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1.  
With reference to ‘Chief Minister's Breakfast Scheme’; consider the following statements.
(1) This scheme has been started by Tamil Nadu
(2) It will be implemented in all primary schools in the State
(3) This scheme is a pioneer scheme in India and model for others to emulate
Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Correct Answer: C [(1) and (3) only]

Notes:

The CM's Breakfast Scheme, launched by Tamil Nadu in 2022, is a pioneering model in India. [Group 2A Mains 2025]

2.  
Which of the following features of the Tamil Nadu Agriculture Budget schemes 2022-23 is/are true?
(1) The Chief Minister's dry land development mission targets irrigation dependent crops
(2) The integrated farming system promotes crop cultivation with livestock rearing
(3) Traditional paddy varieties are preserved under Nel Jayaraman Mission

Correct Answer: C [(2) and (3) only]

Notes:

Integrated farming links crops with livestock; the Nel Jayaraman Mission conserves traditional paddy varieties. [Group 2A Mains 2025]

3.  
What is/are the primary role/s of the Chief Minister Dashboard in Tamil Nadu?
(i) To provide tourism statistics
(ii) To monitor government department performance
(iii) To manage health care services

Correct Answer: B [(ii) only]

Notes:

The CM Dashboard monitors the performance of government departments. [Group 2A Mains 2025]

4.  
Which of the following statements are true about Athikadavu – Avinashi project?
(i) Coimbatore, Tiruppur and Erode Districts are the beneficiaries of this project.
(ii) This project proposes to take 1.5 TMC of surplus water from the Kalingarayan anicut in Erode District.
(iii) This project was implemented at a cost of Rs. 2,456.41 crore and irrigates 28,464 acres of farmlands in these districts.

Correct Answer: C [(i) and (ii) only]

Notes:

Athikadavu–Avinashi serves Coimbatore, Tiruppur, Erode using 1.5 TMC surplus water near Kalingarayan anicut. [Group 2A Mains 2025]

5.  
The “Neengal Nalama” scheme inaugurated by the Government of Tamil Nadu is

Correct Answer: D [All of these]

Notes:

Neengal Nalama (2024) is an e-governance feedback scheme ensuring benefits reach intended beneficiaries. [Group 2A Mains 2025]

6.  
Which of the following is incorrectly paired?
(1) Namakku Naame Thittam – Bus shelters
(2) Thozhi – Monthly allowance of Rs. 1,000
(3) Namma Ooru Superu – Anganwadis
(4) Pudhumai Penn Scheme – Hostel scheme for women

Correct Answer: B [(2) and (4)]

Notes:

Thozhi is working women's hostels; Pudhumai Penn gives girl students Rs 1,000 a month. [Group 2A Mains Re-Exam 2026]

7.  
Identify the correct statements about Dr. Dharmambal Ammaiyar Ninaivu Widow Remarriage Assistance Scheme.
(i) There is an income ceiling and educational qualification prescribed to avail benefit under the scheme.
(ii) The degree/diploma holders are given Rs. 50,000, out of which Rs. 30,000 is given through ECS and Rs. 20,000 as National Savings Certificate.
(iii) The degree/diploma holders are also given an 8-gram 22-carat gold coin.

Correct Answer: D [(ii) and (iii) only]

Notes:

Dharmambal widow remarriage scheme: graduates get Rs 50,000 plus 8 g gold; no income ceiling. [Group 2A Mains Re-Exam 2026]

8.  
Consider the following statements and choose the correct answer:
(i) Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalayas are located in Chennai and Thoothukudi Districts.
(ii) EMIS is the grievance redressal mechanism for Tamil Nadu Government employees.
(iii) The Chief Minister’s “Nutritive Vegetable Garden Scheme” is aimed at “housewives”.
(iv) The Nutritive Vegetable Garden Scheme is for people living in urban areas.

Correct Answer: C [(iii) and (iv) only correct]

Notes:

The Nutritive Vegetable Garden scheme targets urban housewives; EMIS is an education information system. [Group 2A Mains Re-Exam 2026]

9.  
Which among the following statements are true about Vetri Nichayam scheme?
(i) This scheme has been introduced to upskill the unemployed youth.
(ii) This scheme targets all the students aged 18-35 years.
(iii) This scheme includes school dropouts also as beneficiaries.

