Tnpsc Current Affairs in English – 5th May 2023
1. Which is the most innovative state as per the ‘National Manufacturing Innovation Survey (NMIS) 2021-22’?
[A] West Bengal
[B] Karnataka
[C] Maharashtra
[D] Telangana
Answer: [B] Karnataka
The ‘National Manufacturing Innovation Survey (NMIS) 2021-22: Summary for Policymakers’ was released recently. The survey was undertaken by the Department of Science and Technology, in collaboration with the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO). As per the survey, Karnataka is the most innovative state in manufacturing followed by Telangana.
2. Voters Helpline App was introduced by the Election Commission for the seamless enrolment of the voters in which state?
[A] Assam
[B] Karnataka
[C] Kerala
[D] Goa
Answer: [B] Karnataka
The ‘Voters Helpline App’ has been recently introduced by the Election Commission for the seamless enrolment of the voters in Karnataka. It will help voters to enrol in the electoral rolls and assist them to locate their election booths during the election day.
3. When is the ‘World Veterinary Day 2023 observed?
[A] April 27
[B] April 29
[C] April 30
[D] May 1
Answer: [B] April 29
The World Veterinary Day 2023 is observed on April 29 to recognize the important role of the veterinarians. It is observed on the final Saturday of April every year. The day commemorates the duties that the veterinarians perform for the society, and the responsibilities they are entrusted with.
4. What is the name of Indian Navy’s 3rd indigenous stealth destroyer of the Project 15B class?
[A] INS Dhruv
[B] INS Imphal
[C] INS Kattabomman
[D] INS Vikram
Answer: [B] INS Imphal
INS Imphal is the Indian Navy’s 3rd indigenous stealth destroyer of the Project 15B class. The vessel recently took the maiden sea sortie. INS Imphal is the third ship of the Visakhapatnam- class stealth guided missile destroyer of the Indian Navy. It is being constructed at Mazagon Dock Limited (MDL).
5. Majority of Gum Arabic is sourced from Sahel region, which runs through which country?
[A] Israel
[B] Sudan
[C] South Africa
[D] Ukraine
Answer: [B] Sudan
Gum Arabic is a key ingredient for fizzy drinks, candy and cosmetics. About 70 percent of the global supply of gum Arabic is sourced from the acacia trees in Sahel region, which runs through Sudan. The conflict in Sudan has disrupted the supply of the crucial ingredient in soft drinks, chocolate bars, red wine and many other products.
6. Which country organises the annual ‘Free Land Camp’ for indigenous people?
[A] Brazil
[B] South Africa
[C] USA
[D] Australia
Answer: [A] Brazil
The 19th edition of the Free Land Camp is an annual weeklong encampment of indigenous people in Brasilia. During this event, Brazil President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva granted official recognition of around 800 sq miles of indigenous lands to safeguard the Amazon rainforest from unchecked exploitation.
7. ‘Muthamizh Arignar Dr. Kalaignar Pen Monument’ is to be built in the memory of which leader?
[A] C.N Anna Durai
[B] Periyar E.V.Ramasamy
[C] M Karunanidhi
[D] M G Ramachandran
Answer: [C] M Karunanidhi
During the meeting of the 12-member Expert Appraisal Committee (EAC) of the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, proposal to construct Muthamizh Arignar Dr. Kalaignar pen monument in the Bay of Bengal was cleared. The monument is expected to be 30 meter high and spread over nearly 8,551 square metres. The offshore memorial is planned to be built on the memory of the late DMK patriarch M Karunanidhi.
8. Which country has recently banned ‘Dwarf Bull-fighting’?
[A] Spain
[B] USA
[C] China
[D] South Africa
Answer: [A] Spain
Spain has recently banned dwarf bullfighting. It is an event that featuring dwarves dressed in costumes participating in bullfighting. Spain’s parliament outlawed ‘comic’ bullfighting events, including those involving people with dwarfism. This decision has been applauded by disability rights organisations.
9. ‘Transportation Security Administration (TSA)’ is associated with which country?
[A] India
[B] USA
[C] Japan
[D] Indonesia
Answer: [B] USA
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is an agency in the US Homeland Security Department that is responsible for the security of transportation systems within and connecting to the US. The Indian Government is mulling the creation of a unified airport security similar to the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).
10. ‘Sultan Al-Neyadi’, who became the first Arab t undertake a spacewalk, is from which country?
[A] Israel
[B] Qatar
[C] UAE
[D] Saudi Arabia
Answer: [C] UAE
Sultan Al-Neyadi, a UAE astronaut, recently became the first Arab to undertake a spacewalk by venturing out of the ISS. The spacewalk lasted for around seven hours in the vacuum of space. The 41-year-old was one of the first two astronauts from the United Arab Emirates, along with Hazza Al Mansouri.
