,021 crore, are due by 2029-30 and were planned on the PM-Gati Shakti National Master Plan.
In which city did Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan launch the India Valve Registry in September 2026?
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Correct answer: D — Chennai
The registry was launched at India Valves 2026 in Chennai.
The India Valve Registry launched in September 2026 collects real-world data on which procedures?
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Correct answer: A — Transcatheter valve interventions
It is a multicentre initiative for de-identified real-world data on transcatheter valve interventions across India.
The Tamil daily Dinamalar, on which a commemorative stamp was released in September 2026, was founded in 1951 by whom?
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Correct answer: B — T. V. Ramasubbaiyer
The Vice President recalled the contribution of Dinamalar's founder T. V. Ramasubbaiyer; the paper was founded in 1951.
In the CSIR-CRRI field demonstration on NH-716 in September 2026, 60% Reclaimed Asphalt Pavement was used in which pavement layer?
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Correct answer: D — Dense Bituminous Macadam
60% RAP was used in the Dense Bituminous Macadam (DBM) layer on NH-716, Chennai–Tirupati Package-I.
The 60% RAP demonstration by CSIR-CRRI in September 2026 was carried out on which highway stretch?
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Correct answer: A — NH-716, Chennai–Tirupati Package-I
The demonstration was on NH-716, Chennai–Tirupati Package-I.
Which city hosted the 7th High-Level Meeting between the Indian Coast Guard and the Vietnam Coast Guard on 25 August 2026?
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Correct answer: A — Chennai
The 7th ICG–VCG High-Level Meeting was held in Chennai on 25 August 2026.
Consider the following statements about the 7th ICG–VCG High-Level Meeting: 1. It was held under the framework of a 2015 MoU on Coast Guard Cooperation. 2. It was co-chaired by ICG Director General Paramesh Sivamani. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. The meeting was held under the 2015 MoU and co-chaired by DG Paramesh Sivamani and VCG Vice Commandant Maj Gen Luong Dinh Hung.
Under Tamil Nadu's 'Annapoorani Super Six' scheme announced on 24 August 2026, how many LPG cylinders a year will the state pay for?
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Correct answer: B — Three
The state will reimburse eligible families for three domestic LPG cylinders a year from Pongal 2027, as a first phase of the six-cylinder promise.
Tamil Nadu's expanded free bus travel scheme for women, announced in August 2026, is now called:
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Correct answer: D — Vettri Payanam
The scheme, earlier called Vidiyal Payanam, has been renamed Vettri Payanam and extended to express, LSS, deluxe and mofussil buses from 2 October 2026.
Consider the following statements about Tamil Nadu's welfare announcements of 24 August 2026: 1. The Annapoorani Super Six scheme will be launched on Pongal Day in 2027. 2. The expanded women's free bus travel will carry an income ceiling of ₹2.5 lakh. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only statement 1 is correct. The expanded bus scheme has no income ceiling and no limit on the number of trips.
Which declaration was unanimously adopted at the 14th BRICS Science, Technology and Innovation Ministerial Meeting chaired by India in August 2026?
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Correct answer: A — Chennai Declaration
The meeting closed on 22 August 2026 with the unanimous adoption of the Chennai Declaration, also called the Chennai Consensus.
In the context of BRICS science cooperation, what does 'BRICS GRAIN' stand for?
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Correct answer: C — Global Research Advanced Infrastructure Network
BRICS GRAIN is the BRICS Global Research Advanced Infrastructure Network; the Chennai Declaration records progress towards operationalising it.
Consider the following statements about the BRICS STI Ministerial Meeting of August 2026: 1. It was the 10th such BRICS science ministerial meeting. 2. BRICS STI cooperation runs through 20 thematic working groups. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: D — Neither 1 nor 2
Both are wrong. It was the 14th BRICS STI Ministerial Meeting, and cooperation runs through 14 thematic working groups.
The ICMR-supported centre CARBID, inaugurated at VIT Vellore in August 2026, focuses on research in:
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Correct answer: B — Bacteriophages and infectious diseases
CARBID is the Centre for Advanced Research in Bacteriophage and Infectious Diseases, aimed at tackling drug-resistant bacteria.
How much is the ADB loan signed in August 2026 for Chennai's water supply and sewerage?