Correct Answer: D [(i), (ii) and (iii) all]

Notes:

Vetri Nichayam upskills unemployed youth aged 18–35, including school dropouts. [Group 2A Mains Re-Exam 2026]

10.  
How many Coastal Districts of Tamil Nadu are involved in the TN-SHORE (Neithal Meetchi Iyakkam) Project?

Correct Answer: A [14]

Notes:

TN-SHORE (Neithal Meetchi Iyakkam) covers Tamil Nadu's 14 coastal districts. [Group 2A Mains Re-Exam 2026]

11.  
Which of the following schemes are correctly matched?
(i) Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thogai Thittam – 2023
(ii) Chief Minister’s Thayumanavar Scheme – 2025
(iii) Chief Minister’s Breakfast Scheme – 2021

Correct Answer: D [(i) and (ii) only]

Notes:

Magalir Urimai Thogai 2023; Thayumanavar 2025; Breakfast Scheme 2022, not 2021. [Group 2A Mains Re-Exam 2026]

12.  
The aim of Cradle Baby Scheme by Tamil Nadu Government is

Correct Answer: B [To eradicate the evil of female infanticide]

Notes:

The Cradle Baby Scheme (1992, Salem) aims to eradicate female infanticide. [Group 2A Mains Re-Exam 2026]

13.  
“Makkaludan Mudhalvar” (Chief Minister with the people) is a scheme of the Government of Tamil Nadu to ensure _____

Correct Answer: D [Disposal of people's grievances]

Notes:

Makkaludan Mudhalvar (2023) ensures quick disposal of public grievances. [Group 2A Mains Re-Exam 2026]

14.  
Consider the following statements:
Assertion [A] : The Ayothidoss Pandithar Habitation Development Scheme was introduced in Tamil Nadu.
Reason [R] : It provides and improves basic facilities such as shelters for the urban homeless.

Correct Answer: A [[A] is true but [R] is false]

Notes:

The Ayothidoss Pandithar scheme improves basic amenities in Adi Dravidar habitations, not urban shelters. [Group 2A Mains Re-Exam 2026]

15.  
Which are the objectives of the Kalaignar Kaivinai Thittam?
(i) To provide financial assistance to all artisans in the state.
(ii) To provide skill development and entrepreneurship development training for starting new industrial units and expanding existing units.
(iii) To provide 50% subsidy up to a maximum of Rs. 50,000.

Correct Answer: C [(i) and (ii) only]

Notes:

Kalaignar Kaivinai offers artisans finance and training; subsidy is 25%, up to Rs 50,000. [Group 2A Mains Re-Exam 2026]

16.  
Find out the correct statements about “Illam Thedi Kalvi”.
(i) Tamil Nadu Government extended Illam Thedi Kalvi scheme in 2022
(ii) Education at doorsteps
(iii) Illam Thedi Kalvi Scheme was for one year only.

Correct Answer: B [(i) and (ii)]

Notes:

Illam Thedi Kalvi (2021) brings education to doorsteps and was extended in 2022. [Group 2A Mains (Revoked) 2026]

17.  
Consider the following statements and choose the correct answer:
(i) The “Makkaludan Mudhalvar” scheme was launched in Coimbatore District.
(ii) It is one of the schemes of the Dravidian Model of Administration.
(iii) The scheme is associated with women empowerment.
(iv) It is a scheme for quick action on the grievance petitions of the general public.

Correct Answer: D [(i), (ii) and (iv) only correct]

Notes:

Makkaludan Mudhalvar, launched in Coimbatore, provides quick action on public petitions. [Group 2A Mains (Revoked) 2026]

18.  
Assertion [A] : The State Government has launched a dedicated safe housing scheme called “Aran Illam” to support transgender persons.
Reason [R] : Transgender persons in Tamil Nadu face safety, mental health and employment challenges which the scheme aims to address.

Correct Answer: A [Both [A] and [R] are true and [R] is the correct explanation of [A]]

Notes:

Aran Illam gives transgender persons safe shelter, counselling and vocational training. [Group 2A Mains (Revoked) 2026]

19.  
Match the following:
(a) Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thogai Thittam – 1. 5 September 2022
(b) Magalir Vidiyal Payanam Thittam – 2. 15 September 2022
(c) Chief Minister’s Breakfast Scheme – 3. May 2021
(d) Pudhumai Penn Thittam – 4. 15 September 2023

Correct Answer: C [4 3 2 1]

Notes:

Magalir Urimai 15 Sep 2023; Vidiyal Payanam May 2021; Breakfast 15 Sep 2022; Pudhumai Penn 5 Sep 2022. [Group 2A Mains (Revoked) 2026]

20.  
Assertion [A] : Thayumanavar scheme is a doorstep delivery of ration supplies to differently abled persons and senior citizens.
Reason [R] : The delivery will be on the second and fourth Saturday of every month.

Correct Answer: C [[A] is correct; [R] is wrong statement]

Notes:

Thayumanavar (2025) delivers ration at home to elderly and disabled on second Saturday and Sunday. [Group 2A Mains (Revoked) 2026]

21.  
Identify the scheme which aims to ensure that the benefits of schemes reach the people for whom they have been designed.

Correct Answer: C [Neengal Nalama]

Notes:

Neengal Nalama ensures scheme benefits reach the people they were designed for. [Group 2A Mains (Revoked) 2026]

22.  
Skill development training programme like ‘Vetri Nichayam’ provides

Correct Answer: B [To upskill the unemployed youth to get placement opportunities]

Notes:

Vetri Nichayam upskills unemployed youth for placement opportunities. [Group 2A Mains (Revoked) 2026]

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