11. Which state secretariat that was inaugurated recently holds the name of Dr B R Ambedkar?
[A] Tamil Nadu
[B] Telangana
[C] Kerala
[D] Maharashtra
Answer: [B] Telangana
The Telangana State Secretariat, the brain child of Chief Minister has been inaugurated on April 30. It was constructed at a cost of around Rs.600 crore. Named after B.R. Ambedkar, the secretariat is spread over 28 acres and, rising 265 feet high, is taller than the Qutab Minar in Delhi, Taj Mahal in Agra and the iconic Charminar in Hyderabad.
12. The ‘National Conference of National Police Mission (NPM)’ is organised in which state/UT?
[A] New Delhi
[B] Maharashtra
[C] Punjab
[D] Goa
Answer: [A] New Delhi
The 4th National Conference of National Police Mission (NPM) was organized recently. Issues. like the establishment of the National Financial Investigation Bureau, Mobile CCTNS (Crime and Criminal Tracking Network and System), use of drones and establishment of Uniform Service Recruitment Boards were among eight key topics discussed in the 4th National Conference of National Police Mission (NPM).
13. What is the objective of the ‘Jagananna Chebudam scheme’?
[A] Grievance Redressal
[B] Scholarship to Students
[C] Financial Aid to Women
[D] Financial Aid to Trans-gender people
Answer: [A] Grievance Redressal
Jagananna Chebudam scheme is an upgraded version of the public grievance redressal Spandana program. It will be launched on May 9 by the Andhra Pradesh Government. The event is an upgraded version of Spandana program. New redressal helpline 1092 has additional features like inputs on government schemes or sharing a message directly to the Chief Minister.
14. Which state/UT launched the ‘Ladli Bahna Yojana’?
[A] Gujarat
[B] Madhya Pradesh
[C] Maharashtra
[D] Goa
Answer: [B] Madhya Pradesh
Ladli Bahna Yojana is an initiative of the Madhya Pradesh Government aimed at providing financial aid to women in the state. Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh recently took part in various programmes under this initiative in Bhopal.
15. Which policy think tank released the ‘State of India’s Pollution Control Boards’ report?
[A] NITI Aayog
[B] Centre of Policy Research
[C] Centre of Science and Environment
[D] Observer Research Foundation
Answer: [B] Centre for Policy Research
A research paper, titled “The State of India’s Pollution Control Boards: Are they in the green?”, was released recently. It has raised questions whether state pollution control boards and pollution control committees have effectively fulfilled their mandate to control pollution.
16. Pygmy Hog, the smallest species of pig in the world, is endemic to which country?
[A] Sri Lanka
[B] India
[C] Afghanistan
[D] Myanmar
Answer: [B] India
Pygmy hog, endemic to India, is the smallest species of pig in the world. African swine fever is threatening pygmy hog and other Asian wild pig species. Over the past 16 months, camera traps have recorded zero hits of the animals.
17. Who is the first Indian to complete the Golden Globe Race?
[A] Avani Chaturvedi
[B] Abhilash Tomy
[C] Bhawana Kanth
[D] Mohana Singh Jitarwal
Answer: [B] Abhilash Tomy
Retired Commander Abhilash Tomy created history as the first Indian to complete the Golden Globe Race. The Golden Globe Race is the longest sporting event in the world and bars the use of modern technology. Tomy is the first Asian skipper to finish on the podium in any round the world race, and in any format.
18. Abdulla Aboobacker, who was seen in the news recently, plays which sports?
[A] Triple Jump
[B] Javelin Throw
[C] Swimming
[D] Chess
Answer: [A] Triple Jump
Commonwealth Games silver medallist triple jumper Abdulla Aboobacker won gold in the Mikio Oda Memorial Athletics meet in Hiroshima, Japan. It was the season’s best effort of 16.31m on Saturday. The 27-year-old from Kerala has a personal best of 17.19m.
19. Which scientific term is used to describe traditional animal healthcare?
[A] Ethno-veterinary medicine
[B] Ayur-pashu medicine
[C] Ethno-Pashu medicine
[D] Ancient veterinary medicine
Answer: [A] Ethno-veterinary medicine
Ethnoveterinary medicine is the scientific term used to describe traditional animal healthcare. It provides low-cost alternative to allopathic drugs and help address antimicrobial resistance in India. Ethnoveterinary medicines have a cure rate of more than 80 per cent, as per an analysis by Centre for Science and Environment.
20. In which state/UT, the Millets Experience Centre (MEC) was inaugurated?
[A] Assam
[B] New Delhi
[C] Karnataka
[D] Kerala
Answer: [B] New Delhi
Millets Experience Centre (MEC) is a first-of-its kind facility inaugurated at Dilli Haat, INA, New Delhi. NAFED in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare (MoA&FW) established the Millets Experience Centre with an aim to raise awareness on Millets and encourage its adoption among general public.