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Correct answer: A — $230 million
India and ADB signed a $230 million loan for the Chennai Climate-Resilient Water Security and Sewerage Project.
Under the ADB-backed project, Chennai will become the first Indian city to implement:
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Correct answer: C — A comprehensive ring-main water supply solution
Chennai will be the first Indian city to implement a comprehensive ring-main solution, a closed-loop plumbing system that balances water pressure.
Consider the following statements about the Chennai Climate-Resilient Water Security and Sewerage Project: 1. It is financed by a World Bank loan. 2. It will lay over 170 km of pipes and upgrade 7 water and 38 sewer pumping stations. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 2 only
Only statement 2 is correct. The project is financed by a $230 million loan from the Asian Development Bank.
Where was the 31st meeting of the Southern Zonal Council held on 20 August 2026?
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Correct answer: C — Mahabalipuram
Union Home Minister Amit Shah chaired the 31st Southern Zonal Council meeting in Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu.
According to Amit Shah at the 31st Southern Zonal Council meeting, what is the record of zonal council meetings since 2014?
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Correct answer: D — 70 meetings; about 80% of 1,869 issues resolved
Shah said that in 70 meetings held since 2014, approximately 80% of 1,869 issues had been resolved.
Consider the following statements about the 31st Southern Zonal Council meeting: 1. Andhra Pradesh and Telangana agreed to resolve issues of division of assets and liabilities in consultation with the Ministry of Home Affairs. 2. Telangana was represented by its Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka Mallu. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. The meeting was attended by four Chief Ministers, the Telangana Deputy Chief Minister and the heads of three Union Territories.
The four railway multitracking projects approved by the Cabinet on 19 August 2026 have what total cost and will add roughly how much to the network?
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Correct answer: D — About ₹9,450 crore; about 410 km
The four projects cost about ₹9,450 crore and will add about 410 km to the Indian Railways network.
Which of the four multitracking projects approved on 19 August 2026 spans Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu?
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Correct answer: B — Gummidipundi-Gudur 3rd and 4th lines
The 90-km Gummidipundi-Gudur 3rd and 4th lines span Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu; the other three are in Odisha or West Bengal-Odisha.
Consider the following statements about the four railway projects approved on 19 August 2026: 1. They will improve connectivity to about 6,448 villages with a population of about 60 lakh. 2. The added capacity is expected to carry about 76 MTPA of additional freight. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. The projects cover eight districts and are to be completed by 2030-31.
What is the gold-ring gift scheme for newborns announced by Tamil Nadu CM C. Joseph Vijay on 15 August 2026 called?
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Correct answer: C — Thaimaman Thanga Mothiram Thittam
The Thaimaman Thanga Mothiram Thittam for newborns in State-run hospitals will be launched on 15 September at a cost of ₹755.83 crore.
To what amount did Tamil Nadu raise the wedding assistance for daughters of ex-servicemen, as announced on 15 August 2026?
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Correct answer: D — ₹50,000
The assistance for the weddings of up to two daughters of ex-servicemen will rise from ₹25,000 to ₹50,000; ₹23,000 is the new freedom fighters' pension.
Consider the following statements about Tamil Nadu CM Vijay's Independence Day announcements of 15 August 2026: 1. The gold-ring scheme for newborns will be launched on 15 August 2026 itself. 2. The pension for freedom fighters is to be raised to ₹23,000. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 2 only
Only statement 2 is correct. The gold-ring scheme will be launched on 15 September, the birth anniversary of C.N. Annadurai.
VIHAAN, the broadband chip by Aheesa Digital Innovations that achieved first-pass silicon in August 2026, is built using which indigenous microprocessor?
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Correct answer: B — VEGA
MeitY said VIHAAN is a fibre broadband networking SoC built using the indigenous VEGA microprocessor.
Under which government scheme is chip design startup Aheesa Digital Innovations supported?
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Correct answer: C — Design Linked Incentive (DLI) Scheme
Aheesa is a DLI Scheme-backed startup; MeitY said DLI-backed companies have raised over $100 million in VC funding and achieved 35 design tape-outs.
Where were the national celebrations of World Elephant Day 2026 held?
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Correct answer: D — Visakhapatnam
The national celebrations were held at Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, where the Gaj Gaurav Awards 2026 were conferred.
According to the Environment Ministry in August 2026, how many Elephant Reserves does India have?
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Correct answer: C — 33
MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh said India has 33 Elephant Reserves and 150 scientifically identified elephant corridors.
Consider the following statements made at the World Elephant Day 2026 national celebrations: 1. India has nearly 60% of the world's wild Asian elephant population. 2. The Regional Action Plan on human–elephant conflict released at the event covers north-eastern states. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only statement 1 is correct. The Regional Action Plan released covers southern India: Karnataka, Keralam, Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu.
Freedom fighter Subramania Siva, remembered on his death anniversary on 23 July 2026, was imprisoned by the British along with which leader?
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Correct answer: B — V. O. Chidambaram Pillai
Subramania Siva was imprisoned along with V. O. Chidambaram Pillai; he hailed from Vatlagundu, Tamil Nadu.
The two Electronics Manufacturing Clusters at Manallur and Pillapaikkam, reported in July 2026, are in which State?
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Correct answer: D — Tamil Nadu
Both EMCs are in Tamil Nadu, with projects worth ₹1,012 crore.
As per MeitY (July 2026), approximately what share of mobile phones sold in India is now manufactured domestically?
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Correct answer: B — 99.2%
India now manufactures around 99.2% of the mobile phones sold in the country.
In July 2026, the Agriculture Minister backed a recommendation to make what share of real pulp mandatory in mango-based drinks, to help Totapuri mango farmers?
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Correct answer: B — 22–25%
Shivraj Singh Chouhan backed making 22–25% real pulp mandatory in mango-based drinks.
In which two States did self-enumeration under Phase I of Census 2027 begin on 17 July 2026?
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Correct answer: B — Tamil Nadu and Tripura
Self-enumeration began in Tamil Nadu and Tripura; houselisting field work was underway in Kerala and Nagaland.
By 17 July 2026, in how many States/UTs had the first phase (Houselisting and Housing Census) of Census 2027 been completed?
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Correct answer: A — 29
The release states that the first phase of Census 2027 has been completed in 29 States/UTs.
Consider the following statements about Census 2027 operations in Tamil Nadu and Tripura: 1. Self-enumeration is open till 31 July 2026. 2. House-to-house field enumeration will follow from 1 to 30 August 2026. 3. Information is collected under the Census Act, 1948. Which of the statements given above are correct?
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Correct answer: C — 1, 2 and 3
All three statements are correct as per the Ministry of Home Affairs release.
At its 7th Governing Body meeting on 10 July 2026, National CAMPA extended which mangrove programme till 2029 with an overall outlay of ₹600 crore?
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Correct answer: D — MISHTI
The Governing Body approved a three-year extension of MISHTI till 2029 with an additional ₹500 crore, taking the overall outlay to ₹600 crore.
Which of the following was NOT among the species-related projects approved by the National CAMPA Governing Body on 10 July 2026?
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Correct answer: B — Great Indian Bustard
The approved projects covered river dolphins, Project Snow Leopard Phase-II, the Indian rhinoceros and the wild water buffalo, plus continued support for the Sangai; the Great Indian Bustard was not listed.
Consider the following statements about the Compensatory Afforestation Fund (CAF) Act, 2016: 1. The Act and its Rules came into force on 30 September 2018. 2. The National and State Funds are non-lapsable and interest-bearing. 3. The State Funds are kept in the Consolidated Fund of each State. Which of the statements given above are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 and 2 only
Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Statement 3 is wrong: the State Compensatory Afforestation Funds are under the Public Accounts of the States/UTs, not their Consolidated Funds.
Where was the Centre of Excellence on Human–Wildlife Conflict inaugurated on 10 July 2026?
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Correct answer: A — WII-SACON, Coimbatore
Bhupender Yadav inaugurated the CoE on Human–Wildlife Conflict at WII-SACON, Coimbatore.
The Centre of Excellence on Human–Wildlife Conflict was announced by the Prime Minister at which meeting?
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Correct answer: C — 7th Meeting of the National Board for Wildlife
The minister said the CoE was announced by PM Narendra Modi during the 7th Meeting of the National Board for Wildlife.
Which digital platform was launched along with the Human–Wildlife Conflict Centre of Excellence on 10 July 2026?
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Correct answer: B — National Human–Wildlife Conflict Portal
The minister launched the National Human–Wildlife Conflict Portal for data management, knowledge sharing and decision support.